Kumar Bahukhandi
Ganesh Ram Yadav proudly sits on his newly provided tricycle outside a government office in Dharamjaigarh, Raigarh district, after receiving mobility assistance within 24 hours following the intervention of Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai. The support is expected to significantly improve his independence and quality of life-Photo Credit-channel24india.com via CG/PR
Key factors
- Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai took immediate cognisance of a media report on Ganesh Ram Yadav’s plight.
- A tricycle was delivered within just 24 hours, despite the intervention taking place on a government holiday.
- The Social Welfare Department and district administration coordinated rapid assistance through Janpad Panchayat Dharamjaigarh.
- Ganesh Ram, disabled since birth, had been crawling on his hands for mobility due to financial hardship.
- The family also benefits from disability pension, PDS food grains, and the Mahtari Vandan Yojana.
- The initiative highlights the state’s emphasis on responsive, compassionate, and citizen-centric governance.
Government Delivers Tricycle Within a Day After Chief Minister Takes Immediate Cognisance of a Heart-Rending Report; Welfare Schemes Bring Hope to a Family in Need
Raipur: A touching example of responsive governance unfolded in Chhattisgarh after Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai acted swiftly on a media report highlighting the plight of Ganesh Ram Yadav, a differently-abled resident of Kamosindand village in Dharamjaigarh block of Raigarh district. Within just 24 hours, the state administration ensured that a tricycle reached him, restoring not only his mobility but also his dignity and hope for a more independent life.
The remarkable turnaround came after a photograph of Ganesh Ram, who has been physically disabled since birth, showed him crawling on his hands to carry out daily activities because he could not afford a tricycle. Deeply moved by the report, the Chief Minister immediately directed district authorities to provide all possible assistance without delay.
Administration Worked Even on a Government Holiday
Despite Sunday on July 12 , 2026 being a government holiday, officials from the Social Welfare Department and the district administration sprang into action. Through the Janpad Panchayat, Dharamjaigarh, the process of arranging and delivering the tricycle was completed within a single day.
Officials visited Ganesh Ram’s residence to assess the family’s situation. As he was away from home at the time, the tricycle was handed over to his elder brother, Vichitra Yadav, with instructions to ensure that it reached Ganesh Ram immediately upon his return.
The prompt action has been widely appreciated as an example of a people-centric administration responding with urgency and compassion.
A Journey Marked by Hardship
For years, Ganesh Ram navigated rough village roads and hilly terrain using only his hands, making even the shortest journey physically exhausting. His inability to access a mobility aid severely restricted his movement, limiting his access to healthcare facilities, banks, government offices, and other essential services.
The newly provided tricycle is expected to dramatically improve his daily life, enabling him to travel independently, perform routine tasks with ease, and participate more actively in social and community life.
Family Expresses Gratitude
Receiving the tricycle brought visible relief to Ganesh Ram’s family.
His elder brother, Vichitra Yadav, himself a person with disabilities, thanked the Chief Minister and district administration for responding so quickly. He said the assistance would bring a meaningful change to Ganesh Ram’s life by reducing his physical hardships and restoring his confidence.
Ganesh Ram’s sister-in-law, Smt. Chandravati, informed officials that both brothers have been differently abled since birth and that she is also living with a disability. The family currently receives support through multiple government welfare schemes.
According to the administration:
- Both brothers receive monthly disability pension.
- The family regularly receives subsidised food grains through the Public Distribution System (PDS).
- They are also beneficiaries of the Mahtari Vandan Yojana, providing additional financial support to the household.
Governance with Compassion
The swift intervention has strengthened public confidence in the state’s commitment to responsive governance. Villagers praised the administration for acting with urgency, noting that timely assistance in genuine cases reflects a government that prioritises compassion alongside efficient service delivery.
For Ganesh Ram Yadav, the tricycle represents far more than a mobility aid—it marks the beginning of a life with greater independence, dignity, and opportunity.
