ON THE occasion of the 101st birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Bharat Ratna Atal Behari Vajpayee, an exhibition titled ‘Nivesh Se Rojgar – Atal Sankalp’ was organised at the venue of the Abhyuday Madhya Pradesh Growth Summit in Gwalior.

 

Union Home and Co-operative Minister Amit Shah, along with Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav, visited and reviewed the exhibition. Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, Speaker of the MP Legislative Assembly Narendra Singh Tomar, senior MLA and State BJP President Hemant Khandelwal, and several other public representatives were also present.

 

The exhibition highlighted the life journey of the late Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee, showcasing his patriotism, visionary leadership, and contributions to nation-building. Through his speeches, poetry, and political achievements, the exhibition emphasised his philosophy of Integral Humanism, landmark projects such as the Pokhran nuclear tests and the Golden Quadrilateral, and his resolve to make India a developed nation.

 

In addition, Madhya Pradesh’s industrial progress and economic development were prominently displayed. Key projects such as the Singaji Thermal Power Project, Eleczar PVC Plywood Unit in Malanpur, Pithampur Auto Hub, and Bhopal Food Park were highlighted. Success stories of startups in drone technology and agri-tech sectors further showcased innovation, entrepreneurship, and emerging employment opportunities.

 

Under the One District–One Product (ODOP) initiative, the exhibition featured products like opium from Mandsaur, handicrafts from Maihar, Tinkira rice from Chhindwara, GI-tagged items including Vidisha’s Lahsunia Lal Chana, Balaghat’s Kakad Haat rice, mustard-based products, Morena Gajak, and Datia’s bell metal work.

 

The exhibition effectively demonstrated Atalji’s vision of linking investment with employment and highlighted Madhya Pradesh’s progress towards sustainable, inclusive development through industrial growth, innovation, and the promotion of local products.