- The 14th Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh Jai Ram Thakur has launched the "Panchvati Yojana" for the Senior Citizens of rural areas of the state. Under this, the Himachal Pradesh government will develop parks and gardens in every development block with necessary amenities.
- Highlights,
- Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister said that the government is eying to develop 100 such parks in the Himachal Pradesh state in the 2020 year.
- It provides an opportunity for elderly people to spend their leisure time while strolling in these parks and gardens.
- It will also aim to improve the life expectancy of the elder people by keeping in view their health requirements.
- And, this scheme will be executed under the MNREGA scheme of rural development.
Published On : 12 Jun 2020
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