• Historic Yamuna water pact to transform Shekhawati region
  • Shekhawati’s historic havelis and religious sites are priceless heritage
  • Preserving heritage while developing under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership
  • Heritage tourism circuit being created alongside haveli conservation
  • Inter‑state agreements steering Rajasthan toward water self‑reliance
  • Instead of buying, electricity is now being supplied to other states
  • Key expressways will strengthen the region’s connectivity
  • Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma

Jaipur, 24 October – Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma said the double‑engine government is ensuring overall development of the Shekhawati region through relief from water scarcity, better connectivity, restoration of havelis and promotion of tourism. Shekhawati’s valor, rich folk culture and historic heritage are Rajasthan’s proud identity. The hard work, honesty and dedication of its ancestors have given the area a distinctive reputation worldwide. Its historic havelis and religious sites are invaluable heritage that must be preserved for future generations. He said that, in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘development and heritage’ vision, the state government is protecting this heritage while linking it to tourism to create new employment opportunities. At the same time, work is underway with a commitment to water‑electricity supply, improved road links and investment promotion.

Chief Minister said the government is safeguarding heritage while moving toward development. He announced that on 8 December a Shekhawati Heritage Meet will be held to promote the historic heritage, havelis and tourism of Shekhawati. The aim is to connect Shekhawati migrants abroad with their motherland’s heritage conservation, tourism development and investment opportunities.

Chief Minister addressed the Shekhawati Heritage and Development Summit in Jaipur on Saturday. He urged entrepreneurs to link the new generation with businesses and industries, stating that the skill, hard work and entrepreneurial spirit of Rajasthanis are recognised worldwide. Encouraging the youth and providing them with entrepreneurship and employment opportunities is essential. He expressed confidence that collective efforts of the government, social organisations, entrepreneurs, local citizens and migrant Shekhawati residents will establish new dimensions of regional development.

From borders to the nation’s economic progress, Shekhawati’s vital contribution

He praised Shekhawati Foundation officials, heritage‑conservation workers and migrant Rajasthanis, noting that the contributions of Shekhawati entrepreneurs and Bhamashahs are significant to the country’s economic progress. In the ‘Karmabhoomi to Matrubhoomi’ campaign, migrant Rajasthanis, Bhamashahs and social institutions have also fulfilled their responsibilities.

Historic initiative for water security will benefit Shekhawati

Chief Minister said the state’s biggest need is water. Giving it top priority, the government has undertaken major agreements such as the Ram Jalsetu Link Project and the Yamuna water pact. He explained that out of the proposed works worth about ₹1 lakh crore under the Ram Jalsetu Link, work worth roughly ₹41 thousand crore has already started. The project will aid irrigation as well as drinking‑water and industrial needs.

He added that through the Yamuna water pact, work is underway to meet the water needs of Sikar, Churu and Jhunjhunu districts. Government efforts may also bring Narmada water benefits to Barmer, Sanchore, Jalore, Bhinmal and Ranavada areas. Additionally, IGNP, Kishau Dam, Firojpur feeder, Jawai water project and other schemes are being pursued to meet drinking‑water and irrigation requirements across the state.

Towards electricity self‑reliance in Rajasthan

Chief Minister said the state government is continuously working to increase power generation and make Rajasthan energy‑self‑sufficient. Broad efforts are underway to boost electricity output. Farmers and hotel operators are being encouraged to adopt solar energy. Energy self‑reliance will accelerate industrial growth, investment and job creation.

Road connectivity is speeding up development

Chief Minister said road connectivity plays a crucial role in any region’s economic progress. Accordingly, projects such as the Kotputli‑Kishangarh greenfield expressway and the Bikaner‑Kotputli expressway are under way, linking Sikar, Jhunjhunu and Churu directly to the national highway network. The routes will also ease travel between Delhi‑NCR and western Rajasthan, facilitating easier marketing of agricultural produce, lowering costs and boosting industrial activity, religious‑cultural tourism and related sectors.

Join the effort to preserve our heritage

He said Shekhawati’s heritage is not limited to havelis; every grain of the region holds historic value. The government aims to preserve the original form and traditional paintings of havelis while integrating them into tourism. He highlighted the vast potential for hotel and tourism development through Shekhawati’s historic havelis and cultural assets. The state is working to conserve 662 havelis in the region.

Chief Minister said work is also progressing to develop a heritage‑tourism circuit covering Sikar, Jhunjhunu and Churu. Local artists and craftsmen who paint and carve the havelis will receive skill training and be linked to the initiative, safeguarding traditional art and creating new jobs for youth. He appealed to residents to actively participate in preserving historic havelis and heritage.

Chief Minister mentioned the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit, stating that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, a conducive investment environment is being created in Rajasthan to realise the vision of a developed India. Through the Rising Rajasthan Investment Summit, ground‑breaking investment commitments exceeding ₹9 lakh crore have been secured out of a total of about ₹35 lakh crore. The government’s priority is to translate investment into tangible benefits for the public. Private investment could also play a vital role in the Shekhawati area, enabling better utilisation of local resources and expanding economic activity.

At the event, MLA Gopal Sharma, Vinod Goyal (National President, Shekhawati Foundation), Hari Sharma (National Coordinator), Gajanan Sharma (National General Secretary), Girdhari Kaushot (National In‑charge) and other foundation officials were present in large numbers along with the general public of the Shekhawati region.