Need inclusive development, lndia's growth rate worrying: CM

Underlining the need for inclusive development, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Sunday warned that the fall of about 24 percent in the country's growth rate was a matter of concern.

Speaking in the 10th episode of his radio programme 'Lokvaani', he said that Chhattisgarh’s Development Model revolved around inclusive development whereby the well-being and participation of every section of society is taken into account.

He said one can achieve inclusive development only when farmers are considered the axis of the economy. The Chhattisgarh government has done that.

"I firmly believe that the solution of economic and social problems of the country and the state is possible only through inclusive development. We are awakening to inclusive development in our state and will move forward in this direction."

Pointing out how the UPA government kept the growth rate between 8 and 10 percent, he said that today India's growth rate is around 3 percent.

In the first quarter of the year 2020-21, the country's growth rate has registered a decline of about 24 percent, which is the highest decline in the world, he said.

The problem of corona has affected the entire world. Despite being most affected by Cpvid-19, the US has experienced only a 10 percent decline in its GDP whereas India's GDP has fallen by 24 percent. "This situation should be considered on a serious note."

The Chief Minister said in his address that the goal of inclusive development can be achieved only when we consider farmers as the axis of the economy.

He spoke about his government's pro-people policies including the Godhan Nyaya Yojana and construction of Gothans across the state.

"All sections of the village coming together for the rural economy, I think, is not only an economic but also social revolution," he said.

"Some people talked only about cows and the education system but did nothing."

He announced that the Eco Resort, Cafeteria and other tourism infrastructure will be developed at a rapid pace in honour of the natural beauty and the historical significance of Rajmergarh and Kabir Chabutra.

The Chief Minister spoke about the fight against Covid-19 and said that patience and courage will help the state get through this situation created by global pandemic.

The crisis is not yet over yet, hence precaution is necessary, he added.