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India Gazette
18-05-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Amit Shah inaugurates Gujarat Sahakari Maha Sammelan 2025 in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], May 18 (ANI): The Gujarat State Cooperative Union hosted Sahakari Maha Sammelan-2025 in Ahmedabad on Sunday, chaired by Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and other dignitaries graced the event. Addressing the gathering, Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah stated that the United Nations has declared 2025 as the International Year of Cooperatives, underscoring that the cooperative sector continues to be as significant today as it was back in 1900. He said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, it is time to revive the cooperative movement. To realise the goal of Sahkar se Samriddhi and The Role of Cooperation in Viksit Bharat, it is essential to strengthen the Primary Cooperative Societies in villages. Emphasizing the need to expand the cooperative framework, Shah stated that expanding cooperative networks, along with training and transparency, is essential to ensure villages and farmers benefit from the transformations in the cooperative sector. The Union Cooperation Minister also highlighted the importance of the 'Science of Cooperation and Science in Cooperation,' stating that the cooperative movement that started at the time of independence will progress. Strengthening Primary Cooperative Societies in every state will, in turn, reinforce the cooperative structure at the village, district, and state levels. He also mentioned the transition from a three-tier to a four-tier cooperative structure and stressed the importance of reinforcing the cooperative framework at the national level. He called for making cooperation an essential part of governance, advancing with transparency and honesty. Amit Shah further said that true cooperation in the cooperative sector means that every village's cooperative society must have its account in a cooperative bank. He appreciated the excellent work done in this direction in Panchmahal and Banaskantha districts, where accounts of dairies, APMC, and cooperative societies have been opened in district cooperative banks to strengthen cooperative activities. The Union Minister emphasised the need to continue progressing in this direction. He also expressed confidence that with the establishment of the cooperative university named after Tribhuvanbhai Patel in Gujarat, the state will take a leading role in the field of cooperative education. Speaking about strengthening the cooperative framework, Union Minister Shah stated that by the year 2029, PACS will be registered in every Gram Panchayat area and will be established around two lakh Primary Cooperative Societies. Moreover, policies will be formulated to ensure the healthy development of these societies so that they do not falter. These Primary Cooperative Societies will also promote awareness of natural farming practices. Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel proudly highlighted that 'Operation Sindoor' showcased the Indian Army's bravery, elevating the honour of the national flag. He noted that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, a tradition has been fostered to involve everyone, from the armed forces to the cooperative sector, regardless of their size, in the nation's development. CM Patel also emphasised that creating the 'Chief of Defence Staff' position and the separate Ministry of Cooperation were key initiatives launched under the Prime Minister's guidance. The Chief Minister further stated that Union Home Minister Amit Shah has demonstrated a deep commitment to the nation's internal security and the upliftment of marginalised communities through cooperative efforts. He emphasised that under his leadership, the cooperative sector has undergone a transformative revolution, which everyone present has witnessed firsthand. The Chief Minister also highlighted that the state boasts over 89,000 cooperative institutions, involving approximately 1.70 crore members within its cooperative network. CM Patel said that after 75 years of independence, the nation has received its first Cooperative University. Under the Prime Minister's leadership, he called upon everyone to unite in realising the mantra of 'Sahakar thi Samruddhi' and achieving the vision of a Viksit Bharat by 2047. To realize the vision of a Viksit Bharat, Prime Minister Modi has introduced nine new resolutions: Catch the Rain, One Ped Maa Ke Naam, Natural Farming, Local for Vocal, Cleanliness, Healthy Living, Desh Darshan, Water Conservation, Yoga and Sports in Life, and aiding the Poor. The Chief Minister urged everyone present to bring these resolutions to life through cooperation, organisation, and strength. On this occasion, Gujarat Cooperation Minister Jagdish Vishwakarma said that after 75 years of independence, under the leadership of PM Modi, a separate Ministry of Cooperation has been established in the country. Likewise, under the leadership of Chief Minister Patel, the state government is continuously working to ensure that even the most marginalised people in the villages live with dignity. CM Patel said that under the leadership of visionary leaders like Sardar Patel, the foundation of cooperation was laid in Gujarat. He called upon everyone to connect every farmer in the state to this cooperative umbrella through rural cooperative societies and urged them to make Gujarat a model state in the country's cooperative framework. Ghanshyam Amin, President of the Gujarat State Cooperative Union, said that by implementing the motto of 'Sahakar thi Samruddhi' given by Prime Minister Modi, the country's first Cooperation Minister Amit Shah has addressed the shortcomings in the cooperative sector and formulated a national cooperative policy. Through his efforts, various institutions have been established at the national level to ensure that farmers receive direct benefits. He added that as a result, in today's competitive environment, cooperative societies--PACS--have moved beyond traditional functions and are now running businesses like Prime Minister Jan Aushadhi Centres and petrol pumps. He added that this directly benefits the members of these societies--the farmers. Speaking on this occasion, Chandrapal Singh Yadav, Chairman of ICA (Asia-Pacific), stated that since the establishment of the Ministry of Cooperation in the country, cooperative institutions have gained new strength and direction. This has increased people's trust in the cooperative sector. Furthermore, due to the strong decisions of Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah, cooperative institutions are progressing, leading to the development of even the most marginalised people through cooperation. At this Maha Sammelan, under the guidance of Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah, cooperative institutions of the state were informed about various landmark initiatives undertaken in the cooperative sector. On this occasion, the dignitaries present also released a guiding publication for the cooperative sector titled 'Sahakar Sankalp'. With the aim of involving various cooperative institutions across the state in realizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of 'Sahakar thi Samruddhi,' the Gujarat State Cooperative Union organized this Sahakari Maha Sammelan. The event witnessed the participation of over 4,500 cooperative leaders and representatives from rural, taluka, district, and state-level cooperative institutions. The Maha Sammelan was attended by several prominent leaders and cooperative representatives, including NAFED Chairman and Deputy Speaker of the Legislative Assembly Jetha Bharwad, GSC Bank Chairman Ajay Patel, Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Chairman Shamal Patel, Rajya Sabha MP Narhari Amin, and cooperative leaders Dollarrai Kotecha, Bipin Patel, Jayesh Radadiya, Arunsinh Rana, former Minister Bhupendrasinh Chudasama, along with local MLAs and a large number of cooperative representatives from across the state. (ANI)
Hans India
18-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Strong cooperative structure vital for national progress, says Amit Shah
Union Home Minister and Gandhinagar Member of Parliament Amit Shah addressed the Gujarat State Cooperative Union's Summit in Ahmedabad on Sunday, where he emphasised the crucial role of cooperation in India's development journey. He highlighted the importance of both the "science of cooperation" and the "science in cooperation", underlining that cooperative synergy is essential for the sector's growth. HM Shah stressed that cooperation among cooperatives -- whether in dairy, banking, housing, or agriculture -- is vital for mutual benefit and progress. According to him, 'to become a developed nation, a strong cooperative structure significantly contributes to national progress, and India must follow suit by integrating modern practices into its cooperative framework.' In his address, the Home Minister pointed out that changes and technological advancements in the cooperative sector will only be meaningful when they reach the grassroots, particularly the farmers. "Until these innovations and systems benefit farmers directly, they cannot be considered truly effective," he stated. He also called for greater transparency across cooperative institutions to ensure accountability and enhance trust among stakeholders. Transparency, he said, is not optional but necessary for the cooperative model to sustain and flourish. Highlighting Gujarat as a testing ground for innovative cooperative models, HM Shah revealed that cooperatives in the state are being empowered to manufacture machinery and equipment for producing dairy products such as ice cream, paneer, and cheese. 'Machines and equipment to make ice cream, cheese, paneer -- everything will be built within cooperatives. We are already trying it in Gujarat,' he shared, reflecting the government's push towards self-reliance through local production ecosystems. The Union Minister further elaborated on the need for interlinking different sectors within the cooperative system. He emphasised that dairy cooperatives must coordinate with cooperative banks, and cooperative housing societies must engage with other cooperative institutions. This kind of integrated approach, he said, would lead to shared success and long-term sustainability. Amit Shah also inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for various development projects across Gandhinagar city and district, worth more than Rs 708 crore. The Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation led the initiative with the inauguration of civic and infrastructure projects valued at Rs 200.94 crore, while new works amounting to Rs 352.76 crore had their foundation stones laid. The Gandhinagar District Administration contributed projects worth Rs 45.70 crore, and the Gandhinagar Urban Development Authority (GUDA) initiated additional works valued at Rs 107.85 crore. Among the notable projects inaugurated were RCC and CC roads in the villages of Basan, Palaj, and Por, totalling Rs 8.91 crore. Primary Health Centres were inaugurated at Vavol and Pethapur for Rs 5.43 crore, and landscaping works along the CH-0 to GH-0 corridor were completed for Rs 4.68 crore. The broader development package also included the installation of sewerage and drainage pipelines in areas like Borij and Kolavada, town planning development works amounting to Rs 75.08 crore, and the establishment of a Rs 30.97 crore sewage treatment plant at Bhat. Additionally, a new road underpass between Sectors 21 and 22 was initiated, with an investment of Rs 16.45 crore.
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Union home minister Amit Shah on two-day visit to Gujarat from Saturday
Gandhinagar: Union home and cooperation minister Amit Shah will be in Gujarat on a two-day visit from Saturday, during which he will inaugurate a number of projects in Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, and Mehsana districts. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Shah will also preside over an event organised by the Gujarat State Cooperative Union on Sunday. Official sources said Shah will preside over five events of the Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation at Vavol in Sector 21 of Pethapur, and Kolavda on Saturday. These include the inauguration of a primary health centre at Vavol, an underbridge joining Sectors 21 and 22, a primary health centre at Pethapur, a lake at Kolavda, and other development projects. On Sunday, the minister will preside over an event titled 'The Role of Cooperation in Developed India', organised by the Gujarat State Cooperative Union at Science City in Ahmedabad. Later, he will inaugurate a new building of a nursing college at Gozariya in Mehsana district. He will also inaugurate a ready-to-cook frozen potato processing unit at Sadra in Mehsana district. In Ahmedabad, Amit Shah will inaugurate the newly constructed Pallav flyover at Pallav Char Rasta in Naranpura area of Ahmedabad on Sunday afternoon. He will also lay the foundation stones of several projects of the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation later in the day. Gandhinagar: Union home and cooperation minister Amit Shah will be in Gujarat on a two-day visit from Saturday, during which he will inaugurate a number of projects in Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, and Mehsana districts. Shah will also preside over an event organised by the Gujarat State Cooperative Union on Sunday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Official sources said Shah will preside over five events of the Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation at Vavol in Sector 21 of Pethapur, and Kolavda on Saturday. These include the inauguration of a primary health centre at Vavol, an underbridge joining Sectors 21 and 22, a primary health centre at Pethapur, a lake at Kolavda, and other development projects. On Sunday, the minister will preside over an event titled 'The Role of Cooperation in Developed India', organised by the Gujarat State Cooperative Union at Science City in Ahmedabad. Later, he will inaugurate a new building of a nursing college at Gozariya in Mehsana district. He will also inaugurate a ready-to-cook frozen potato processing unit at Sadra in Mehsana district. In Ahmedabad, Amit Shah will inaugurate the newly constructed Pallav flyover at Pallav Char Rasta in Naranpura area of Ahmedabad on Sunday afternoon. He will also lay the foundation stones of several projects of the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation later in the day.
