Shillong, Sept 15: The Bharatiya Janata Party, Meghalaya, will organise a month-long programme, “Seva Sankalp Abhiyan – Resolve to Serve,” to mark 25 years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s journey in public service, beginning with his tenure as Chief Minister of Gujarat in 2001.
Addressing a press conference on Tuesday (Sept 15), the state BJP president Rikman Momin said the nation-wide programme is a celebration of the prime minister’s remarkable commitment to public service and nation-building. For the BJP Meghalaya, it is also an opportunity to translate the spirit of seva into meaningful activities that benefit communities across the state.
The month-long observance will commence on September 17, the prime minister’s birthday, and continue until October. 17.
The BJP Meghalaya will organise a series of programmes during this period, focusing on service, social responsibility, youth participation, health, the environment and appreciation of frontline workers.
Major programmes
- Light the Candle of Blessing – 17 September
On September 17, from 6 pm, BJP workers and supporters across Meghalaya will participate in “Light the Candle of Blessing.” The programme will symbolise the people’s appreciation and blessings for prime minister Narendra Modi and acknowledge his dedication to the service of the nation.
” We appeal to citizens and BJP karyakartas to participate in this programme and collectively express our commitment to the ideals of service and nation-building”, Momin added.
- Inter-school drawing competition – 26 September
An inter-school drawing competition will be organised at the district level on September 26, providing schoolchildren an opportunity to express their ideas and aspirations for India through art. The competition will encourage creativity among students while also fostering their understanding of the country’s development and the importance of contributing to society.
- Felicitation of Anganwadi and ASHA workers
As part of the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, the BJP Meghalaya will felicitate Anganwadi and ASHA workers across various centres. These frontline workers play an invaluable role in reaching essential health, nutrition and welfare services to communities, particularly women and children. Their contribution often takes place quietly at the grassroots, and this programme is an expression of our gratitude for their dedicated service.
- Blood donation and health camps
The BJP will organise blood donation camps and health camps at different locations across the State. These initiatives are intended to promote voluntary blood donation, create awareness about health and encourage our party workers and citizens to participate directly in activities that can save lives and support communities.
- Tree plantation drives
Environmental responsibility will form another important component of the campaign. BJP workers and volunteers will undertake tree plantation programmes at suitable locations across Meghalaya. The initiative will encourage citizens, particularly young people, to participate in protecting and strengthening our environment for future generations.
- Cleaning and community service drives
As a reflection of the Swachh Bharat spirit and the larger philosophy of seva, cleanliness and community cleaning drives will be conducted at various locations. Our objective is not merely to organise a one-day activity, but to encourage a sustained culture of cleanliness, civic responsibility and community participation.
The Seva Sankalp Abhiyan is ultimately about taking the message of public service from the political platform to the grassroots. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 25 years in public service represent a long journey of commitment to the people and to the nation. The best way for us to commemorate this milestone is not simply through celebrations, but by serving society and making a positive difference in the lives of people around us.
Through these programmes, BJP Meghalaya will seek to involve karyakartas, students, health workers, women, youth and citizens from across the state in a collective effort towards seva, social responsibility and nation-building.
“I appeal to all BJP karyakartas and members of the public to participate wholeheartedly in the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan and make this month-long campaign a meaningful tribute to 25 years of public service. Seva is our resolve. Service to the nation is our commitment”, Momin said.
