Maharajganj DM Santosh Kumar Sharma sets new record, gets honoured by CM Yogi; Here’s why

Maharajganj DM receives special recognition from CM Yogi for outstanding work

Lucknow: Maharajganj District Magistrate Santosh Kumar Sharma was honoured by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow for his performance under the Cooperative Maha Abhiyan. The award was presented during the Sahkar Yuva Sammelan held in the state capital.

The district was recognised for meeting targets set under the state-level cooperative campaign and for enrolling the highest number of new members in cooperative societies. Officials said Maharajganj’s performance stood out among districts across Uttar Pradesh.

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Recognition at Sahkar Yuva Sammelan

Addressing the event, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said cooperatives play an important role in strengthening the rural economy and promoting self-reliance. He noted that increased participation of youth has helped expand the cooperative movement and cited Maharajganj as an example of effective implementation.

State officials present at the event said the recognition was based on data submitted by districts during the campaign period.

Campaign Implemented Across the District

The Cooperative Maha Abhiyan was implemented across Maharajganj under the supervision of the district administration. As part of the campaign, awareness programmes were organised to encourage farmers, youth, self-help groups and rural residents to join cooperative societies.

Village-level registration camps were conducted to facilitate enrolment. Officials said these measures contributed to a rise in membership and improved outreach of cooperative institutions in rural areas.

Administrative Outreach Initiatives

In addition to the cooperative campaign, the district administration organised gram chaupals and public interaction programmes in various villages. These initiatives aimed at addressing local grievances and improving access to government services. Health-related activities were also conducted during some of these outreach programmes, benefiting a large number of residents.

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DM Responds After Felicitation

After receiving the honour, DM Santosh Kumar Sharma said the recognition reflected the collective efforts of the district administration, officials of the cooperative department, and residents of Maharajganj. He said the administration would continue efforts to strengthen cooperatives as a means of supporting farmers and generating opportunities for youth.

State-Level Acknowledgement

Officials said the objective of the Cooperative Maha Abhiyan is to expand cooperative membership, strengthen rural livelihoods and enhance employment opportunities through cooperative institutions. Maharajganj’s performance during the campaign has been cited as a reference point for other districts.