Cabinet Approves ₹38,555 Cr for Public Welfare and Development Works

Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav chaired the Cabinet meeting at the Mantralaya on Tuesday, during which major financial approvals totalling ₹38,555 crore were granted for the comprehensive development and public welfare of Madhya Pradesh. The Cabinet also took a significant decision to constitute a State Traders’ Welfare Board to safeguard traders’ interests and further strengthen economic activity in the state. These decisions aim to accelerate infrastructure development, promote agricultural self-reliance, and enhance social security across the state.

Among the key decisions taken in the Cabinet meeting, a provision of ₹32,405 crore—the largest allocation—has been made for road construction, upgradation of rural roads, and maintenance of government housing during the 16th Finance Commission period (2026–2031).

To strengthen the agriculture sector, approval has been granted for the mission for ‘Aatmanirbharta in Pulses’ under which ₹2,442.04 crore will be spent over the next five years to boost pulses production. In addition, ₹2,412 crore has been approved under the Women and Child Development Department for the construction of new Anganwadi centres and smooth implementation of Mission Vatsalya, along with ₹1,295.52 crore for the IT and electronics manufacturing sector.

To promote economic activities, the Council of Ministers has also taken an important decision to constitute a State Traders’ Welfare Board, which will serve as an effective platform for the prompt resolution of traders’ issues and enable direct communication with the government. This initiative marks a significant step towards accelerating the state’s economy and ensuring inclusive development.

Cabinet Approved ₹2,442.04 Cr for ‘Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses’

The Cabinet approved ₹2,442.04 crore for the implementation of the ‘Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses’ over the next five years (April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2031). The Farmer Welfare and Agriculture Development Department has been authorised to issue necessary guidelines for its implementation.

Launched by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on October 11, 2025, the mission aims to: Increase production and area under pulses cultivation, promote climate-resilient and improved seed varieties, strengthen seed production, distribution and farmer training and develop post-harvest infrastructure such as processing and packaging units. The initiative is expected to boost farmers’ income and reduce dependency on imports by enhancing domestic production.

Boost to IT and Electronics Manufacturing Sector

The Cabinet approved ₹1,295.52 crore for the continuation and implementation of schemes related to Electronics Manufacturing Clusters (EMC) and Information Technology. Key sanctions include: ₹244.20 crore for operation of digital governance and IT infrastructure systems (RCBC, DeGS, NIC), ₹225.32 crore for the establishment of Electronics Manufacturing Clusters (EMC 2.0), including a major cluster over 209.47 acres at Bandikhedi, Bhopal, ₹300 crore for the IT Investment Promotion Scheme to attract private sector participation and ₹526 crore for continuation of the State Wide Area Network (SWAN) to enhance digital connectivity from state to block level.

The Cabinet decided that the e-Daksh training programme will continue to provide IT and e-governance training to government officials and employees.

Approved ₹2,412 Crore for Anganwadi Infrastructure and Child Protection

Under the Women and Child Development Department, the Cabinet approved ₹2,412 crore for the construction of Anganwadi centres and the implementation of Mission Vatsalya (Integrated Child Protection Scheme). The Cabinet approved ₹1,800 crore for the construction of 1,500 new Anganwadi centres during 2026–2031, ₹606.68 crore for the implementation of Mission Vatsalya, and ₹5 crore for the sanitation action plan. Mission Vatsalya aims to provide care, protection, nutrition, education, and rehabilitation for children in need, in accordance with the Juvenile Justice Act, 2015.

Historic Decision: Formation of State Traders’ Welfare Board

The Cabinet approved the formation of the State Traders’ Welfare Board along with district-level committees to strengthen economic activities and ensure the welfare of traders. The Board will address traders’ grievances promptly, serve as a direct communication bridge between traders and the government and promote inclusive economic growth. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav will serve as the Chairperson of the Board, with representation from key departments such as finance, agriculture, health, energy, tourism and industry. Representatives from major national institutions, including RBI, NABARD, NHAI and FSSAI, as well as leading industry bodies CII, FICCI, DICCI, FIEO and Laghu Udyog Bharati, will also be part of the Board. The Board will meet quarterly, while district-level committees will convene monthly to ensure effective implementation and grievance redressal.

Commitment to Inclusive and Sustainable Growth

The decisions taken in the Cabinet meeting reflect the state government’s strong commitment to inclusive growth, economic expansion, and social welfare. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, Madhya Pradesh continues to move forward with a balanced approach, focusing on infrastructure, agriculture, industry, and human development.