Information pavilion showcasing State govt. achievements in two years inaugurated
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Patil said that the government has implemented the five pre-poll guarantee schemes with the objective of strengthening the lives of the beneficiaries.
'The opposition should stop making baseless allegations and recognise the reality. These schemes have brought hope and security to the people of Karnataka,' he claimed.
The pavilion, organised by the Department of Information and Public Relations, provides comprehensive information on the government's performance in agriculture, healthcare, infrastructure, housing and the welfare of marginalised communities in the last two years.
It also features testimonials from beneficiaries, financial details and highlights the positive impact of the five guarantee schemes.
'Pragatiyatta Karnataka' (Progressing Karnataka), the theme of the exhibit, is supported by messages from Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar.
Dr. Patil has appealed to the people to visit and explore the pavilion.
Responding to a question about delays in disbursing the monthly ₹2,000 under the Gruha Lakshmi scheme, Dr. Patil clarified a delay of 10-15 days did not imply that the scheme has failed.
'The government has to function with financial constraints. We have implemented the schemes effectively for two years and we will continue to do it over the remaining three,' he added.
Vice-president of the State Guarantee Schemes Implementation Authority, S.R. Mehroz Khan said that the guarantee schemes are rooted in the ideals of Basavanna, Mahatma Gandhi and B.R. Ambedkar. He commended the Department of Information and Public Relations for providing such a unique and accessible platform to educate the public.
A brochure highlighting the progress of the five guarantee schemes was distributed to the public on the occasion.
Open till June 10
The pavilion will remain open to the public until June 10. Visitors can view the exhibits between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. daily.
Several dignitaries, including District Guarantee Schemes Implementation Authority chairperson Chandrika Parameshwari, vice-president Somashekhara Hiremath, Deputy Commissioner B. Fouzia Taranum, Police Commissioner S.D. Sharanappa, Zilla Panchayat CEO Bhanwar Singh Meena, KKRTC Managing Director M. Rachappa, D.K. Rajaratna and Ravi Miraskar, and officials from the Department of Information and Public Relations were present during the event.
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