Union Minister Dr. L. Murugan to visit West Singhbhum, Jharkhand under ADP

NEW DELHI: Dr. L. Murugan, Union Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs, will undertake a three-day visit to West Singhbhum, Jharkhand, from 16th to 18th January 2025, as part of the Aspirational Districts Programme (ADP).

This visit underscores the government’s commitment to accelerating development in one of India’s most remote and underprivileged regions.

On the first day, the Hon’ble Minister will interact with district officials and public representatives to review progress under the ADP.

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These discussions will focus on tracking developmental milestones and identifying bottlenecks to ensure the district’s holistic growth.

Day two will feature a visit to the Industrial Training Institute (ITI) and Cage Fisheries in Jagannathpur, aimed at assessing the skill development and livelihood opportunities in the area. Later, Dr. Murugan will tour the SAIL Mines to evaluate industrial contributions to the region’s economy.

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The final day will focus on a detailed review of the Aspirational Districts Programme (ADP) and the Aspirational Blocks Programme (ABP) in Chaibasa.

Dr. Murugan will meet with departmental heads to assess progress across health, education, agriculture, infrastructure, and skill development indicators.

These programs are central to ensuring inclusive growth and improving the quality of life for citizens in the district.

Launched in 2018 under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, ADP is a flagship initiative aimed at uplifting 112 backward districts by addressing regional disparities.

The program has significantly improved living standards through focused interventions in health, education, agriculture, and infrastructure.