“Seva Sankalp Abhiyan” to be Organised from September 17 to October 17
Service, Public Participation, Elected Representatives and Collective Resolve for Viksit Bharat-2047 to Take Shape Through Various Activities
Cabinet Minister and District In-Charge Minister Shri O.P. Choudhary Holds Virtual Meeting; Issues Necessary Directions for Successful and Effective Implementation of the Campaign
Collector Briefs Minister on Preparations in Surguja District
Ambikapur, September 9, 2026/ — With the objective of expressing gratitude for Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s 25 years of public service and dedication, and giving a participatory form to the collective resolve of building Viksit Bharat-2047, the “Seva Sankalp Abhiyan” will be organised from September 17 to October 17, 2026.
Through the campaign, information about various welfare schemes of the Central and State Governments will be provided to eligible citizens, ensuring that they receive the benefits of these schemes. Active participation of every family will also be encouraged.
To ensure the successful and effective implementation of the campaign, Finance Minister and District In-Charge Minister Shri O.P. Choudhary held a virtual meeting with officials of various districts through video conferencing on Wednesday. He reviewed the appointment of nodal and assistant nodal officers, action plans, departmental responsibilities and proposed activities. He directed officials to ensure better coordination among departments, a time-bound action plan and effective implementation at the grassroots level.
He stressed the need to ensure maximum public participation in the campaign. He directed that all activities be organised with public participation at the village, ward, development block and district levels.
Collector Shri Ajit Vasant, who joined the meeting through video conferencing from the NIC room at the District Collectorate, shared information regarding preparations and the action plan for Surguja district. Senior Superintendent of Police Shri Rajesh Agrawal, District Panchayat CEO Ms. Roma Srivastava, and nodal officers of various departments were also present.
‘Aashirwad Ka Diya’: Every Home to Light a Lamp on September 17
The campaign will begin with the “Aashirwad Ka Diya” programme. On the evening of September 17, an initiative will be undertaken to connect every family with the campaign through the lighting of lamps.
Each lamp will symbolise gratitude for 25 years of public service and the collective resolve to build Viksit Bharat-2047. Ground-level teams will visit households and motivate citizens to participate in the initiative.
‘Bharat of the Dreams of 250 Million Children’
Under the “Bharat of the Dreams of 250 Million Children” initiative, drawing and speech competitions based on the concept of Viksit Bharat and 25 years of public service will be organised in government and private schools between September 17 and October 7.
Children’s visions and ideas will be showcased through exhibitions, and outstanding participants will be felicitated.
‘Namo Seva Gatha’: Story of Service to Reach Villages
Under “Namo Seva Gatha,” street plays will be organised from September 17 onwards. Special performances are proposed at 100 prominent locations across the country on October 2.
Through music-based theatrical performances, stories of 25 years of public service, government schemes and the positive changes brought about by them will be presented to the public in a simple and emotional manner.
‘Aangan Ka Utsav’: Felicitation and Interaction with Mothers
From September 25 to October 7, “Aangan Ka Utsav” will be organised at Anganwadi centres.
With the participation of mothers and children, Anganwadi workers will be felicitated, while information regarding nutrition, maternal assistance, vaccination, and women and child welfare schemes will be provided in simple language.
Women beneficiaries will also share their experiences and stories of how government schemes have brought positive changes to their lives.
‘Kahani Badlav Ki’: Real Stories of Beneficiaries
Throughout the campaign, the “Kahani Badlav Ki” initiative will document real stories of beneficiaries who have experienced positive changes through government schemes.
Each story will include the beneficiary’s name, location, district, concerned scheme and details of the changes in their life. A digital database of these stories will also be prepared.
‘Seva Jyoti Yatra’
A public participation journey at the village, district and state levels will be organised to express gratitude for 25 years of public service and reaffirm the collective resolve towards Viksit Bharat-2047.
‘Seva Mera Yogdan’: Citizens to Participate in 25 Service Activities
From September 17 to October 17, the “Seva Mera Yogdan” initiative will provide citizens and organisations with opportunities to participate in various service activities, including cleanliness drives at rivers and ghats.
The campaign places special emphasis on citizen participation, with directions to involve elected representatives, voluntary organisations, educational institutions, self-help groups, youth, women, senior citizens and the general public.
‘Seva Setu Abhiyan’: Government at Your Doorstep
Under the “Seva Setu Abhiyan – Sarkar Aapke Dwar”, camps will be organised at the Assembly constituency and development block levels, with participation from local elected representatives.
The camps will focus on providing eligible citizens with information about various government schemes, connecting them with the schemes and providing necessary assistance.
Various Activities to Boost Public Participation
During the campaign, several activities have also been proposed, including “Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra,” “Seva Jyoti Yatra,” “Jal Jan Seva Sankalp,” “Rangoli Rashtra/Bharat Mandal,” “National Innovation Challenge,” and “Jansevak Mahakumbh – Panchayat Se Parliament.”
Under the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra, visits to transformational sites will be organised, while the Seva Jyoti Yatra is proposed to be held on October 7.
The campaign aims to transform the collective vision of Viksit Bharat-2047 into a people’s movement through widespread public participation and various service-oriented activities.
