Raipur.  Chhattisgarh has won two gold, one bronze and one silver medal in the 32nd Senior NTPC National Archery Competition held in Telangana. It is a matter of happiness for Chhattisgarh that Chandni Sahu and Vikas Kumar, both junior and sub-junior players, won medals while playing in the senior category. The team will be given a grand welcome on their arrival in Raipur.
National Vice President of Archery Association of India Kailash Murarka and Secretary of Chhattisgarh State Archery Association Ayush Murarka

He informed that this archery competition is being organized from 10 to 20 December 2025. Today in the Indian category competition, Vikas Kumar got the first medal in 30 meters, gold medal, Chandni Sahu got the second medal in 50 meters, silver medal, third medal was won by the girls team after defeating Jharkhand, and the fourth medal was won by Vikas Kumar in the bronze medal at the Olympic Ground.

Murarka said that these people had also won the gold medal in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh in November, and a few days ago, in the National Games, these people had also added four medals each to Chhattisgarh's kitty. Chhattisgarh Archery Association's state president and Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai, MP Brijmohan Agrawal, Sports and Deputy Chief Minister Arun Saw, MLA Purandar Mishra, Motilal Sahu, Anuj Sharma, Indian Archery Association's national vice president Kailash Murarka, Chhattisgarh State Archery Association's secretary Ayush Murarka, TT Bahra, Atmaram congratulated all the winning players.

00 Got first place in division level competition in archery
Raipur.  27 year old Kishan Kumar Hapka from a small village Chhote Tumdar (Bhairamgarh) of Bijapur district has proved that a true player is recognized not by circumstances but by his courage. Kishan, who was once a brave soldier of DRG, had to lose one of his legs in an IED blast planted by Naxalites on 18 July 2024. The accident was so big that any normal person would have given up, but Kishan's thinking paved a new path for him. He decided to display his talent in archery in Bastar Olympics.

His body gave way, but his passion for sports and his sense of patriotism remained as strong as ever. This passion brought him back to the field. Fighting with courage, Kishan not only recovered but also made history by being selected for the district-level Bastar Olympics and reaching the division-level competition. Kishan showcased his talent by winning first place in the division-level competition.

After the accident, Kishan felt like giving up hope, but the athlete within him refused to give up. His love for the game and the fire hidden within him brought him back to life. Kishan considers his coach, Durgesh Pratap Singh, his mentor and source of inspiration. He says, "Coach Durgesh not only taught me the game, but also instilled in me the belief that disability is of the body, not of the mind."
Coming from a remote village like Tumnar in the Bhairamgarh block, Kishan has become an inspiration for all of Bastar. His struggle is a message to thousands of youth that no matter how great the challenges, courage must always be greater. Kishan's achievement is a proud moment not only for his family but for the entire Bijapur district.

Raipur.  Players from Dantewada district performed brilliantly in the Bastar division level Bastar Olympics 2025 and won medals in many disciplines. In the athletics 400 meter race, talented runner from Dantewada, Ranu Bhogami, won the gold medal (first place) on the strength of her tireless hard work and excellent technique. Ranu Bhogami is a trained athlete of Eklavya Sports Complex, Jawanga (Gidaam), who displayed excellent speed and composure throughout the competition.

370 players represented Dantewada district.
This time, a total of 370 participants from Dantewada district took part in the division-level competitions, including 184 women and 186 men. This large participation of players reflects the sports spirit and the strength of the sports infrastructure in the district.

Dantewada's outstanding performance in various sports disciplines:
Athletes achieved notable success in several sports, including third place in tug of war. In the senior women's category, Dantewada secured first place in volleyball, second place in kabaddi, and third place in junior women's hockey. In badminton, Dantewada secured first place in junior women's doubles, second place in junior men's singles, and second place in senior men's singles. In the athletics competition, Dantewada's Pandu Ram won first place in javelin throw, and Anusurya won first place in throwing. These achievements demonstrate that the youth of Dantewada district are consistently excelling in various sports and possess the potential to compete in high-level competitions.
The district administration, Sports and Youth Welfare Department, and coaches congratulated all the winners and participants and wished them a bright future. The objective of the Bastar Olympics is to provide a platform for local talent and encourage the all-round development of youth through sports, a field in which Dantewada district consistently leads.

Raipur.  Under the strong leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the guidance of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Bastar is witnessing a historic transformation. Today, in Sukma district, under the Poona Margem - Rehabilitation to Rejuvenation program, 10 Maoist cadres from various Naxalite organizations, including the Darba Division Committee, surrendered and joined the mainstream. These include six female Maoists, who had a total bounty of ₹3.3 million (approximately $1.3 million).
Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai shared this information in a post on the social media platform X. He wrote that neither the present nor the future is safe with the path of violence. The Chhattisgarh government's special rehabilitation policy guarantees respect, security, livelihood, and reintegration into society for those who surrender. By returning to the mainstream, they can begin a new life with their families, a stable, secure, and dignified life. Our goal is clear: to completely free Chhattisgarh from Naxalism and give Bastar a new identity of development, trust, and opportunities.

Raipur.  Renowned boxer M.C. Mary Kom, six-time boxing world champion and Olympic medalist, paid a courtesy call on Deputy Chief Minister and Sports and Youth Welfare Minister Run Saw. During the meeting at his official residence in Nava Raipur, Saw briefed him on the work being done to develop sports in the state and nurture athletic talent. International boxer Mary Kom had come to Chhattisgarh to attend the inaugural ceremony of the division-level competitions for the Bastar Olympics 2025 held in Jagdalpur on December 11th and encouraged the athletes.
Deputy Chief Minister Saw praised Mary Kom's long sporting journey, in which she brought glory to India at international forums like the World Championships and the Olympics through her talent, hard work, and determination despite hardships and difficulties. Saw said that Mary Kom is the pride and inspiration of the country. Her presence must have inspired the athletes of Bastar to move forward and work hard. He thanked Mary Kom for coming to Chhattisgarh to participate in the Bastar Olympics.

Sharing her experiences from international and national competitions, Mary Kom requested Deputy Chief Minister Mr. Saw for all possible support to improve the sports of Chhattisgarh's youth. Praising the Bastar Olympics, she said that seeing the youth from remote villages brought back old memories. The Bastar Olympics is a good platform for the youth there to showcase their talent. Praising the arrangements for the event, she said that the Chhattisgarh government is doing good work to promote sports and athletes. In the future, athletes from here will definitely win medals at the international level as well. She expressed her gratitude to the state government for inviting her to participate in the Bastar Olympics.

Raipur.  Kopra Reservoir of Bilaspur district has now become the first Ramsar site of Chhattisgarh. After its announcement, there is an atmosphere of happiness in the entire state. This status is given to those wetlands which are considered very important at the global level for biodiversity, water conservation and environmental significance. Forest and Climate Change Minister Kedar Kashyap, while congratulating the people of the state on this achievement, said that this success of Kopra Reservoir is a matter of pride for Chhattisgarh. He said that the unique ecology of the reservoir, the diversity of local and migratory birds and the richness of the aquatic ecosystem have made it worthy of Ramsar recognition.

The Forest Minister also thanked the State Wetland Authority, environmentalists, Forest Department officials, researchers, and local communities. He stated that this achievement was made possible by everyone's combined efforts and commitment to conservation. Minister Kashyap stated that this achievement, under the leadership of Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai, is an important step towards achieving the goal of securing Ramsar Site status for 20 wetlands by 2030 under the Chhattisgarh Anjor Vision 2047. He stated that the declaration of Kopra Reservoir as a Ramsar Site will increase awareness about wetland conservation in the state and develop new opportunities for eco-tourism. This will provide employment to local communities and promote sustainable development.
Forest Minister Kedar Kashyap appealed to all citizens to play an active role in protecting and enhancing this important natural heritage. He stated that wetland conservation is our responsibility and a commitment to leaving a strong natural legacy for future generations.

Raipur.  Raigarh MLA and Finance Minister Shri OP Choudhary said that students should study without any stress and with a healthy mind. He said that exams are never bigger than life, so do not panic, but start working hard at the right time. The Finance Minister was interacting with the students of class 10th and 12th in the Charcha 2025 program at the Government Higher Secondary School located in village Jhalmala of Pusaur assembly constituency of Raigarh district. On this occasion, Shri Choudhary inaugurated the state-of-the-art smart classroom in the school and inspired the students to take advantage of technology and new teaching resources.

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The Finance Minister told students that the next three months, from December until the exam, are crucial for success. He suggested studying regularly for 7 to 8 hours a day and aiming for 10 hours on holidays. He emphasized that not a single day should be wasted. If you study with sincerity and determination over the next three months, better preparation and excellent results are assured. He addressed students' queries and advised them to cultivate confidence, discipline, and a positive attitude.

The key to success is discipline, continuous effort and positive thinking.
Finance Minister Chaudhary said that children from rural areas are full of talent. They only need better guidance, resources and a safe environment. He urged teachers and parents to provide opportunities to children according to their interests and abilities. The Finance Minister described discipline, continuous effort and positive thinking as the key to success. He said that under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai, continuous efforts are being made to strengthen the education system in the state.

Prize of one lakh to meritorious students
The Finance Minister said that if any student from the district secures a place in the state's merit list, he will be awarded a prize of one lakh rupees. He said that giving a healthy and better future to the coming generation is the top priority of the government. Former MLA Shri Vijay Agarwal, Shri Umesh Agarwal, District Panchayat member Brijesh Gupta, District President Pusaur Smt. Hemlata Chauhan, District Panchayat member Smt. Bhagyawati Nayak, CEO District Panchayat Shri Abhijeet Baban Pathare, SDM Raigarh Shri Mahesh Sharma along with a large number of villagers, students and teachers were present in the program.

Jashpurnagar : Eklavya Adarsh ​​Residential School, Sanna, organized the Alumni Meet 2025. The main objective of the program was to provide a common platform to the former students of the school, so that they could share their life journey, experiences and achievements with the current students and inspire them.

The program started with garlanding and lighting a lamp on the photograph of Late Veer Narayan Singh, who was known as the first freedom fighter of Chhattisgarh, a true patriot and the messiah of the poor. After this, the current students of Eklavya Vidyalaya Sanna welcomed the former students by presenting them with a bouquet of flowers and singing a welcome song. After this, all the former students shared their experiences about how they have reached this position today by facing adverse conditions. After this, the current students mesmerized the people present by giving group songs, solo songs, cultural programs and group presentations. The school also organized various games for the former students, in which the current and former students also participated enthusiastically.

58 former students of the school participated in the Alumni Meet-2025, most of whom are serving in some institution or the other, out of which 1 Deputy Collector, 1 Food Inspector, 1 MBBS Intern, 3 Medical Officers and in the field of medicine, 1 Engineer, 2 Assistant Grade III, 1 Sarpanch were present, more former students will be included in the coming year.

Anit Kumar Chatterjee, Principal said that women's education has special importance in human society, because no work, be it social, economic, cultural, political, is complete without women, women are the basis for building a good society, women are the main basis for the continuity and productivity of the society, when a woman becomes a teacher, she not only becomes empowered herself but the entire family and society progresses, and we have got the good fortune that we have taught the girl students of poor tribal families.

Other teachers at the school also stated that a teacher's true achievement is that the students they teach surpass them and bring glory to themselves, their families, society, and the school. Teachers also shared information about the changes that have taken place in the school since 2005. The program was conducted by Basant Kumar Gupta, TGT. At the end of the program, mementos were presented to all the former students present. All the students, teachers, and staff of the school were present at the event.

Arriving at the procurement center, the arrangements were reviewed.

Jashpurnagar . Collector Rohit Vyas visited Sukhrapara in the Pathalgaon area today to inspect the Eklavya Model Residential School. During this visit, he not only reviewed the arrangements but also taught the children an important lesson on the Third Battle of Panipat, becoming a history teacher himself. 

Collector Vyas, who reached the eighth grade during the inspection, after taking information from the students about their studies, accommodation and food arrangements, discussed history with them. He told the children in detail that the third battle of Panipat was fought between the Maratha and Afghan armies in 1761, as a result of which there was a major change in the Indian power structure and the way for the dominance of the British was paved. The children listened to the collector's historical explanation with great attention. Assistant Commissioner Tribal Development Department Sanjay Singh, SDM Rituraj Singh Bisen, the school's principal and teachers were present during the inspection.

During the inspection, Collector Vyas closely observed the school's academic system, labs, library, kitchen, dining hall, and dormitory. He directed that the library be stocked with necessary books, the science lab be properly staffed with the necessary equipment, and the students be provided with a balanced diet rich in protein. He also directed that the kitchen equipment be properly utilized and that the necessary equipment be available for the students' studies be available in every room of the hostel. The Collector emphasized that students' studies should not be affected under any circumstances. He directed officials to ensure continuous, clean, and adequate drinking water is available on the school campus in case of any water supply issues. The school has approximately 360 students from grades 6 to 12. He also directed that students from other schools in the district be properly prepared for entrance exams to ensure that as many students as possible attend Eklavya Vidyalaya.

Jashpurnagar . Under the Chief Minister's Rural Bus Scheme 2025, Jashpur MLA Raimuni Bhagat flagged off buses for three routes in the second phase. Approximately 100 villagers were present. Routes include Dokra to Duldula, Kansabel to Ranpur, and Teelain to Farsabahar Chowk.

The Chief Minister's Rural Bus Scheme will provide convenient transportation to residents of remote rural areas of the district. This initiative is a major step toward providing better transportation facilities in rural areas and making travel safer and easier for the general public.

Municipal Chairman Arvind Bhagat, Municipal Vice Chairman Yash Pratap Singh Judev, Additional Collector Pradeep Sahu and Deputy Collector Sameer Bada along with other public representatives and officials were present in the inauguration program of the second phase.

Jashpurnagar . On the instructions of Collector Rohit Vyas, workshops are being organised for farmers in all the committees of the district under the Prime Minister's Wealth-Farming Scheme. On the first day of the workshop on December 9, in the programmes organised in Ara, Aasta, Narayanpur, Chongribahar, Tapkara, Vimda, Gharjiabathan, Kerakachhar, Kurong, Kilkila and Pandrapath committees, the officials of the Agriculture Department encouraged the farmers to plant pulses and oilseeds crops in place of summer paddy. Along with this, detailed information was given about various effective ways to increase agricultural income.

The Deputy Director of Agriculture informed the farmers at the workshop that the government has made arrangements to purchase pulses and oilseeds grown in nine committees in the district at a price support rate. While paddy requires more water, pulses and oilseeds can be grown in larger areas with less water, naturally increasing farmers' income. In this context, the benefits of scientific farming, cost reduction, market availability, and crop diversification were discussed in detail. Farmers were also provided information about grants and technical assistance available under departmental schemes. Farmers enthusiastically agreed to adopt pulses, oilseeds, horticultural crops, as well as fish farming and animal husbandry in place of paddy. Agriculture Department officials, employees, and farmers were present on the occasion.

Jashpurnagar. The National Child Health Program, Chirayu Yojana, is proving to be a lifeline for children. This scheme has not only given new life to many innocent children, but has also brought smiles back to the faces of poor families. On the instructions of Collector Rohit Vyas, the Chirayu team is actively visiting various schools and Anganwadi centers in the district to check the health of children. If a serious illness or congenital deformity is found, they are provided free treatment in better health institutions.

In this context, under the guidance of the Chief Medical and Health Officer, District Nodal Officer, Chirayu, the Chirayu team of Pathalgaon development block visited various schools and Anganwadi centers to identify children suffering from congenital heart disease, cleft lip and palate, and other surgically treatable conditions. Upon confirmation of the disease, three children were taken to Raipur and underwent successful, free operations. Among these, 4-year-old Sameer Khadia was found to be suffering from congenital heart disease during an examination at the Anganwadi Center, Gautiapara, Kotba. The Chirayu team sent him to Raipur and performed a free heart operation. Similarly, 8-year-old Stuti Tirki of Dhanupara Primary School, Mudabahla, was diagnosed with congenital heart disease and was successfully treated. One-year-old Johnson Toppo of the Anganwadi Center, Karradand, Chiknipani, was found to have a cleft lip and palate and underwent a free operation in Raipur. Today, all three children are healthy, and the smiles on their innocent faces bring new hope and peace to their parents.

The families expressed their gratitude to Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai and the Chirayu team, saying that this scheme is no less than a boon for poor families. Understanding their plight, the government has given the children a new lease on life by providing free treatment. It is noteworthy that under the Chirayu scheme, children are thoroughly examined at Anganwadi centers and schools. Following the examination, 44 types of diseases and disorders are identified, and children are referred to the best hospitals across the country for treatment as needed.

Simple, scientific and transparent system implemented in the entire state including Kanker

Jashpurnagar-  The district level Yuva Utsav 2025 concluded with great pomp and show at the community hall, Jashpur, on Monday. Around 400 youth participated in the event with enthusiasm and energy, making it memorable. During the Yuva Utsav, various cultural presentations mesmerized everyone, while the youth surprised everyone with their talent in speech, painting and other competitions. In the closing ceremony, the chief guest, MLA Raimuni Bhagat, along with other guests, congratulated the winners and encouraged the participants. Certificates and prizes were given to the winners of various competitions.

MLA Raimuni Bhagat, in his address, congratulated all the winners and said that India's culture and history have always been rich, and the role of youth is crucial in carrying forward this rich tradition. He stated that youth power will be the biggest foundation in building a developed India by 2047. He said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai envision that all youth should be skilled and have equal opportunities. Therefore, several schemes are being implemented to enhance youth development. He urged the youth to shape their future with hard work, dedication, and determination, and urged teachers to provide better guidance to the youth.

Encouraging the youth, Jashpur Municipal Council President Arvind Bhagat said that if they are determined, they can achieve any goal. He stated that the state of Chhattisgarh has made remarkable progress in the past 25 years and that this young state holds immense potential. He urged the youth to draw inspiration from Swami Vivekananda's teachings and spread awareness in society. He also urged them to stay away from alcohol and alcohol.

The winners and runners-up of the competitions held at the Youth Festival were awarded: 

Various competitions were held during the youth festival, with prizes awarded to the winners. In the solo competition and debate competition, Roshni Vishwakarma of Farsabahar was the winner, while Kiran Nishad of Pathalgaon was the runner-up. Similarly, in story writing, the winner was Shraddha Vishwakarma Jashpur and the runner-up was Devki Yadav Kansabel, in painting the winner was Sameer Kashyap Jashpur and the runner-up was Sonia Bai Kunkuri, in poetry writing the winner was Avi Kumar Badaik Pathalgaon and the runner-up was Deepika Behera Farsabahar, in handicraft the winner was Nisha Bai Manora and the runner-up was Satyanand Ram Kunkuri, in handicraft the winner was Sana Akhtar Kunkuri, in agricultural product the winner was Kunkuri, in speech competition the winner was Saraswati Sidar Kansabel and the runner-up was Abhilasha Ekka Kunkuri, in individual folk song the winner was Jashpur and the runner-up was Kunkuri, in individual folk dance the winner was Kunkuri and the runner-up was Kansabel, in traditional costume the winner was Bagicha and the runner-up was Kansabel.

Similarly, in the group category - Kansabel was the winner in folk dance and Kunkuri was the runner-up, Kansabel was the winner in Sua dance, Pathalgaon was the winner in Karma dance and Duldula was the runner-up, Jashpur was the winner in folk song and Kansabel was the runner-up, Kunkuri was the winner in Science Fair and Manora was the runner-up, Bagicha was the winner in Raut Nacha and Kansabel was the winner in drama. On this occasion, Deputy Collector Sameer Bada, Santosh Singh, Amit Sai, Shubham Yadav along with officers and employees of the Sports Department and a large number of youth were present.

Jashpurnagar . The paddy procurement process at the support price is continuing smoothly in the district. As of December 8, a total of 25384.12 metric tons of paddy has been procured from 3924 farmers. In return, more than 60.86 crore rupees have been paid. The transfer of funds to farmers' bank accounts is also continuing. Procurement work is being carried out regularly as per the scheduled timetable at 46 procurement centers of 24 committees in the district; farmers are benefiting from the smooth and easy process.

To ensure the convenience and transparency of the farmers, token system, electronic weighing machines, moisture measuring equipment and other necessary arrangements have been made available in the procurement centers, so that the farmers do not face any kind of problem. Farmers are reaching the procurement centers to sell paddy as per the scheduled date. The district administration has also made proper arrangements for seating, drinking water and other necessary facilities for the farmers in the centers. Along with this, sufficient gunny bags are available in the centers for purchasing paddy, due to which the procurement work is continuing uninterrupted.

Farmers believe that the online system of Token Tunhar App, started by the state government for paddy procurement, is making it easier to obtain tokens and sell paddy. Due to the able leadership of Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai and farmer-friendly policies, farmers have not only received fair price for their hard work but their respect has also increased. As per its announcement, the state government is purchasing paddy at the support price of 21 quintals per acre and at the rate of Rs 3100 per quintal under the Krishi Unnati Yojana.

Jashpurnagar . Collector Rohit Vyas held a meeting with officials in the Collectorate meeting room today to review various schemes being implemented in the district. He reviewed the Panchayat and Rural Development Department, gathered information on the Swachh Bharat Mission, Women and Child Development, Social Welfare Department, and NRLM schemes, and issued necessary instructions. 

The Collector gave necessary instructions for the smooth implementation of the ambitious scheme PM Dhan Dhanya Yojana run by the Central Government. He said that Jashpur district has been included in this important scheme. Through this, the Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Fisheries Department will take necessary initiatives to promote farmers and engage them in livelihood activities. For the economic development of fishermen groups, the Collector gave instructions to register fishermen farmers, update the ponds constructed under MNREGA in the revenue records under the process of leasing ponds.

He inquired about the progress of housing construction works under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Rural) and Pradhan Mantri Jan Man Yojana. Collector Vyas gave clear instructions that all ongoing Jan Man Awas construction works should be completed by March 2026 at any cost. He said that by holding regular meetings with the Sarpanch, Secretary, Awas Mitra and beneficiaries, the construction works should be expedited and regular inspections should be conducted. During this meeting, all the District CEOs, officers of the concerned departments and Block Coordinators were present.

Collector Vyas, during his review of the Women and Child Development Department, directed that the recruitment of vacant workers and assistants in Anganwadi centers be completed expeditiously. He placed special emphasis on the construction of toilets in Anganwadi buildings under construction and ensuring tap water connections. During his review of the Social Welfare Department, the Collector took information on the status of Aadhaar seeding and UID card saturation of pension beneficiaries and gave necessary guidelines.

In the review of Swachh Bharat Mission (Rural), he gave instructions to pay special attention to ODF Plus model, solid and liquid waste management, garbage collection in villages, cleanliness of fairs and markets, construction of individual and community toilets, plastic waste management and regular organization of cleanliness labour donation.

Revenue officers should inspect paddy purchasing centres daily.