Prayagraj, Feb 27 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday announced that every sanitation and health worker involved in the Maha Kumbh mega-event would receive an additional bonus of Rs 10,000 from the state government.
The CM appreciated the sanitation and health workers serving at the Prayagraj Maha Kumbh. He presented them with gifts and insurance certificates under the Swachh Kumbh Fund. In a significant announcement, he declared that every sanitation and health worker involved in the Maha Kumbh mega-event would receive an additional bonus of Rs 10,000 from the state government.
He announced that starting in April, the state government will set up a dedicated corporation to ensure fair wages. Through this initiative, every sanitation and health worker and those previously deprived of minimum wages will receive a monthly remuneration of Rs 16,000 directly in their bank accounts via DBT.
Besides, Yogi announced that all sanitation and health workers would be covered under a Rs 5 lakh health insurance scheme through Ayushman Bharat or the Mukhyamantri Jan Arogya Yojana. His announcement was met with resounding applause from the sanitation and health workers present at the event.
He expressed his heartfelt appreciation to the sanitation and health workers for their invaluable contribution to the grand and divine Prayagraj Maha Kumbh, held from January 13 to February 26. He emphasised that the state government stands with them today to extend its gratitude and congratulations.
Acknowledging their dedication, the CM assured that the government remains committed to their welfare and will continue to work towards their upliftment in the future. He highlighted that teamwork and collective effort yield remarkable results, as witnessed in the successful execution of Maha Kumbh.
He praised the workers for demonstrating that any goal can be achieved with determination and the right support. Encouraging them to carry forward their mission, he called for a renewed commitment to cleanliness, launching a special sanitation campaign that he urged all officials and employees to join as a tribute to Ganga.
Yogi said that his cabinet was deeply honoured to recognise the efforts of the sanitation workers and to participate in a community meal with them. He recalled that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had inaugurated the Maha Kumbh on December 13 and had provided continuous guidance before and during the event.
He said, "The combined efforts of the Government of India, various ministries, and the UP government played a crucial role in making the event a success, ensuring not just its seamless execution but also contributing to the transformation of Prayagraj into a shining smart city."
The CM said that visitors to Prayagraj were particularly impressed by the exceptional cleanliness maintained by sanitation workers and the exemplary conduct of the police. He lauded the people of Prayagraj for embracing the Maha Kumbh as their own, hosting langars, welcoming guests, and prioritising the event over personal challenges.
He reflected on the immense scale of the gathering, where a city of 25-30 lakh residents seamlessly accommodated crores of visitors. Drawing a parallel, he said that even a household of five could feel overwhelmed by ten guests, yet the people of Prayagraj embraced this monumental event with patience and enthusiasm.
Yogi extended his heartfelt congratulations to the people of UP for setting an exemplary standard of hospitality and ensuring a memorable experience for pilgrims and revered saints.
Highlighting the new prospects for tourism in UP, he said that the Maha Kumbh has unveiled multiple circuits of spiritual tourism across the state. "One such circuit extends from Prayagraj to Kashi via Maa Vindhyavasini Dham. Like crores of devotees thronged Prayagraj, Maa Vindhyavasini Dham also witnessed a congregation of 5 to 7 lakh people daily during this period. Likewise, Kashi’s Baba Vishwanath Dham saw a daily footfall of 10 to 15 lakh devotees," he said.
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