Baddi (Himachal Pradesh), Jan 22, 2025: A foundation stone laying ceremony was organized recently at Sil/Sunani village in Baddi at Himachal Pradesh’s Solan district under the 'Adarsh Sushrut Gaon' project. The project is being implemented by Bal Raksha Bharat and CSIR, New Delhi, and is supported by 'Zee Media Entertainment Limited'. This program is an important step in the government's visionary schemes for rural development and community welfare.
Doon MLA Ram Kumar Chaudhary and CSIR Director General and Department of Science and Technology Secretary N Kalaisevi graced the function as the Chief Guest. Addressing the occasion, Kalaisevi said, "The objective of the Adarsh Sushrut Gaon Project is to develop infrastructure in rural areas, improve education and health services, and promote sustainable development. The scheme seeks to improve the quality of life of rural communities by prioritizing their needs."
During the foundation stone laying ceremony, Manmohan Sharma, Deputy Commissioner and Chairman, District Disaster Management Authority, District Solan, also expressed his views and highlighted the importance of this project. He informed that under this scheme, infrastructure such as roads, drinking water supply, sanitation, health centre, and community hall will be developed in Sil/Sunani village. Prof R Pradeep Kumar, Director, CSIR-CBRI, gave detailed information about the contribution of CBRI in this project and assured CBRI's support in such projects in future as well.
On this occasion, CSIR-CBRI Roorkee and BRB have organized an exhibition related to various aspects of building construction. In this exhibition, many technologies developed by CSIR were showcased. Visitors appreciated the exhibition and showed special interest in it. Officials from the local administration who attended the program assured to contribute in such works. Local residents and panchayat members participated in large numbers on this occasion. They welcomed this initiative of the government and called it a historic step towards the development of rural areas. The program concluded with a vote of thanks, in which all the guests, officials and villagers present were thanked. This scheme will write a new story of development of rural areas in the coming times.
The Model Resilient Village project represents a holistic approach to disaster risk reduction, focusing on rebuilding livelihoods, safeguarding infrastructure, and ensuring community well-being. The initiative aligns with the broader goals of climate resilience and sustainable development, serving as a blueprint for other vulnerable regions in India.
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