Bhopal. Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav participated in the compassionate appointment letter distribution programme organised by the School Education Department on October 21. The programme was held at Ravindra Bhawan in Bhopal and was inaugurated by CM Dr. Yadav by lighting the ceremonial lamp. On this occasion, he also made a major announcement. He said that 200 new Sandeepani school buildings were approved for tribal-dominated areas of the state. A total of 200 Sandeepani school buildings will be constructed under the Tribal Affairs Department. In addition, 200 new school buildings will also be constructed under the School Education Department. He also distributed compassionate appointment letters to more than 950 eligible people at the programme.
Addressing the programme, Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav said that the untimely demise of someone while serving in a government job is a deeply painful moment. The family suffers from the loss of a member as well as an interruption in the income that person provided. It is, in a way, like a mountain of sorrow falling upon the family. During difficult circumstances, such families are like a part of the state government's own family. He said that birth and death are part of destiny, and no one can prevent them. The School Education Department has provided compassionate appointments to 954 officers and employees today, while also honouring those who have performed exceptionally well. This will serve as a source of inspiration for everyone. He said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stated, “This is the time, the right time.” We must fulfil our duties properly by maintaining a balance between systems and emotions.
Families' Welfare Is Our Priority
CM Dr. Yadav said that the loss of those who have passed away is deeply painful, but the government has prioritised compassionate appointments during the festive season. Festivals can be celebrated with joy only when a family is financially secure and prosperous. We cannot place our responsibilities on the altar of words; there must be a commitment to action and decisions. Among those appointed today are 661 Assistant Grade-3 employees, 31 primary teachers and 262 Class IV employees. He said that everyone, from the Principal Secretary of the School Education Department to Class IV employees, is working towards ensuring a better future for children. All employees receiving compassionate appointments will discharge their responsibilities diligently.
The Face of Schools Has Changed
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that government Sandeepani schools have brought a revolutionary change to the state's school education system. Until 2002–03, the school education budget in the state remained below ₹400 crore, but due to the commitment of the government, it has now reached ₹38,000 crore. He said that high-quality facilities, including school infrastructure, modern laboratories and sports activities, are being provided. The School Education Department is among the top priorities of the state government. A total of 369 school buildings have been constructed and inaugurated in the state. In addition, 200 new school buildings have been approved today. Another 200 Sandeepani school buildings will be constructed under the Tribal Affairs Department.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that candidates who receive compassionate appointments will also be able to participate in future government recruitment processes. So far, the state government has provided jobs to young people in more than 85,000 government posts. Of these, 15,000 posts were in school education, and a fresh recruitment process for 20,000 posts is about to begin. More than 1 lakh officers and employees across the state have benefited from promotions, creating vacancies in various departments. The process of filling these vacant posts is underway.
CM Dr. Yadav said that 350 compassionate appointment posts are still pending, and appointments to these posts will be made by the end of the year. He added that the Departmental Promotion Committee (DPC) process for employee promotions will continue every year. The Chief Minister also said that assistance is being provided to students completing their schooling to prepare for NEET. The state government has distributed more than 1.35 lakh laptops to meritorious students. Students who top their school board examinations have also been awarded scooters. Several students have received both laptops and scooters as rewards.
The State Government Is Striving to Deliver Excellence at All Times
School Education and Transport Minister Uday Pratap Singh said that under the leadership of Chief Minister Dr. Yadav, the government strives to perform better every day. Today, compassionate appointments have been provided to eligible family members of more than 950 employees of the School Education Department who passed away untimely. These include 655 Assistant Grade-3 employees, 26 primary teachers and 262 Class IV employees. He said that this initiative would not have been possible without the far-sighted vision of Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav.
He added that when the path to promotions opened up, vacancies were created in various departments. These compassionate appointments are, in a way, a blessing from the family members who are no longer in this world. He said that Chief Minister Dr. Yadav gives priority to regular recruitment, promotions and compassionate appointments. Teachers in the state have also received the benefits of time-bound pay progression. Along with new recruitment, the government has worked to resolve teachers' long-pending issues. The state government is working with a commitment to ensuring respect for every teacher and providing opportunities to children.
He further said that more than 1,500 pension cases have been resolved over the past three months. He added that the sensitive state government is continuously working to protect the interests of the people of Madhya Pradesh.