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Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Cabinet approves promotion for govt employees after 9 yrs
Bhopal: The state cabinet, headed by chief minister Mohan Yadav, on Tuesday approved the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Promotion Rules, 2025, ensuring the representation and protection of interests of the reserved categories. After nine years, the state govt on Tuesday opened the doors for the promotion of govt employees. Briefing the media after the cabinet meeting, the minister for urban administration, Kailash Vijayvargiya, said, "In the last nine years, there were many hindrances in the way of promotion of state govt employees. This time, we found a way for giving promotions." He further stated, "With promotions, the lower rank posts will get vacant, making way for fresh recruitments." He mentioned that the govt has taken all precautions to maintain and respect the high court and other court orders, so that there are no legal complications with the promotions. Provisions have been made to include 20% reservation for scheduled tribes (ST) and 16% for scheduled castes (SC). SC and ST public servants will also have the opportunity for promotion based on merit, the minister said. A state govt release explained, "Departmental Promotion Committees may meet in the current year to prepare selection lists for the next year's vacancies. Due weightage will be given to seniority, and among senior officials, those obtaining the minimum qualifying marks will be eligible for promotion. For Class I officers, a merit-cum-seniority principle will apply." For Class IV employees, there will be no marks system; they will be promoted solely based on suitability. Even partial service in a year will be considered as full qualifying service. Provisions have also been made to allow promotion against posts vacated by officers on deputation who will not be available in the promotion year. The rules ensure that posts available on a particular day are filled, based on merit and representation of reserved categories. Approximately 2 lakh new posts will be created with the promotions, leading to enhanced administrative efficiency and effectiveness. In another decision, the cabinet approved the establishment, operation, and construction of 459 new anganwadi centres in special tribal areas under the PM-JANMAN (Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Nagarik Mahaabhiyan) scheme. Approval was also given to create 459 honorary posts for anganwadi workers, another 459 posts for anganwadi helpers, and 26 regular supervisory posts. E xpenditure on the scheme from fiscal year 2025–26 to 2030–31 will be made as per the approval received by the Centre. The total estimated cost of implementation is Rs 143.46 crore, of which the Central share will be Rs 72.78 crore and the state's share Rs 70.68 crore. The cabinet also approved a total estimated expenditure of Rs 5,163 crores for ongoing and upcoming capital projects of Madhya Pradesh Power Transmission Company Limited (MPPTCL) for the period 2025–26 to 2029–30. The funding will comprise 20% equity from the state govt and 80% as loans from financial institutions and banks. Key allocations include Rs 1,154 crores for construction and upgradation of transmission systems approved by the central transmission unit, Rs 185 crores for power infrastructure for Simhastha–2028, Rs 1,015 crores for construction of new extra-high-voltage substations, Rs 54 crores for new EHV (Extra High Voltage) lines for uninterrupted power to Morena Division HQ and northern Gwalior, and Rs 1,280 crores for capacity enhancement of existing EHV transformers. In yet another decision, the cabinet approved the establishment of district treasuries in the newly formed districts of Pandhurna, Maihar, and Mauganj.
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
'Without sanskar, children become like Sonam': Kailash Vijayvargiya's take on Meghalaya murder case; says Indore 'shamed' because of her
Kailash Vijayvargiya (File photo) NEW DELHI: Madhya Pradesh minister Kailash Vijayvargiya on Wednesday emphasised the importance of imparting sanskar (values) to ensure that children "don't become like Sonam", the prime accused in the Meghalaya honeymoon murder case. "It is good to educate children, but it is equally important to instil values. Without 'sanskar', children become like Sonam. This daughter has brought shame to Indore," news agency PTI quoted Vijayvargiya as saying. He was speaking at inauguration event for various development projects in Indore. Further, the BJP leader said that educated kids who are not cultured, "live like animals, leading a bestial life." "She told me that if a woman lacks remorse, affection, and love, she becomes like Putana — the demoness who tried to kill Lord Krishna," Vijayvargiya added, referring to Sadhvi Kankeshwari Devi, a Hindu seer. The senior MLA's remark comes days after he expressed his dislike for "women in revealing clothes." Sonam Raghuvanshi is accused of plotting the murder of her husband, Indore-based businessman Raja Raghuvanshi, while the newly-married couple was honeymooning in the north-eastern Meghalaya state. Five people have been arrested, including Sonam and three assailants. All are currently in the custody of Meghalaya Police.
India Today
06-06-2025
- Politics
- India Today
BJP Minister says trend of women wearing skimpy clothes against Indian culture
Many a times, girls come to take selfies with me, I tell them to wear good clothes, says Kailash Vijayvargiya He says Indian women should follow cultural values and dress well Compares women to goddesses who must wear good clothes Advises girls seeking selfies to dress appropriately Senior BJP leader and Madhya Pradesh cabinet minister Kailash Vijayvargiya on Thursday said he disapproves of the trend of women wearing "skimpy clothes," which he described as a foreign idea of beauty that does not align with Indian cultural values, as reported by the news agency PTI. Speaking at a World Environment Day programme in Indore, Vijayvargiya said, "If a girl here (in India) wears good and pretty clothes, does good makeup and wears nice jewellery, then people consider her very beautiful. But abroad, if a (woman) wears fewer clothes, then it is considered good. Now, this is their (foreigners) thinking." Citing Indian tradition, the minister said he sees women as a form of goddess. 'I believe in our country (India), women are a form of goddess. They should wear very good clothes,' he told the gathering. A video of Vijayvargiya's remarks has since gone viral on social media. Several BJP leaders and local public representatives were present at the event. Vijayvargiya made these comments while rejecting a Western saying that compares short speeches to short clothes worn by women. "Look, there is a western saying which is not good, but this saying is discussed a lot in foreign countries... It is said there (abroad) that just as a girl wearing less clothes is beautiful, similarly, a leader giving a short speech is also very good. There is such a saying in foreign countries, but I do not follow it," he said, drawing laughter and applause from the audience. He went on to praise BJP Indore unit president Sumit Mishra for delivering a short speech at the event. "I do not follow this saying,' Vijayvargiya reiterated. "I believe in our country (India) women are a form of goddess. They should wear very good clothes." The minister also recalled personal experiences where he advised girls seeking selfies with him to dress appropriately. "I do not like (women) wearing fewer clothes. Many a time, girls come to take selfies with me, then I tell them that they come by wearing good clothes. Then get a selfie clicked with me," he added. Senior BJP leader and Madhya Pradesh cabinet minister Kailash Vijayvargiya on Thursday said he disapproves of the trend of women wearing "skimpy clothes," which he described as a foreign idea of beauty that does not align with Indian cultural values, as reported by the news agency PTI. Speaking at a World Environment Day programme in Indore, Vijayvargiya said, "If a girl here (in India) wears good and pretty clothes, does good makeup and wears nice jewellery, then people consider her very beautiful. But abroad, if a (woman) wears fewer clothes, then it is considered good. Now, this is their (foreigners) thinking." Citing Indian tradition, the minister said he sees women as a form of goddess. 'I believe in our country (India), women are a form of goddess. They should wear very good clothes,' he told the gathering. A video of Vijayvargiya's remarks has since gone viral on social media. Several BJP leaders and local public representatives were present at the event. Vijayvargiya made these comments while rejecting a Western saying that compares short speeches to short clothes worn by women. "Look, there is a western saying which is not good, but this saying is discussed a lot in foreign countries... It is said there (abroad) that just as a girl wearing less clothes is beautiful, similarly, a leader giving a short speech is also very good. There is such a saying in foreign countries, but I do not follow it," he said, drawing laughter and applause from the audience. He went on to praise BJP Indore unit president Sumit Mishra for delivering a short speech at the event. "I do not follow this saying,' Vijayvargiya reiterated. "I believe in our country (India) women are a form of goddess. They should wear very good clothes." The minister also recalled personal experiences where he advised girls seeking selfies with him to dress appropriately. "I do not like (women) wearing fewer clothes. Many a time, girls come to take selfies with me, then I tell them that they come by wearing good clothes. Then get a selfie clicked with me," he added. Join our WhatsApp Channel
Hindustan Times
06-06-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
MP minister Kailash Vijayvargiya says he disagrees with trend of women wearing ‘skimpy clothes'
Senior BJP leader and Madhya Pradesh cabinet minister Kailash Vijayvargiya has said he disapproves of the trend of women wearing 'skimpy clothes', insisting that it was a foreign concept of beauty and not in consonance with Indian tradition. Citing Indian culture, the minister said that he considered women as a 'form of goddess'. 'If a girl here (in India) wears good and pretty clothes, does good makeup and wears nice jewellery, then people consider her very beautiful. But abroad, if a (woman) wears less clothing, then it is considered good. Now, this is their (foreigners') thinking,' maintained Vijayvargiya. He made the remarks on Thursday while terming inappropriate a foreign proverb that compares the short speeches of leaders with the short clothes of women. Vijayvargiya praised the brief speech given by local unit president of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Sumit Mishra at a programme organised on World Environment Day in his hometown Indore, and said he favoured short public addresses. 'Look, there is a western saying which is not good, but this saying is discussed a lot in foreign countries... It is said there (abroad) that just as a girl wearing less clothing is beautiful, similarly a leader giving a short speech is also very good. There is such a saying in foreign countries, but I do not follow it,' said the BJP leader. Amidst laughter and applause from the audience, the cabinet minister averred he does not consider this foreign saying appropriate. 'I do not follow this saying. I believe in our country (India), women are a form of goddess. They should wear very good clothes,' he told the gathering. Speaking further, Vijayvargiya said, 'I do not like (women) wearing less clothes. Many a time, girls come to take selfies with me. I tell them they should come by wearing good clothes and then get a selfie clicked with me.' A video of Vijayvargiya's remarks regarding women's clothing is being widely circulated on social media. Several BJP leaders were present at the event along with local public representatives.
The Hindu
06-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
M.P. Minister Vijayvargiya says he disagrees with trend of women wearing ‘skimpy clothes'
Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Madhya Pradesh Cabinet Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya has said he disapproves of the trend of women wearing 'skimpy clothes', insisting that it was a foreign concept of beauty and not in consonance with Indian tradition. Citing Indian culture, the Minister said that he considered women as a 'form of goddess'. 'If a girl here [in India] wears good and pretty clothes, does good makeup and wears nice jewellery, then people consider her very beautiful. But abroad, if a [woman] wears less clothing, then it is considered good. Now, this is their [foreigners'] thinking,' maintained Mr. Vijayvargiya. He made the remarks on Thursday (June 5, 2025) while terming inappropriate a foreign proverb that compares the short speeches of leaders with the short clothes of women. Mr. Vijayvargiya praised the brief speech given by local unit president of BJP Sumit Mishra at a programme organised on World Environment Day in his hometown Indore, and said he favoured short public addresses. 'Look, there is a western saying which is not good, but this saying is discussed a lot in foreign countries... It is said there [abroad] that just as a girl wearing less clothing is beautiful, similarly a leader giving a short speech is also very good. There is such a saying in foreign countries, but I do not follow it,' said the BJP leader. Amidst laughter and applause from the audience, the Cabinet Minister averred he does not consider this foreign saying appropriate. 'I do not follow this saying. I believe in our country [India], women are a form of goddess. They should wear very good clothes,' he told the gathering. Speaking further, Mr. Vijayvargiya said, 'I do not like [women] wearing less clothes. Many a time, girls come to take selfies with me. I tell them they should come by wearing good clothes and then get a selfie clicked with me.' A video of Mr. Vijayvargiya's remarks regarding women's clothing is being widely circulated on social media. Several BJP leaders were present at the event along with local public representatives.
