BRICS chairmanship is a testimony to India's growing global reputation and leadership capabilities: Chief Minister

India's leadership will further strengthen the voice of the Global South

Raipur, September 2026/ Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai said that under the strong and visionary leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, India has emerged as a credible and influential power on the global stage. Assuming the BRICS chairmanship and hosting the 18th BRICS Summit in 2026 is a testament to India's growing global reputation and leadership capabilities.

Chief Minister Shri Sai said that this is a moment of pride for every Indian. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Modi, India is not only strongly advancing its national interests but also giving a strong voice to the aspirations of developing countries and the Global South on global platforms.

He said that India's BRICS presidency, with the theme of "Building Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation, and Sustainability," is an important opportunity to give new impetus to global cooperation, innovation, and sustainable development. India's vision has always been to take the world along and chart new paths for shared progress.

The Chief Minister said that India has always taken a clear and firm stand against terrorism on global platforms. Furthermore, India's model of transforming the lives of ordinary people through digital public infrastructure, financial inclusion, and technology is becoming an inspiration for the world. Platforms like BRICS are important vehicles for sharing these experiences and development potential.

Mr. Sai said that India's growing global role under Prime Minister Modi's leadership is also bringing new investment, technology, innovation, and employment opportunities to the country and states. In line with the commitment to a developed India, Chhattisgarh is also moving rapidly towards building a developed Chhattisgarh.

Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai congratulated and wished Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on India's BRICS presidency and expressed confidence that India's leadership will play a key role in strengthening global cooperation, empowering the voice of the Global South and paving new paths for shared prosperity.

Citizens should not face any problem in commuting on the roads under construction during the rainy season: Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai

Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai instructed all the collectors to personally inspect the site and ensure that the roads remain motorable even during the monsoon.

After the rainy season, speed up the work on the roads under construction, complete the road construction work in a timely manner – Chief Minister Shri Sai

Raipur, September 2026/ Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai has taken seriously the problems being faced by citizens in commuting due to the roads under construction during the rainy season in the state.

Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai took cognizance of a viral video showing the inconvenience being faced by citizens due to the poor condition of the road at Kharsia Chowk in Ambikapur city. Chief Minister Shri Sai spoke with Surguja Collector Shri Ajit Vasant over the phone to inquire about the situation. He directed the Collector to immediately inspect the road and ensure necessary repairs.

Chief Minister Shri Sai has ordered the filling of large potholes on the Kharsia Chowk road, necessary leveling, and improved drainage. He directed that in areas with heavy traffic, coordination with the police and traffic departments should be ensured to ensure safe and uninterrupted traffic.

Chief Minister Shri Sai has directed all the District Collectors to regularly monitor the status of roads under construction in their districts, personally visit the spot and inspect as per requirement and ensure that the roads remain motorable by coordinating with the concerned departments and construction agencies.

Chief Minister Shri Sai has asked all district collectors to exercise special vigilance regarding road safety during the rainy season. Where road damage, construction work, erosion around bridges, waterlogging, or any other reason threatens to disrupt traffic or cause accidents, immediate protective measures should be taken. Warning signs, barricades, and safe alternative traffic arrangements should also be ensured as needed.

Chief Minister Shri Sai has given clear instructions that citizens should not face unnecessary difficulties in commuting due to poor road conditions in any area during the monsoon. Where construction work is underway or roads have been damaged by rain, all necessary interim repairs, including pothole filling, leveling, and drainage, should be undertaken on priority. Despite the practical difficulties associated with weather-related construction, every necessary measure should be taken to ensure that the roads remain passable.

Chief Minister Mr. Sai said that whether the road belongs to the National Highway, the Public Works Department, a municipal body, or any other agency, the district administration should ensure prompt resolution of the problem by establishing effective coordination with the concerned department. Collectors should identify major roads with high traffic pressure and routes under construction in their districts and regularly review their status.

Chief Minister Shri Sai directed that ongoing and approved road works be expedited as soon as the rainy season ends. By developing a work plan with construction agencies, road construction and permanent repairs should be completed within the stipulated timeframe with quality. He said that to ensure that road construction works do not cause long-term inconvenience to the public, continuous monitoring of construction work should be done and timely implementation should be ensured.

A 17-member student delegation from Ehime University, Japan, paid a courtesy call on Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai.

Chief Minister holds cordial dialogue with Japanese students: Introduces them to the historical and cultural heritage of Chhattisgarh

The state government is making continuous efforts to give global recognition to the rich heritage of the state including Sirpur.

Japanese students impressed by NIT Raipur's startups and technological innovations

Raipur, September 2026/ A 17-member student delegation from Ehime University, Japan, paid a courtesy call on Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai at the Chief Minister's residence office in the capital, Raipur. Chief Minister Shri Sai had a cordial conversation with the students who had come to Chhattisgarh on a three-day educational tour under the India-Japan Inter-Exchange Programme. During this, various topics were discussed, including the historical and cultural relations between India and Japan, Buddhist heritage, education, research, technological innovation, startups and the increasing dialogue between the youth of both countries.

Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai, while warmly welcoming the Japanese students to Chhattisgarh, said that the friendship between India and Japan is deeply rooted in the ancient cultural and spiritual heritage of both countries. Over time, this relationship has expanded beyond culture and spirituality to encompass numerous areas of education, science, technology, innovation, and economic cooperation.

The Chief Minister said that India and Japan today play a vital role in global development, blending tradition and modernity beautifully. The two countries share a strong foundation of mutual trust and respect. This kind of educational and cultural exchange between youth and students will further strengthen this relationship for generations to come.

Chief Minister Shri Sai said that India is the land of Lord Buddha. His message of peace, compassion, friendship, and human welfare has influenced many countries around the world, and the culture of Japan also reflects the deep influence of Buddhist philosophy. This shared spiritual heritage binds India and Japan together through a unique cultural bond.

Informing the Japanese students about Chhattisgarh's rich archaeological heritage, he mentioned important sites such as Sirpur, Mainpat, and Bhongapal. Chief Minister Shri Sai said that Sirpur, located on the banks of the Mahanadi River, is a wonderful center of Chhattisgarh's ancient civilization, art, architecture, and Buddhist heritage. The archaeological remains found here tell the story of the state's glorious history and the integration of various cultures.

Chief Minister Shri Sai said that the state government is continuously striving to give Chhattisgarh's historical, archaeological, and cultural heritage a new identity in the country and the world. Planned efforts are also being made to develop Sirpur as a world-class historical and tourist destination. Our endeavor is to encourage students, researchers, and tourists from various countries to visit Chhattisgarh, learn about its heritage, and establish a lasting connection of knowledge and culture with the state.

Chief Minister shares his experiences of Japan visit

Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai also shared his experiences from his visit to Japan with the students. He praised Japan's disciplined work culture, technological advancements, and respect for its traditions. The Chief Minister said that the way Japan has preserved its cultural identity while making remarkable progress in modern science and technology is inspiring.

He said that India, while retaining its thousands of years of civilization and cultural values, is rapidly advancing towards modern technology, innovation, and a knowledge-based economy. Therefore, the growing dialogue between the youth of India and Japan is crucial for the future of relations between the two countries.

Education and technology will open up new possibilities for collaboration.

On the evening of 17th September, the birthday of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, a call was made to light a 'lamp of blessings' in every home.

Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai appealed to the people of the state to join the work of service, cleanliness, environmental protection and helping the needy.

May the 'Lamp of Blessings' become a symbol of service, public welfare and resolve for a developed India, along with best wishes for the healthy and long life of the Prime Minister: Chief Minister Shri Sai

Raipur, September 2026/ Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai has appealed to the people of the state to join the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' to be organised from September 17 to October 17 with full enthusiasm and affinity.

In his appeal to the people of the state, Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai said that the country's illustrious Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has dedicated 25 years of his public life to national and public service. In view of Prime Minister Shri Modi's birthday on September 17th, a "Seva Sankalp Abhiyan" is being organized across the country from September 17th to October 17th.

Chief Minister Shri Sai said that service is an integral part of Chhattisgarh's culture and values. Every citizen of the state should participate in this campaign and make it a widespread celebration of public service and public participation. The Chief Minister said that this campaign is an opportunity to spread the spirit of service to every person and to fulfill our responsibilities towards society and the nation through participation. He urged the people of the state to take active part in works related to cleanliness, environmental protection, assistance to the needy and public service in their villages, cities and surrounding areas and to connect as many people as possible with this campaign.

Chief Minister Shri Sai said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, poverty alleviation and development schemes have brought positive change to the lives of millions of families. Basic amenities like permanent housing, clean drinking water, electricity, roads, improved health and education have expanded. At the heart of every development achievement are the fulfillment of ordinary citizens' dreams, their increased self-confidence, and the prosperity they bring to life.

Light the 'Diya of Blessings' on the evening of 17th September

Chief Minister Shri Sai also made a special and heartfelt appeal to the people of the state on the birthday of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. He said that on September 17th, at 7 pm, every family should light a 'lamp of blessings' in their homes and also involve nearby beneficiary families in this initiative.

The Chief Minister said that this lamp should be a symbol of the good wishes of the people of Chhattisgarh for the healthy and long life of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and also a symbol of the collective resolve for service, public welfare and building a developed India.

He said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Modi, the country has gained new energy to move forward by linking poverty welfare and development with public participation. In keeping with this spirit, during the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, every section of society should perform some form of service according to their capacity. Only when the spirit of service is combined with public participation does it become a medium for widespread and lasting change in society.

Chief Minister Shri Sai said that Chhattisgarh is committed to ensuring its strong participation in building a developed India. The resolve for a developed India will only be realized when our villages develop, cities progress, and every family joins the mainstream of development. The Seva Sankalp Abhiyan is an opportunity to further strengthen this collective resolve.

The Chief Minister appealed to the people of the state, saying, "Come, let us all make the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' a celebration of public participation in Chhattisgarh. By engaging in works of service and public welfare, let us ensure a developed Chhattisgarh's strong participation in building a developed India."

Chhattisgarh Tourism Board organised a special heritage tour for a 17-member international delegation.

Visit to major archaeological sites including Laxman Temple, Anand Prabhu Kuti Vihar, Swastika Vihar, Tivardev Mahavihara

Initiative to give new identity to Sirpur in global academic and tourism dialogue

Raipur, September 2026/ In a significant initiative towards getting Chhattisgarh's rich historical, cultural and archaeological heritage recognised globally, the Chhattisgarh Tourism Board organised a special heritage tour for a 17-member international delegation from Ehime University, Matsuyama, Japan. The Japanese delegation, hosted by NIT Raipur from 12 to 14 September 2026 for the purpose of academic and research collaboration, visited the ancient historical city of Sirpur on 14 September and got to know closely the heritage of Chhattisgarh, which shows a wonderful synthesis of Buddhist, Hindu and Jain culture.

As the primary hospitality and event partner, the Chhattisgarh Tourism Board arranged a special heritage tour of Sirpur for the international guests. Expert local guides were hired to introduce the delegation to Sirpur's historical background, architecture, archaeological significance, and religious-cultural diversity. Special hospitality and dining arrangements were also made to accommodate the Japanese guests' culinary preferences.

Sirpur – A Wonderful Confluence of History, Religion and Architecture

Situated on the banks of the Mahanadi River, Sirpur was known as Shripur in ancient times and held an important position as the capital of Dakshina Kosala. Archaeological excavations in present-day Sirpur have revealed a vast array of Buddhist monasteries, Hindu temples, Jain remains, and other ancient structures. Numerous archaeological remains related to Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain traditions are present here.

The Japanese delegation visited the major heritage sites of this historic city, gaining an understanding of its architectural traditions and ancient cultural life. For them, this visit was not merely a tourist activity, but a vibrant experience of academic, cultural, and heritage dialogue between India and Japan.

Laxman Temple – Amazing architectural art carved in bricks

The main attraction of the delegation's visit was the Lakshmana Temple. Dating back to around the seventh century, this temple is considered one of the finest ancient brick temples in India. The temple's architecture, ornamentation, and intricate brickwork showcase the architectural art of Sirpur. The temple complex also houses numerous statues and relics of archaeological significance. The delegation members observed the temple's structure, architectural features, including the sanctum sanctorum, antarala, and mandapa, and learned about the temple's historical and cultural context from a local guide.

Anand Prabhu Kuti Vihar told about the Buddhist splendor of Sirpur

The delegation then visited the Ananda Prabhu Kuti Vihara, one of Sirpur's major Buddhist archaeological sites. The Vihara's architecture features rooms arranged around a central courtyard and beautifully carved architectural elements. The Buddha statue and artifacts related to Padmapani Avalokiteshvara add to its Buddhist heritage. Available archaeological records indicate that the monastery once housed a 14-room monastery complex.

Japanese students and researchers learned about ancient Buddhist teachings, monastic life, and architectural traditions here. This site was particularly significant for them, as Buddhist philosophy and art have a profound influence on Japan's own cultural tradition.

Visited and worshipped Vighnaharta seated in Gol Bazaar, prayed for the happiness, prosperity and well-being of the state.

Raipur September 2026/ On the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, the historic Gol Bazaar of the capital Raipur was filled with the devotion of Ganpati Bappa and the joy of celebration. Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai reached Gol Bazaar tonight and after seeing the Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles, installed here by Shri Bajrang Navyuvak Mitra Mandal Ganeshotsav Samiti, he worshipped him with due rituals. The Chief Minister prayed to Lord Ganesha for happiness, peace, prosperity and well-being in the lives of every family of Chhattisgarh.

Chief Minister Shri Sai crowned Lord Shri Ganesha, seated in the Ganeshotsav pandal near the Hanuman Temple at Gol Bazaar, and performed puja with a tilak. He performed aarti of Lord Ganesha amid chanting of mantras and sought blessings from Vighnavinayak for the state's progress, prosperity, and a happy life for the people of the state.

On this occasion, Chief Minister Shri Sai said that Lord Shri Ganesha is the first worshipped deity, the remover of obstacles, and the bringer of good fortune. Ganeshotsav, besides being an important festival of our faith and culture, also symbolizes our rich tradition that binds society together. He said that with the blessings of Lord Ganesha, Chhattisgarh continues to progress on the path of development and prosperity, and that he wishes that every household in the state be filled with happiness and prosperity.

The Chief Minister praised the glorious tradition of Ganeshotsav, which has been going on continuously for 117 years in Gol Bazaar. He said that keeping a cultural tradition alive through faith and social participation from generation to generation is special in itself. Such traditions not only preserve our cultural heritage but also connect the new generation to our culture and social values.

It is noteworthy that for the past 117 years, the Shri Bajrang Navayuvak Mitra Mandal Ganeshotsav Samiti has been installing the idol of Lord Ganesha on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi near the Hanuman Temple in the historic Gol Bazaar of the capital. Due to its grandeur and attractive appearance, the Ganesh idol installed here remains a major center of faith and attraction for devotees not only in Gol Bazaar but throughout Raipur. During Ganeshotsav, a large number of devotees reach here to have darshan and worship Lord Ganesha.

Upon Chief Minister Shri Sai's arrival at Gol Bazaar, officials of the Ganeshotsav Committee, local merchants, and citizens gave him a warm welcome. Amid the auspicious sound of drums and chants of Ganpati Bappa, the Chief Minister was greeted with garlands of flowers. Committee officials welcomed him by garlanding him with elephant figurines. The entire area was filled with the joy and devotion of Ganeshotsav.

After visiting and worshipping Lord Ganesha, Chief Minister Shri Sai visited the more than 150-year-old Hanuman Temple located in Gol Bazaar. He visited and worshipped Lord Hanuman here, praying for the happiness, prosperity, and well-being of the people of the state. The Chief Minister expressed his reverence for this ancient religious and cultural heritage of the capital.

On this occasion, Raipur MP Shri Brijmohan Agrawal, Shri Shrichand Sundarani, Shri Kedar Gupta, Shri Chhagan Mundada, Shri Amarjeet Chhabra along with officials of Ganeshotsav Committee, local public representatives, businessmen and a large number of devotees were present.

Raipur . Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai, in the context of the proposed Seva Sankalp Abhiyan across the country from September 17 to October 17, on the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's completion of 25 years of service in public life, has said that Prime Minister Modi's 25 years of public service is a journey of service, good governance, determination and results. This is a journey of extraordinary efforts of a person coming from an ordinary family. Sai was addressing an important press conference called at the BJP state office located in Kushabhau Thackeray complex here on Saturday.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's public life is inspiring to us.
Chief Minister Sai said that the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan is an expression of gratitude from the millions of families whose lives have been positively transformed by Prime Minister Modi's schemes. Modi's public life is inspiring to us. He is engaged in nation-building with commitment and integrity. Only with his discipline, dedication, and a spirit of service to the public can he succeed in his objectives.

Discussing Modi's special affinity with Chhattisgarh, Sai said that when he was an organizational official, he frequently traveled to remote areas like Bastar. As Chief Minister of Gujarat, he also shared experiences with Chhattisgarh on many development fronts. During his 25 years of public service, the Prime Minister has accomplished many historic public welfare works. In the past decade, approximately 250 million people in the country have been lifted out of extreme poverty. This demonstrates the profound change that the welfare schemes for the poor, based on Prime Minister Modi's vision, have brought about. Poor welfare has been the hallmark of this era. Through the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana, 810 million people in the country are receiving free food grains.

Tap water is reaching 41 lakh 50 thousand rural families of Chhattisgarh.

Chief Minister Sai said that under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, more than Rs 11,277 crore has been transferred directly to the accounts of 25.51 lakh farmers of Chhattisgarh. Modi has also brought a big change in the lives of women. Under the Ujjwala Yojana, about 39 lakh 54 thousand women of Chhattisgarh got freedom from smoke. Jal Jeevan Mission has reduced another big problem of mothers and sisters. Tap water is reaching 41 lakh 50 thousand rural families of Chhattisgarh. Underlining the special importance of the Prime Minister's sensitivity towards the tribal society, Sai said that for the first time the country got a woman President from the tribal society in the form of Mrs. Draupadi Murmu.

On the Prime Minister's initiative, the birth anniversary of Lord Birsa Munda was recognized as Tribal Pride Day. This reflects his deep respect for tribal identity. Similarly, through the Dharti Aba Janjati Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan, work is being done for the overall development of 6,691 tribal villages in Chhattisgarh. Sai said that the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana has made the dream of a permanent home for poor families come true. About 1600 houses are being constructed every day in Chhattisgarh. The PM Janman Yojana has provided basic amenities to more than 56 thousand PVTG families.

Raipur. Under the direction of Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai and the guidance of Collector Dr. Gaurav Singh, the Raipur District Administration is continuously providing guidance to candidates for the CGPSC State Service Examination as part of 'Project Anubhav' to better prepare for the interview. In this sequence, a free mock interview was conducted today for 19 candidates at the Leadership Sadhana Center, Fundhar.

In the mock interview, experienced officers of the Administrative Service, retired officers, academics, and experts from various fields served as panel members to interview candidates. The experts assessed candidates' personality traits, confidence, communication style, subject knowledge, understanding of current events, and administrative perspectives. Following the interview, candidates were provided with individualized feedback regarding their shortcomings and the improvements needed to improve their performance.

Experienced experts took the mock interview. The panel of the mock interview included retired IAS officer Sanjay Alang, IAS and CEO Zila Panchayat Kumar Vishwaranjan, Director Sports and Youth Welfare Akanksha Singh, Additional Collector Kirtiman Singh Rathore, Joint Collector KM Agarwal, retired ADM SL Nayak, writer and retired ADM Sanjeev Bakshi, retired Joint Director Rahul Singh, Bhuwal Singh, Professor Brij Kishore Prasad, Deputy Director Finance BK Nayak, CTO Aabhas Singh Thakur, GM DIC Amay Tripathi and Deputy Collector Swapnil Verma along with experts.

Raipur. The monsoon continues to impact Chhattisgarh, and rain is lashing many parts of the state. Due to an active weather system and the monsoon trough over Bastar, intermittent rainfall occurred in several areas, including Raipur, on Saturday. The Meteorological Department has predicted rain in Raipur, Durg, and Bastar divisions on Sunday as well. However, as the current system advances, rainfall activity may weaken from Monday. In the first 12 days of September, two weather systems were active in the state, resulting in approximately 84 mm of rain in the state and 97.6 mm in Raipur district. The current system's impact was greatest in the Bastar region, but its effects were also felt in Raipur and Durg divisions. Following Saturday night's rain, the weather remained clear for some time in the morning, before suddenly becoming overcast and light to heavy rain began in various areas.

According to data from the past 24 hours, Dhanora in Kondagaon recorded 140 mm of rainfall, while Bastar received 100 mm of rain. Makdi, Bhanpuri, Ambagarh Chowki, and Chhura recorded 80 mm of rainfall each. Several locations, including Farasgaon, Mohla, Balod, Charama, Bastanar, and Gadiras, recorded approximately 70 mm of rainfall each. The capital, Raipur, received approximately 2 cm of rain by 5:30 pm. Weather experts predict a gradual decrease in monsoon activity in the coming days, but the rains are unlikely to stop completely as the trough remains in a normal position. Last September, Raipur district recorded 284 mm of rainfall, and this year's figures are expected to be around that level.

Dhamtari. Due to continuous rainfall, water levels in the district's major reservoirs are rising rapidly. By 9 pm on September 12th, the Murumsilli reservoir was completely filled, while Gangrel was 97.16 percent full, Dudhawa 94.55 percent full, and Sondur 75.87 percent full. The inflow into Gangrel has reached 34,282 cusecs, and approximately the same amount is being released to maintain the water level. Through the Rudri Barrage, 5,000 cusecs of water is being released into the Mahanadi Main Canal and 29,282 cusecs into the Mahanadi. The administration stated that the release may be increased if rainfall and inflows increase. Meanwhile, 2,567 cusecs of water is reaching Murumsilli, 3,040 cusecs in Dudhawa, and 2,307 cusecs in Sondur. In view of the continuously increasing inflow, surveillance has been increased in the low-lying areas and villages situated on the river banks.

Due to the large amount of water released into the Mahanadi River, the river's water level and flow are expected to increase. In view of this, the administration has appealed to people living along the river banks to exercise caution and has instructed field staff to constantly monitor the situation. People have been asked to avoid going near rivers, streams, and waterlogged areas, not to cross fast-flowing water, and to keep children and the elderly away from such areas. In case of a flood or waterlogging situation, people have been advised to move to safe and higher places designated by the administration. Officials have appealed to the public not to believe rumors and to follow the administration's instructions in case of an emergency.

Raipur. A two-day National Conference on Building and Other Construction Workers (BOCW) was inaugurated in Mumbai with the aim of strengthening the welfare, social security and workers' interests. The conference, held from September 11th to 12th, 2026, is discussing in detail the safe, dignified and prosperous future of construction workers across the country.

This national conference was attended by Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of State Smt. Shobha Karandlaje, Labour Minister of Madhya Pradesh Prahlad Singh Patel and Labour Secretary of Chhattisgarh Him Shikhar Gupta along with senior officials and representatives from various states.

Chhattisgarh was represented at the conference by Dr. Rampratap Singh, Chairman of the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, and Girish Ramteke, Board Secretary. During the conference, various states shared experiences regarding welfare schemes, best practices, and new innovations implemented for the benefit of workers. Furthermore, future strategies are being developed to maximize the benefits of social security schemes for construction workers and ensure their effective implementation. This event is considered a major step toward making the social security system for the country's construction workers more effective and accessible.

Raipur. Chhattisgarh Chief Secretary Vikassheel today held a high-level meeting of the acting secretaries of all the state government departments at the Secretariat (Mahanadi Bhawan). He thoroughly reviewed the implementation of departmental plans and the progress of important tasks. The Chief Secretary gave clear instructions that the cases of retiring officers and employees should be resolved before their retirement. For this, the secretaries were instructed to prepare a department-wise periodic list.

At the meeting, instructions were given to prepare a setup for vacant positions and complete the recruitment process expeditiously for backlogged positions in the departments. Furthermore, the Chief Secretary directed all secretaries to regularly monitor the implementation of their respective departmental plans.

Public Service Guarantee and other portals

The meeting reviewed schemes related to Public Service Guarantee, Right to Information, Seva Setu, PM Pragati Portal, e-Pragati, de-regulation, and rural development. It was reported that approximately 728 services have been notified so far under the Public Service Guarantee Act.

Mandatory iGOT training for employees

Instructions were given to provide training to officers and employees as per the department's requirements under the iGOT (iGOT Karmayogi) platform. Each officer and employee will be required to complete one to three training courses per month.

Reform Celebration Campaign

The Chief Secretary asked the officials to prepare information on reforms related to the departments, which will be displayed in the Reform Utsav campaign to be organised in the coming days.

Registration on My Young India Portal

Instructions were given to ensure 100% registration of youth aged 15 to 29 in the state's schools and colleges on the Union Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs' My Youth India (MY Bharat) portal. District coordinators and principals have been asked to work in coordination with each other to achieve this goal.

Present in the meeting were Additional Chief Secretary, Forest and Climate Change Department, Manoj Kumar Pingua, Principal Secretary, Home and Jail Department, Smt. Niharika Barik Singh, Principal Secretary, Urban Administration Development Department, Smt. Sonamoni Bora, Principal Secretary, Women and Child Development Department, Smt. Shehla Nigar, Secretary, Finance and Public Relations Department, Dr. Rohit Yadav, Secretary, Mineral Resources Department and Secretary to the Chief Minister, P. Dayanand, Secretary, School Education Department, Dr. Kamalpreet Singh, Secretary, Information and Technology Department, Ankit Anand, Secretary, Tourism and Culture Department, Dr. S. Bharatidasan, Secretary, Food Department, Ms. Reena Baba Saheb Kangale, Secretary, Health Department, Amit Kataria, Secretary, Energy Department, Sarang Mittal, Secretary, Labour Department, Himshikhar Gupta, Secretary, Transport Department, S. Prakash, Secretary, Revenue and Disaster Management Department, Smt. Shammi Abidi, Secretary, Public Health Engineering Department, Mohammad Qaiser Abdul Haq and senior officers of other departments of the State Government.

Hundreds of hectares of area will get water

Raipur. The Chhattisgarh government's Water Resources Department has issued administrative approval of ₹16.03 lakh (163.38 lakh) for four major irrigation schemes in Raipur and Gariaband districts to provide better irrigation facilities to farmers. This approval was granted by the Water Resources Department Ministry (Mahanadi Bhawan) to the Chief Engineer, Mahanadi Godavari Basin, Water Resources Department, Raipur.

With the approved amount, the work of lining, repair and restoration of canals will be done, which will improve water management in the area and will boost agricultural production. Among the approved schemes, Rs 4 crore 99 lakh 15 thousand has been approved for Gujra Diversion Scheme (Raipur), with this approved amount, after completion of canal lining and restoration work, irrigation facility will be provided to 141 hectare area. Similarly, with the approved amount of Rs 2 crore 2 lakh 50 thousand for Patora Diversion Scheme (Gariaband), 84.27 hectare agricultural land will get the benefit of irrigation water from the top renovation and canal lining work.

Rs 4 crore 66 lakh has been approved for Ganiyari Reservoir Scheme (Gariaband). With this approved amount, the work of renovation, repair of waste wear, remodeling of main canal and cement concrete lining will be done. This will develop irrigation capacity in 144 hectare area. Rs 4 crore 35 lakh 73 thousand has been approved for Thakurdev Reservoir Scheme (Gariaband). With this approved amount, the work of renovation, repair and lining of the head, main canal and branch canals will be done, due to this 80 hectare area will get the benefit of irrigation facility.

Durg. A coordination meeting was held today in the District Panchayat meeting hall between public representatives and administrative officials regarding the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, scheduled to be held in the district from September 17th to October 17th, 2026. Chaired by Lalit Chandrakar, Vice Chairman of the Chhattisgarh State Rural and Other Backward Classes Area Development Authority and Durg Rural MLA, the meeting was attended by Surendra Kaushik, Purushottam Dewangan, Mrs. Chandrika Chandrakar, Mrs. Sarita Mishra, Vinod Arora, and Vinod Sinha, along with other public representatives, the District Panchayat CEO and the campaign's nodal officer, B.K. Dubey, along with all departmental nodal officers and assistant nodal officers. Under the campaign, opinions were sought regarding dates and other aspects of the 12 different aspects: Ashirwad Diya, Bharat Mere Sapno Ka Chitra Seva, Namo Seva Ankahi Kahaniyan, Anand Milan Seva, Kahani Seva, Seva Sankalp Yatra, Seva Jyoti Kalash Yatra, Service Mera Yogdan, Jan-Jan Seva Sankalp, Seva Setu Abhiyan, Service Ke Rang Rashtra Ke Sang, and Sushasan Seva Samvad. The public representatives presented their suggestions for the event and assured the officials of working in coordination.

Durg. The preliminary eligible and ineligible list of candidates for 12 different posts has been released under the contract recruitment process under the National Health Mission (NHM), Durg. Candidates can submit claims and objections regarding the released list through online medium till 24 September 2026. According to the information received from the Chief Medical and Health Officer's office, an advertisement was published for a total of 18 different contract posts under the date 16 July 2026. Of these, the preliminary eligible-ineligible list for 12 posts - Psychologist Clinical, Program Associate NTEP, Social Worker, STS, Lab Supervisor, TBHV, Dental Assistant, MPW-Male, Ophthalmic Assistant, ANM, Ward Assistant and Attendant and Security Guard has been uploaded on the portal. Candidates can login using their registration ID and password by visiting  the link provided on  the district's official website  www.durg.gov.in or directly on the portal https://govthealth.cg.gov.in/RecDurgCont2026/  . Candidates can submit their claims and objections online through the link available after login until 5:30 PM on September 24, 2026. Claims and objections sent after the due date and time, or through any other means such as offline, post or email, will not be accepted. Detailed details and list are available on the district's official website.

*Every eligible family should get full ration on time, there should be no negligence at any level: Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai*

*Instructions for regular monitoring of ration distribution in settlements of Special Backward Tribes*

*The Chief Minister took seriously the complaint of Pahadi Korwa families not getting ration in Amanara*

*Information obtained from Raigarh Collector Mr. Mayank Chaturvedi over phone, instructions to provide ration immediately to eligible families*

*The concerned ration shop was suspended after the complaint was found to be true, and an alternative arrangement was made with the ration shop in Chidori.*

*The Chief Minister said – Food Department and District Administration should ensure that such cases do not recur*

Raipur, September 11, 2026/ Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai has said that it should be ensured that every eligible family receives its full ration on time through the public distribution system. In particular, families from the Special Backward Tribes, including the Pahari Korwa, and those living in remote areas, should not face any difficulties in obtaining rations. If negligence or irregularities are found in ration distribution, responsibility should be fixed and immediate action should be taken.

Chief Minister Shri Sai, while instructing officials to regularly monitor the public distribution system, said that it is the responsibility of the concerned officials to ensure that the food grains provided by the government reach the actual beneficiaries in the prescribed quantity and on time. Officials should monitor the availability and distribution of rations in settlements of particularly backward tribes with extra sensitivity.

Chief Minister Shri Sai took seriously the complaint of Pahadi Korwa families in Amanara village, within the Dharamjaigarh area of ​​Raigarh district, not receiving rations. He spoke with Raigarh Collector Shri Mayank Chaturvedi over the phone, inquiring about the entire matter, and directed that rations be immediately made available to the affected eligible families.

The Chief Minister asked the Collector to thoroughly investigate the distribution records related to the complaint and ensure that no eligible family is deprived of their entitled food grains. If any irregularities are discovered by comparing the distribution recorded on the e-POS machine with the food grains actually distributed to beneficiaries, action should be taken against those responsible as per the rules.

District Collector Mr. Mayank Chaturvedi informed Chief Minister Mr. Sai that an investigation was conducted as soon as the complaint was made. The investigation found the complaint to be true and the concerned ration shop has been suspended. Furthermore, to ensure that hill Korwa families and other beneficiaries do not face any disruption in receiving rations, they have been linked to the Chidori ration shop as an alternative arrangement.

Chief Minister Shri Sai directed that, along with taking necessary action in this matter, the district's public distribution system be continuously monitored to prevent a recurrence of such a situation. Timely and quality ration distribution should be ensured to every beneficiary.

The Chief Minister said that delivering the benefits of public welfare schemes to the last person in a smooth, transparent, and timely manner is a priority of our good governance government. Officials should work with sensitivity, promptness, and accountability to ensure that every eligible family receives their rights without any obstacles.

*Delay in development works will not be tolerated, ensure quality work within the stipulated time frame: Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai*

*Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai directed all the District Collectors to ensure regular monitoring of the construction works*

*The Chief Minister took seriously the problems being faced by children and villagers due to the bridge under construction in Khambhatha*

*Information obtained from Gariaband Collector over phone, instructions to complete the bridge construction within the stipulated time frame*

*Assured to make immediate arrangements for safe alternative transportation for school children and villagers*

*Instructions to immediately remove exposed rods, potholes and other hazards at the construction site*

Raipur, September 11, 2026/ Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai has said that it is the responsibility of the concerned officials to ensure quality and timely completion of development and construction projects related to public services in the state. Unnecessary delays and negligence in construction work will not be tolerated. Officials should regularly monitor ongoing projects and, wherever the pace of work is slow, immediately remove obstacles to expedite the work.

Chief Minister Shri Sai said that delays in development projects directly impact ordinary citizens. Timeliness and quality must be ensured, especially in construction projects related to roads, bridges, schools, and other infrastructure. He gave clear instructions to officials that delays in public welfare projects will be taken seriously, and responsibility will be fixed for unnecessary delays.

In this context, Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai took the matter seriously upon learning about the difficulties faced by school children and villagers in commuting due to the bridge under construction in the Khambhatha area of ​​Mainpur development block of Gariaband district. He discussed the situation with Gariaband Collector Shri Ranbir Sharma over the phone and instructed him to set a fixed time limit and complete the bridge construction in a quality manner. He also directed that the officials responsible for the delay be held accountable.

Chief Minister Shri Sai stated that the safety of children is a top priority. He urged the district administration to immediately ensure safe and accessible alternative transportation arrangements so that schoolchildren and residents of the area do not have to risk their travel under any circumstances until the bridge is completed.

Chief Minister Shri Sai directed that all necessary safety measures be immediately implemented at the bridge construction site. He called for securing loose and dangerously placed beams, repairing deep potholes and other hazardous areas, and ensuring all necessary safety measures, including barricading as needed.

Chief Minister Shri Sai directed all district collectors to regularly monitor construction projects and urged them to immediately resolve obstacles and expedite the work. Officials should work with utmost sensitivity and accountability and ensure that citizens receive the benefits of approved development projects within the stipulated timeframe. He clarified that negligence at any level in development projects related to public convenience and citizen safety will not be acceptable.

*Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai expressed deep grief over the Bhandara road accident*

*On the instructions of the Chief Minister, a team of officials left to help the injured and affected families*

Raipur, September 11, 2026/ Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai has expressed deep condolences on the untimely demise of the citizens of Chhattisgarh in the horrific road accident on Nagpur-Raipur National Highway in Bhandara district of Maharashtra.

Chief Minister Shri Sai paid tribute to the departed souls and expressed condolences to the bereaved families.

Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai stated that constant coordination is being maintained with the Maharashtra government and the local administration. He added that a team of officials from Chhattisgarh has been dispatched to the site to ensure proper treatment of the injured and provide necessary assistance to the affected families. The Chhattisgarh government stands with the affected families during this difficult time and will provide them with all possible assistance.