Union Textile Minister Giriraj Singh praised Rajasthan Textile Policy

Jaipur, 9 January. In the National Textile Ministers’ Conference in Guwahati, Assam, Union Textile Minister Giriraj Singh has described the Rajasthan Government’s textile policy as ideal and advised all the states to prepare a similar roadmap for the development and investment of their textile industry. In the programme, he was given a copy of Rajasthan Textile and Apparel Policy-2025, read it carefully, showed interest in it, took feedback from the concerned people and appreciated this policy.

In this two-day conference, textile ministers and senior officials from states and union territories across the country have gathered to discuss the future roadmap of the textile sector. In this, a delegation of Rajasthan Government, Minister of State for Industry and Commerce K.K. Vishnoi, along with senior additional commissioner SS Shah and other officials.

MoU between Textile Ministry and Rajasthan—

At the conference, the Union Textiles Ministry has taken a revolutionary step towards evidence-based policy making by signing Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with 15 states including Rajasthan. The MoUs signed between the Ministry of Textiles and the respective State Governments are part of the “Textile Focused Research, Evaluation, Monitoring, Planning and Start-up (TEX-RAMPS)” scheme. This scheme of the Central Government has been created to improve the coverage, quality, timeliness and reliability of textile related statistical products and research. Through these MoUs, a strong operational framework has been created to strengthen textile data systems in various States and Union Territories. Under the TEX-RAMPS scheme, this initiative promotes integrated planning for key sectors including handloom, handicrafts, apparel, technical textiles etc. by focusing efforts directly at the cluster and district level.

To support these structural reforms, the Textiles Ministry is providing a financial grant of Rs 12 lakh per year to each state. This includes an additional grant of Rs 1 lakh per year for each district, which will be distributed based on the development and implementation of specific district action plans.

Proud moment for Industries Department – ​​Commissioner

Industries and Commerce Commissioner Suresh Kumar Ola said that it is a matter of pride for Rajasthan that its policies are being appreciated at the national level and other states are being suggested to make such policies. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Bhajanlal Sharma, many new policies including Rajasthan Textile and Apparel Policy-2025 have been implemented by the state government, which will yield positive results in the future.

Successful Central Innovation ‘Sectoral Group of Secretaries’ Implemented in Rajasthan

Following the successful governance model of the Central Government, Chief Secretary Shri V. Srinivas has implemented the ‘Sectoral Group of Secretaries’ (SGoS) concept in Rajasthan. This model has proven to be an exceptionally successful tool and concept for good governance in central administration. On the directions of the Chief Secretary, the Department of Administrative Reforms and Coordination issued orders on Monday for the formation of seven Sectoral Groups of Secretaries in the state.

Objective and Vision – These groups have been constituted to formulate strategies, mid-term and long-term action plans and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to achieve the vision of ‘Viksit Rajasthan@2047’. The groups will also focus on:

• Resolving inter-departmental issues.
• Reviewing the implementation of Budget announcements and the Rajasthan Sankalp Patra-2023.
• Monitoring flagship schemes.
• Rationalizing and merging schemes with similar objectives to improve efficiency.

The Seven Sectoral Groups The departments have been categorized into seven functional groups to ensure synergy:

1. Group 1 (Rural & Agriculture): Secretaries of all departments related to Rural Development, Agriculture, and allied sectors.
2. Group 2 (Infrastructure & Commerce): Focused on Infrastructure, Industry, and Trade.
3. Group 3 (Resources): Handling natural and state resources.
4. Group 4 (Social & Welfare): Focused on social justice, health, and education.
5. Group 5 (Finance & Economy): Managing state economy and financial planning.
6. Group 6 (Governance & Technology): Focused on E-governance and administrative reforms.
7. Group 7 (Security): Departments related to state security and law and order.

Operational Framework Each group will consist of a Convener and a Co-convener, who will hold regular meetings with member secretaries. These groups are tasked with preparing a summary of the action plan along with specific KPIs. The progress and strategies developed by these groups will be presented before the Council of Ministers periodically.

The Planning Department has been designated as the administrative department for the ‘Sectoral Group of Secretaries’ to ensure seamless coordination.

Rajasthan ready to welcome eminent personalities from industry, business, health, education and various fields

Jaipur, 3 December. Under the visionary leadership of Chief Minister Shri Bhajan Lal Sharma, 33 eminent personalities from industry, trade, education, health, banking, administration and various other fields will attend the ‘Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas’ function organized by the state government on December 10 as state guests.

This special list of state guests includes Mr. Anil Agarwal, Chairman of Vedanta Group, Mr. Hari Mohan Bangur, Chairman of Shree Cement, Mrs. Deepali Goenka, CEO and Managing Director of Welspun Living, Mr. Madhav Singhania, Joint Managing Director of JK Cement, Mrs. Priya Agarwal, Chairperson of Hindustan Zinc, Mrs. Anjali Singh, Chairperson of Anand Group, Mrs. Anjali Singh, Chairman of Titagarh Rail Systems. There are many big names like Mr. Umesh Chaudhary, Vice Chairman, Managing Director and CEO, Mr. Girish Agarwal, Promoter and Director of DB Corp Limited, and Mr. Motilal Oswal, Managing Director and CEO of Motilal Oswal Financial Services.

Under ‘Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas’, the Rajasthan Government has invited these 33 distinguished people who have made outstanding contributions and notable achievements in different fields to attend the function as state guests.

Apart from this, well-known personalities from the medical and health field will also participate in this event. These include Dr. Jaiveer Singh Rathore, President of Doctors of Rajasthan International (DoRI) Foundation and Assistant Professor (Neurology), University of Central Florida School of Medicine, Dr. Vipin Goyal, Clinical Director and Head of Department (Surgical Oncology), Star Hospitals, Hyderabad, Mr. Sanjay Jhawar, Chief Financial Officer, Tata One MG, and Mr. Vipul Jain, CEO, CK Birla Healthcare, who will express their views in the session on the health sector.

Apart from these, experts from banking and tourism sector and senior government officials will also be present as state guests in ‘Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas’. These include Mr. Sanjay Aggarwal, Founder, MD and CEO of AU Small Finance Bank, Mr. Kamal Bali, President and Managing Director of Volvo Group India, Mr. Rikant Pitti, Co-Founder and CEO of EaseMyTrip, and Mr. Mahavir Singhvi, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs.

In view of the announcement made by Chief Minister Shri Bhajanlal Sharma last year, this first event of ‘Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas’ is going to be organized on 10th December. The presence of these distinguished state guests on the stage of this event is an important opportunity, under which this platform will become a medium to maintain continuous dialogue between Rajasthan and the diaspora of the state and establish active cooperation of the diaspora in the development and prosperity of Rajasthan. Besides, many expatriate Rajasthanis will also be honored for their achievements.

The country made a historical record of producing 357 million tonnes of food grains.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the countrymen in the 128th episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’ program on Sunday. Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma listened to the ‘Mann Ki Baat’ program with the general public at Sanganer Camp Office. 

In his address, the Prime Minister said that India has achieved great achievements in the agriculture sector and has created a historical record of food grain production of 357 million tonnes. He said that India’s food grain production has increased by 100 million tonnes compared to 10 years ago. 

Modi said that more than 1.5 lakh metric tonnes of honey is being produced in the country and the export of honey has also increased more than three times. He also discussed the production of honey by local people and institutions in different areas of the country. He described the huge Natural Farming Conference organized in Coimbatore as a part of India’s ancient traditions and appealed to promote it continuously.

The Prime Minister also talked about the G-20 summit. He said that in the gifts he presented to the world leaders on behalf of the countrymen, he took special care of the spirit of Vocal for Local. Shri Modi said that he presented to the Prime Minister of Canada a replica of a silver horse which shows the finest craftsmanship of Udaipur, Rajasthan. He expressed happiness that crores of people of the country have made the spirit of Vocal for Local a part of their lives. 

The Prime Minister also talked about the presentation of the Mahabharata saga through a 3D light and sound show at the Mahabharata Experience Center in Kurukshetra, Haryana. He said that people from many countries of the world including Europe and Central Asia participated enthusiastically in the International Gita Mahotsav organized at Brahma Sarovar in Kurukshetra. Shri Modi called for strengthening the spirit of ‘Ek Bharat-Shrestha Bharat’ by maximum participation in the fourth Kashi-Tamil Sangamam to be organized at Namo Ghat in Kashi.

Discussing the performance of Indian players in various sports, the Prime Minister said that winning the ICC Women’s World Cup by the Indian women’s cricket team, the Kabaddi World Cup by the women Kabaddi players and the Blind Cricket World Cup by the women’s team is a historic achievement. He also praised the performance of Indian players in the Deaflympics and World Boxing Cup finals.

Modi said that Navy Day celebrated on December 4 is a special day to honor the indomitable courage and valor of our soldiers. He said that there are naval related museums at various places in the country where information about the history of the navy is available. He described the induction of INS ‘Mahe’ into the Indian Navy, opening of the world’s largest Leap Engine MRO facility in Hyderabad and establishment of Skyroot Startup’s Infinity Campus as a reflection of India’s new thinking, innovation and youth power.

The Prime Minister said that winter tourism is an important part of the economy in many countries of the world. In India too, it has immense potential in states like Uttarakhand. He said that the Himalayan valleys are becoming famous for adventure games and destination weddings. 

Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said that the Mann Ki Baat program is a symbol of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s close bond with the countrymen. Through this program the Prime Minister tells us about the glorious achievements of the country. Along with always encouraging indigenous products, he also reinforces the feeling of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat among the countrymen.