Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, while participating in the two-day ‘Aadi Utsav’ held at Ramnagar in Mandla on Monday, announced a series of development projects aimed at preserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage of the Gond kings and tribal communities. He declared that key monuments and forts, including Moti Mahal, Rani Mahal, and the memorials of tribal icons such as Raja Shankar Shah, Kunwar Raghunath Shah, and Rani Durgavati located in Ramnagar and Mandla, will be included in these initiatives.
Highlighting the government’s commitment to the tribal population, Yadav also announced an allocation of ₹1,600 crore under the PESA Act for the conservation of natural resources—water, forests, and land—in tribal-dominated areas including Baiga, Bharia, and Sahariya regions.
Addressing the gathering at the event, the chief minister instructed the district collector, Somesh Mishra, from the stage to prepare a proposal for developing ‘Madhya’, a site in Ramnagar. The proposed development will include a seating facility for 5,000 people, drinking water provisions, and accommodation infrastructure.
Paying tribute to legendary tribal leaders, Yadav recalled the contributions of Raja Hriday Shah, Raja Shankar Shah, Kunwar Raghunath Shah, Rani Durgavati, Birsa Munda, and Tantya Mama. “These great heroes fought valiantly to safeguard their identity and the nation’s natural wealth. In their honour, Krantisurya Tantya Mama University has been established in Khargone,” he added.
On this occasion, the chief minister also visited Moti Mahal, a historic structure built by Hriday Shah, inaugurated a folk art exhibition, and laid the foundation stone for development works worth ₹61 crore in the region.
