Imphal, Nov 27 (UNI) Governor La. Ganesan on Saturday interacted with District Level Officers
of Imphal West and East District at the Centenary Hall of Manipur University and called upon
them to properly implement government schemes.
Mr Ganesan expressed his appreciation to the District Commissioners of both Imphal West
and East for the execution of developmental works taken up by the government for the welfare
of the public which was shown through power point presentation.
He said that it is unfortunate that the pandemic slowed down the developmental works
considerably.
The Governor was informed that Covid 19 vaccination have not reached 100 percent mark in
both the districts.
He asked the DLOs to be cautious and work harder to end the pandemic completely or
developmental activities will be hindered.
Mr Ganesan said open defecation should be eliminated . He said the state will be a pleasant
place with smooth roads.
The Governor informed the DLOs to encourage the public of both districts to open an
account under Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana as this scheme aims to revolutionize the
traditional banking system and it is suitable for everyone, especially for the economically
weaker section of the society who does not have a basic bank account.
It offers basic financial services like saving account, insurance, deposit account , pension
remittance etc and anyone who is an Indian citizen who is above 10 years of age can open
an account with zero balance under the scheme.
He further stated that India is the largest democracy which is governed by Constitution
and it is unfortunate that some section of the society are working against it.
The governor informed that 15 National Highways projects are being sanctioned for the
state and good roads are needed to protect the boundaries of the state.
He said that in every districts he visited, he was shown contraband products seized by
the security forces.
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