Raipur, Mar 21 (KNN) As per public demand the Chhattisgarh government has decided to establish foundation of the Sheep Husbandry and Wool Promotion Board, said Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Monday.

Highlighting the distinct identity of the shepherd community, he said that the shepherd society is already well-known among all.

He was addressing the annual convention of Jheria Gadaria (Pal, Dhangar) Samaj organized at Late Balbir Singh Juneja Indoor Stadium in the state capital.

The state administration is working on developing a program to benefit people in society, including poor, labourers, and farmers, informed the CM.

In the session, the people of Gadariya Samaj felicitated the CM by making him wear a self-made khumri and blankets. Prior to this, the CM also honoured outstanding and talented persons of the society in the programme.

While addressing the annual session of Gadaria Samaj, CM Baghel said, “The problem of traditional labour is growing as a result of modern industries, and Gadaria Samaj is also concerned.”

“The administration is dedicated to the development of all segments of society, including the Jheria Gadaria society. Wherever sheep are raised, such families and their children will be given weaving training using traditional and modern machines, as well as information on new sheep and goat husbandry techniques,” he added.

Chief Minister said that all possible help would be given to the youth of the Jheria-Gadariya community for their traditional business and industry.

He said, “For this, they would be provided land and facilities like electricity at a concessional rate.”

Under the State Government Rural Industrial Park (RIPA), a provision of Rs 600 crore has been made in the budget to make the villagers economically empowered through traditional businesses as well as small businesses.  (KNN Bureau)