Raipur. The Chief Minister's Camp Office, under the guidance of Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai, has resolved a long-standing low-voltage problem in the Premnagar neighborhood of Pathalgaon in Jashpur district. After the Electricity Department replaced the low-capacity transformer with a new one, power supply in the area has returned to normal, bringing significant relief to local residents.
According to reports, residents of Premnagar submitted an application to the Chief Minister's Camp Office, stating that due to the presence of only one transformer in the entire neighborhood, the low-voltage problem had persisted for several days. Consequently, electrical appliances in their homes were unable to function properly. Furthermore, the non-functioning of well and borewell motors had exacerbated the drinking water crisis, exacerbating the difficulties faced by residents in arranging water for daily use.

The Chief Minister's Camp Office took the matter seriously and directed the concerned officials to take immediate action. Upon receiving the instructions, a team from the Electricity Department arrived at the scene and replaced the low-capacity transformer with a new one. Following this, power supply in the area was restored, and the low-voltage problem was completely eliminated.
The citizens of Premnagar expressed their gratitude to Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai and the Chief Minister's Camp Office for the prompt resolution of the problem. They stated that the timely action not only restored power supply but also provided relief from the drinking water crisis. Locals praised the Chief Minister's Camp Office's sensitive approach and prompt resolution, calling it an excellent example of effective public problem resolution. It
is noteworthy that the Chief Minister's Camp Office ensures that public problems are resolved on a priority basis. Prompt action on issues related to electricity, drinking water, health, and other basic amenities is providing timely relief to the people, and their trust in the government is steadily strengthening.

00 Chief Minister released Chhattisgarh SDG 2.0 Framework, launched 'Bastar Anjor' initiative for holistic and result-oriented development of Bastar
00 Effective monitoring of development works will be done through 343 indicators at the state level and 99 indicators at the district level
Raipur. Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai today released the Chhattisgarh SDG 2.0 Framework prepared by the State NITI Aayog in the presence of the Council of Ministers members at Mantralaya Mahanadi Bhawan. On this occasion, Chhattisgarh SDG State and District Indicator Framework 2.0 and Metadata Handbook were also released. Along with this, 'Bastar Anjor', an innovative initiative prepared for inclusive, convergence-based and scalable development of Bastar division, was also launched.

Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai said that effective implementation of schemes, accurate data, and results-based monitoring are essential for building a developed Chhattisgarh. The SDG 2.0 framework will provide a strong foundation for governance to develop evidence-based policymaking, improve inter-departmental coordination, and regularly monitor schemes. He said this initiative is an important step towards achieving the goal of a 'Developed Chhattisgarh @ 2047'.

The Chief Minister said that the state government's objective is not merely to implement development schemes, but to ensure their real impact reaches the last person. SDG 2.0 will make development progress more transparent, measurable, and accountable. 

Under the new SDG 2.0 framework, the number of indicators has been increased from 275 to 343 at the state level and from 82 to 99 at the district level. This will enable more comprehensive, accurate, and scientific monitoring of development work. The calculation methodology and reporting system for each indicator has been standardized in the metadata handbook, ensuring the quality and reliability of data across the state.
On this occasion, Shri Ganesh Shankar Mishra, Vice Chairman of the State NITI Aayog, introduced the concept of "Bastar Anjor," explaining that it is a convergence-based development model designed to realize the resolve to make Bastar division the most developed tribal region in the country.
He explained that under the 3+4 model of "Bastar Anjor," three major district-level initiatives—Niyad Nellanar 2.0, Bastar Munne, and Swasth Bastar—are converged with four key national and state-level development frameworks—the SDGs. 2030, Developed Chhattisgarh @ 2047, Aspirational District and Block Programme. Its objective is to achieve concrete and measurable results in areas like education, health, livelihood and infrastructure through better coordination without additional resources.
'Bastar Anjor' is a visionary initiative based on the spirit of Antyodaya se Sarvodaya, which will play a significant role in making Bastar a national model of inclusive, sustainable and result-oriented development.
Deputy Chief Minister Shri Arun Saw, Deputy Chief Minister Shri Vijay Sharma, members of the Council of Ministers, Chief Secretary Shri Vikas Sheel, Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Shri Subodh Kumar Singh and senior administrative officers were present in the program.

00 Industrial investment process in Chhattisgarh more effective and transparent
Raipur. Several important decisions were taken in the cabinet meeting held today at Mantralaya Mahanadi Bhawan under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai.

1. The Council of Ministers approved a proposal to replace the current tripartite agreement with a Direct Debit Mandate system, in accordance with Reserve Bank of India guidelines, to secure payment for electricity purchased by Chhattisgarh State Power Distribution Company from Central Public Sector Undertakings. This decision will ensure continuity of power supply from NTPC and other CPSUs, and the payment security system will be in line with current RBI provisions. This will not impose any additional financial burden on the State Government, as the payment system by the distribution company will remain in place, and if necessary, the Letter of Credit system will remain in effect.

2. The Council of Ministers approved significant amendments to the Chhattisgarh Police Special Executive Force (Bastar Fighters), Fighter Constable Service (Recruitment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 2026. 
3. The Council of Ministers approved the draft Chhattisgarh Private University (Establishment and Operation) (Amendment) Bill, 2026. This amendment, in accordance with the recommendations of the Regulation Cell of the Cabinet Secretariat of the Government of India, makes the provisions for the establishment of private universities more practical, qualitative, and contemporary. By replacing the endowment fund with a reserve fund for the establishment of private universities, necessary measures can be taken to secure the future of students. It also provides for ensuring that basic infrastructure, libraries, and other facilities meet the standards of the UGC and competent regulatory bodies. This amendment will encourage the establishment of quality higher education institutions in the state. 

4. The Council of Ministers approved the draft Chhattisgarh Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026. This amendment will abolish the Chhattisgarh Commercial Tax Tribunal and make necessary amendments to its related provisions. Following the implementation of GST, there has been a significant reduction in the number of VAT-related second appeals, and the GST Appellate Tribunal has been established in the state. Consequently, the need for a separate Commercial Tax Tribunal is no longer necessary. Following this amendment, pending cases in the Tribunal will be transferred to the Board of Revenue, streamlining the appeals resolution process and making the process more efficient.
5. The Council of Ministers approved the draft Chhattisgarh Goods and Services Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026. This amendment aims to simplify the GST law, streamline compliance procedures, and expedite and make the refund process more transparent for taxpayers, especially exporters and industries with inverted duty structures. This will enhance tax administration, facilitate taxpayers, and increase state revenue.
6. The Council of Ministers approved the draft Chhattisgarh Industrial Investment Promotion (Amendment) Bill, 2026. This amendment aims to promote investment in the state, create a more conducive environment for industries, and provide better facilities to investors. The industrial policies of other leading states were also studied in drafting this amendment bill. This will make the investment process more effective and transparent and provide new impetus to industrial development.
7. The Council of Ministers approved the draft Chhattisgarh Ease of Doing Business (Exchange-Freedom and Facilitation) Bill, 2026. This bill aims to simplify, make the processes for establishing businesses and industries in the state more transparent, digital, and timely. Chhattisgarh will be the first state in the country to introduce such a bill. It includes provisions for deemed permission, self-certification, third-party verification, risk-based inspection, and elimination of dual licensing obligations. This will reduce unnecessary procedural hurdles for investors, enhance ease of doing business, and provide a new impetus to investment, industrial development, and employment generation in the state. 
8. The Council of Ministers has approved the One Time Settlement Scheme-2026 to provide relief in interest and surcharge payable on plots and constructed complexes allotted by the Nava Raipur Atal Nagar Vikas Pradhikaran. This scheme will help eligible allottees regularize outstanding dues under prescribed conditions, complete projects within the stipulated time period, provide opportunities for those interested in development, and allow those who are not interested to surrender the allotted land in a timely manner. This decision will reduce litigation, ensure better utilization of land, and encourage investment and development activities in Nava Raipur. 
9. The Council of Ministers approved a proposal to introduce a resolution in the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly to adopt the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Act, 2024, in the State of Chhattisgarh. This amendment, introduced by the Government of India, aims to simplify, transparently, and effectively enforce environmental laws. It decriminalizes minor violations, introduces financial penalties, and streamlines the penalty assessment and appeal process. This decision will help simplify environmental regulations in the State, encourage compliance, and balance effective environmental protection with ease of doing business.
10. The Council of Ministers approved the draft Chhattisgarh Rent Control Act, 2011 (Amendment) Bill, 2026. Its purpose is to promote the leasing of vacant houses and ensure speedy resolution of tenancy disputes. This amendment clarifies the rights and responsibilities of the building owner and tenant, and also includes provisions related to the property manager, rent collection, the term of office of the Chairman of the Tribunal, and court fees. This amendment is in line with the Model Tenancy Act, 2021 of the Government of India.
11. The Council of Ministers has taken an important decision to allocate government land required for the construction of a modern auditorium with a capacity of 2,000 seats in Rajnandgaon. 

Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai today launched the Short Term Loan Scheme against Salary for Government Servants of the State in the Auditorium of Mantralaya Mahanadi Bhawan. On this occasion, he also released the brochure of the scheme. Describing it as an important initiative of the state government in the direction of employee welfare, good governance and sensitive administration, the chief minister said that its aim is to provide dignified, prompt and easy financial assistance to government servants in emergency situations.

Chief Minister Mr. Sai said that government servants are the backbone of the state's development. When employees work free from financial worries, then the benefits of government schemes can reach the last person effectively. He said that now employees will not have to face the pressure of taking loans from private moneylenders or high interest rates for emergency needs. Keeping their needs in mind, the government has developed such a system, through which they will be able to get short-term loans as per their eligibility without unnecessary paperwork.

The Chief Minister said that the Finance Department has integrated this facility with the e-fund system using information technology effectively. This system is completely digital, paperless, secure and transparent and it will not bring any additional financial burden on the state government. He congratulated the team of the Finance Department for this innovative initiative and called upon all the government servants to play an active role in advancing the vision of a developed Chhattisgarh and good governance.

Finance Minister Mr. O.P. Chaudhary said that under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai, the state government is giving top priority to administrative reforms and employee welfare. He said that after implementing cashless medical facilities for employees, a short-term loan against salary scheme has now been started, which will provide interest-free financial assistance for immediate needs. He said that in just two months of the pilot phase, more than 73,000 employees have registered and 27,000 employees have benefited from this facility. In the future, it is also planned to provide loan facilities of higher amount at competitive interest rates to employees with better credit scores.

Provincial Coordinator of Chhattisgarh Employees-Official Association Mr. Kamal Verma expressed his gratitude to the Chief Minister and said that this scheme will meet the long-felt needs of the employees and provide them with dignified and prompt financial assistance in emergency situations.

It is noteworthy that this facility will be operated through a digital platform integrated with the e-Kosh system. Employees will be able to apply online from the employee corner of e-fund. After completion of e-KYC, digital verification and consent process, loan approval and disbursement will be done promptly. According to the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) issued by the Finance Department, compliance with high standards of data security, privacy and digital authentication has been ensured throughout the system.

Chief Secretary Mr. Vikassheel, Special Secretary of Finance Department Mr. Chandan Kumar, Secretary of Public Works Department Mr. Mukesh Bansal, Director (Budget & Finance) Mr. Rishabh Parashar, President of Chhattisgarh Ministerial Employees Association Mr. Chandrakant Pandey were present in the program.

Raipur .  A salary MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) was signed between State Warehousing Corporation and Axis Bank in the presence of the Corporation's Chairman, Mr. Chandulal Sahu, at the State Warehousing Corporation's headquarters building in Nava Raipur. Present on the occasion were the Corporation's Managing Director, Mr. Ashish Kumar Tikriha, as well as senior officials from the Corporation and Axis Bank. 

 Under the MoU (Memorandum of Understanding), on opening the salary account of the Corporation employees in Axis Bank, the regular employees and daily wage workers of the Corporation will be covered free of cost with personal accident insurance of Rs 1.10 crore and natural death insurance of Rs 10 lakh. In case of death of the Corporation employees, the family will be provided education assistance of up to Rs 8 lakh. Along with this, the benefit of health top-up cover of up to Rs 30 lakh and personal accident cover of Rs 30 lakh will also be available at an annual premium of just Rs 2499/-. Corporation Chairman Mr. Chandulal Sahu said that through this MoU, the employees and their families will get better banking, insurance protection and financial facilities. 

  This MoU has brought joy to corporation employees, who have expressed their gratitude to Chairman Chandulal Sahu. Today, at the corporation headquarters, Chairman Chandulal Sahu presented a compassionate appointment order to Mrs. Poonam Kujur, a resident of Baikunthpur (Korea district), for the post of CCH (Class IV).

Raipur . Raipur Development Authority (RDA) has made the booking process of its properties completely online for the convenience of the citizens. Now interested applicants will be able to get information about residential anad commercial properties and apply and book them online through the official website of RDA from the comfort of their homes without visiting the office.

RDA has currently made around 121 properties available for online booking. These include properties of the Authority's major residential and commercial schemes including Kamal Vihar and Raobhata. Residential and commercial plots along with residential flats are available in Kamal Vihar, while online booking facility of commercial properties has been started in Raobhata.

The authority has also developed housing projects for vulnerable and low-income groups, ensuring that all categories of citizens can access housing tailored to their needs and financial capabilities.

Along with online booking, beneficiaries will now be able to pay maintenance charges online through the website. This will eliminate the need for frequent office visits, making the entire process simpler, transparent, and timely.RDA Chairman Nande Sahu stated that the authority's objective is to provide modern, transparent, and public-friendly services to citizens. He added that the online booking system will save people time and make the property allocation process more transparent and convenient. He also urged citizens to take maximum advantage of this digital facility.
RDA Chief Executive Officer Awanish Kumar Sharan said that the property booking process had been closed for a long time. Now, all available properties have been made live on the online portal simultaneously, providing applicants with a transparent, quick, and easy booking process.
This initiative by the RDA is considered a significant step toward promoting digital governance and making citizen services more effective, transparent, and accessible. The entire process of applying, paying, and allocating properties will now be much easier and faster than before.

Raipur: The efforts of the National Rural Livelihood Mission (Bihan) towards economic empowerment of women in Chhattisgarh and giving national recognition to local agricultural products are continuously succeeding. Arpa-Bihan Vishnubhog rice, produced and processed organically by women of self-help groups of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, is now getting full support from public representatives and common citizens. The latest example of this was seen when Vishnubhog rice worth more than Rs 45 thousand was sold in just 30 minutes during the local public dialogue program organized in the Assembly Hall at Pendra in Gaurela Pendra Marwahi district.

This achievement is a testament to the hard work of rural women, their quality-based production, and the growing public confidence in the state  government 's livelihood-oriented schemes. Public representatives and citizens present at the event boosted their confidence by purchasing rice directly from women in self-help groups.

Chief guests at the event, Skill Development, Technical Education and Employment Minister Shri Guru Khushwant Saheb, Marwahi MLA Shri Pranav Kumar Marpachi, and Kota MLA Shri Atal Shrivastava personally purchased Vishnubhog rice, applauding the women's efforts, and spreading the message of promoting local products. Local resident Shri Pankaj Tiwari, meanwhile, became the largest buyer by purchasing 200 kilograms of Vishnubhog rice at once. His gesture inspired other citizens to embrace local products.

Women Farmer Producer Companies (FPOs), formed under the National Rural Livelihood Mission (Bihar), have emerged as a key link in this initiative. Vishnubhog rice, produced organically by women, is being scientifically processed, attractively branded, quality packaged, and systematically marketed. This ensures better market access for the produce and ensures farmers and women producers receive fair prices for their produce.

Collector Dr. Santosh Kumar Dewangan and District Panchayat Chief Executive Officer Mr. Mukesh Raote have played an active role in promoting this initiative in the district. Under their guidance, Vishnubhog rice is being continuously promoted at various government programs, exhibitions, and public forums. As a result, its demand is rapidly increasing, and more women are joining this model to supplement their incomes.

Mr. Durgashankar Soni, District Manager of the National Rural Livelihoods Mission, stated that 179 CMSA (Community Managed Sustainable Agriculture) villages have been selected under the mission in the district. This year, the target is to produce Vishnubhog rice on more than 250 acres, to promote organic farming, provide farmers with better prices, and enable women in self-help groups to set a new example of economic self-reliance under the Lakhpati Didi campaign.

Through the coordination of the hard work of rural women, the quality of organic farming, modern marketing system and community participation, Arpa-Bihan Vishnubhog is no longer just an agricultural product, but is emerging as a powerful symbol of Chhattisgarh's women power, local entrepreneurship and self-reliant rural economy. The speed with which this product is gaining the trust of the market and consumers, it is rapidly moving towards establishing itself as Chhattisgarh's unique agricultural identity at the national level in the times to come.

Chief Minister Reviews Revenue Department’s Performance at High-Level Meeting

Chief Minister directs officials to develop a system enabling farmers to access B-1, Khasra, Loan Books and other land-related information through WhatsApp

Raipur, chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai chaired a high-level review meeting of the Revenue and Disaster Management Department at Mahanadi Bhawan on July 7. He reviewed the department’s administrative reforms, technology-driven innovations and initiatives to provide simple, transparent and time-bound revenue services to citizens and farmers, and directed officials to ensure their effective implementation.

Chief Minister Shri Sai stated that the state government’s clear policy is to make the revenue administration transparent, accountable and free from corruption. He emphasised that negligence or irregularities in revenue matters would not be tolerated and that citizens should receive quality services without unnecessary visits to government offices.

The meeting reviewed the progress of the Digital Kisan Kitab and the digitisation of land-related records. The Chief Minister directed officials to develop a system that enables farmers to conveniently access B-1, Khasra, Loan Books, and other land-related information via WhatsApp, eliminating the need to visit Tehsil or Patwari offices. He said that since the Revenue Department is directly connected with the lives of citizens and farmers, the benefits of governance reforms and innovations must reach the last person on time.

The Chief Minister directed officials to ensure prompt and sensitive disposal of cases under RBC 6-4. He said that the proposed online system for RBC 6-4 cases would enable applicants to submit applications online, making the entire process more transparent, simple and time-bound. He also instructed officials to take the necessary steps to process undisputed inheritance mutation cases through Gram Panchayats.

Emphasising the need for speedy disposal of pending revenue cases, the Chief Minister directed officials to ensure that land demarcation cases are resolved within the prescribed timeline and that district-wise reviews of delayed cases are conducted regularly.

The meeting also reviewed the VASUNDHARA (Verified Accessible System for Unified Digital Land Records & Historical Archives) project. The Chief Minister directed officials to ensure its effective implementation and to make the Nakal Shakha available online, which provides certified copies of documents. Officials informed the meeting that the project would create an integrated digital archive of key revenue records from all district and tehsil offices across the state, enabling certified records to be issued within minutes while significantly reducing the risk of tampering.

The Chief Minister directed that survey work in unsurveyed villages, particularly in the Abujhmad region, be completed within the stipulated timeframe on a priority basis so that updated land records can be prepared and residents can receive the benefits of various government schemes without delay.

The meeting also reviewed the implementation of the SVAMITVA Yojana, the entry and mutation of Forest Rights Act titles, the implementation of the Pattadhriti Adhiniyam 2023, the Agri Stack, the Farmer Registry, and the Exempted Category Farmer Registry. The Chief Minister directed officials to complete all preparations for the digital crop survey and girdawari before the upcoming Kharif season.

Newly appointed officials will give new impetus to the resolve of developed Chhattisgarh: Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai

Raipur: Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai has extended his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all the newly appointed officials on the issuance of orders for the appointment of Chairman, Vice Chairman and members in various corporations, boards, commissions, boards, committees and other institutions of the state.

It is noteworthy that Shri Gaurishankar Shrivas has been appointed as the Chairman of Chhattisgarh State Hair Stylist Welfare Board and Shri Devsharan Sen as the member, Dr. Smt. Mamta Sahu as the Chairperson of State Women Commission and Shri Ramlal Chauhan as the Chairman of Chhattisgarh State Scheduled Caste Commission, Shri Vedram Manhare as the Vice-Chairperson and Shri Saurabh Singh Jagrut, Shri Durga Maheshwar and Shri Dayavant Dhar Bandhe as the members.

Shri Anand Nishad has been appointed as the Chairman of Chhattisgarh Fishermen Welfare Board and Shri Netram Nishad as the member, Shri Rajesh Kumar Rajput as the Chairman of Chhattisgarh Sanskrit Vidya Mandal Raipur and Smt. Suman Mutha as the member and Shri Rajendra Nayak as the Chairman of Shakambhari Board and Shri Basant Patel, Shri Premlal Patel, Shri Santosh Patel and Shri Prem Patel have been appointed as the members.

Mr. Sudhir Gautam has been appointed as the Chairman of the Chhattisgarh State Education Commission, Mr. Manmath Nath Sharma as a member of the State Child Rights Protection Commission and Mrs. Prasanna Awasthi as a member of the Chhattisgarh Film Development Corporation. Dr. J.P. Sharma has been appointed as the Vice Chairman of Raipur Development Authority, Mr. Kishore Mahanand as the Vice Chairman of Chhattisgarh Labour Welfare Board, Mr. Anand Kumar Tiwari (Mr. Rajiv Lochan Das Maharaj) as the Vice Chairman of Cow Service Commission and Mr. Mangal Das Thakur as the Vice Chairman of Chhattisgarh State Scheduled Tribe Commission.

Chief Minister Shri Sai expressed confidence that all the newly appointed officials will give new impetus to the resolve of developed Chhattisgarh by discharging their responsibilities with complete dedication towards public service, good governance and public welfare.

Raipur. Chhattisgarh's Forest and Climate Change Minister Kedar Kashyap has given instructions to ensure 100% compliance of e-office system in all the offices of the Forest Department. He said that as per the instructions of the General Administration Department, the handling of files and mail in the department's headquarters, circle, forest division and all other offices must be done through e-office only. The minister clarified that no physical file will be handled at any level without the prior permission of the department head. All officers and employees should do office work only through e-office, so that the digital system of governance can be fully implemented.

He said that the e-office system will expedite file disposal, make the decision-making process more transparent and accountable, and enable online monitoring of work. This will eliminate unnecessary delays and ensure timely resolution of citizen-related issues. Minister Kedar Kashyap said that the state government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai, is committed to promoting good governance, transparency, and technology-based administration. He also directed senior officials to regularly review the 100% compliance of the e-office system in their subordinate offices.

Employment and Housing Day was celebrated in every village of Janjgir-Champa district.
Under the Vikasit Bharat Ji-Ram Ji Yojana, workers will get 125 days of employment and a wage of Rs 300 per day.

Raipur. Employment and Housing Day was organized in all gram panchayats of Janjgir-Champa district. Through the program, villagers were informed about the effective implementation of the Vikasit Bharat Ji-Ram Ji Yojana and the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Rural). Eligible beneficiaries were also made aware of various public welfare schemes and encouraged to avail themselves of them.

During Employment and Housing Day, workers were informed that under the Vikasit Bharat Ji-Ram Ji Yojana, eligible rural workers will now be provided employment for up to 125 days in a financial year and paid a wage of Rs 300 per day. This will increase the income of rural families, expand local employment opportunities, and strengthen the rural economy.

During the program, registration of workers seeking employment, e-KYC, pending geo-tagging, review of progress of houses under construction under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Rural), and on-the-spot resolution of beneficiaries' problems were completed. Officials also gave instructions to expedite the completion of incomplete houses and ensure timely installment payments to approved beneficiaries.

The district administration has directed all district panchayats and gram panchayats to ensure that the benefits of government schemes are made available to eligible families in a transparent and timely manner. The celebration of Employment and Housing Day is expected to further accelerate employment generation, housing construction, and rural development in the district.

Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, Ministers, MPs and MLAs to Attend the Musical Tribute

Raipur, A musical tribute will be paid to the legendary Pandavani exponent, Padma Vibhushan and D.Litt. awardee Dr Teejan Bai, on July 8. Organised by the Department of Culture, the tribute programme will be held at 2:00 PM at the Muktakashi Manch, Mahant Ghasidas Museum premises.

Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai, Culture Minister Shri Rajesh Agrawal, other Ministers, Members of Parliament, MLAs, public representatives, Padma Shri Awardees and state award-winning artists of Chhattisgarh, litterateurs, cultural practitioners and a large number of art lovers will be present on the occasion.

During the programme, renowned folk artists of Chhattisgarh will pay tribute through their performances to the legendary artist who elevated the folk tradition of Pandavani from village courtyards to prestigious cultural platforms across the world. Performances of songs, music, Pandavani, folk singing and other traditional art forms will commemorate her life and artistic legacy. The event is not only a tribute but also a salute to the glorious chapter of Chhattisgarh’s cultural heritage shaped by Dr Teejan Bai through her lifelong dedication.

Padma Vibhushan Awardee Dr Teejan Bai passed away on July 5, 2026. Her demise has created a wave of grief not only in Chhattisgarh but also across the country and the global art community.

In recognition of her extraordinary contribution to the arts, she was honoured with the Padma Shri (1988), Sangeet Natak Akademi Award (1995), Padma Bhushan (2003), the prestigious Fukuoka Prize of Japan (2018), Padma Vibhushan (2019) and an honorary D.Litt., along with several other national and international honours. These awards recognised her outstanding contribution to Indian folk culture at both the national and global levels.

The musical tribute organised by the Department of Culture is a remembrance of her invaluable contribution. Through their performances, folk artists will honour her artistic journey, struggles and the glorious legacy of the Pandavani tradition.

Raipur, Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai on Monday paid tribute to Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his 125th birth anniversary, describing his life as an enduring example of patriotism, public service and sacrifice.

Addressing a state-level function at Pt Ravishankar Shukla University, Shri Sai said the country under leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is realising Shri Mookerjee’s vision through measures such as the abrogation of Article 370, Antyodaya-focused development and initiatives to strengthen national unity.

Chief Minister announced that statues of Dr Mookerjee will be installed at all divisional and district headquarters in Chhattisgarh, with Rs 10 crore sanctioned for the project.

Highlighting his legacy, Shri Sai said Dr Mukherjee, who became a university vice-chancellor at the age of 33 and later served as independent India’s first Industry Minister, upheld national interest above all else.

Shri Sai said Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee led a historic struggle against the ideology of “Two flags, two constitutions and two prime ministers in one country” arrangement in Jammu and Kashmir and made the supreme sacrifice for the nation’s unity and integrity. He said the country continues to remember Mookerjee’s sacrifice and commitment to the nation with gratitude.

Shri Sai said that Shri Narendra Modi has ensured due recognition for the country’s glorious history and forgotten freedom fighters, while campaigns such as Har Ghar Tiranga have infused fresh patriotic fervour. He added that the state government has also set up a special gallery dedicated to 14 freedom fighters from Chhattisgarh at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Memorial-Cum-Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum in Nava Raipur.

Shri Sai said the state government is working on the Antyodaya philosophy of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya and Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee, adding that most of the commitments under Modi Ki Guarantee have been fulfilled in the past two-and-a-half years. Basic infrastructure, including roads, electricity, drinking water, healthcare, education and communication facilities, is being rapidly expanded in Naxal-affected areas under the Niyad Nellanar Yojana, with more than 500 villages covered, over 700 mobile towers installed and a large-scale health screening and treatment drive underway in the Bastar region.

Calling upon the youth to imbibe Dr Mookerjee’s ideals of national service, education, sacrifice and dedication, Shri Sai urged them to contribute to building a Viksit Bharat and a Viksit Chhattisgarh.

Vice-Chancellor Prof Sachchidanand Shukla, Registrar Dr Shailendra Kumar Patel, academicians, teachers, students and other dignitaries were present at the event.

Modern infrastructure will give new impetus to trade, employment and economic development.

The people of the state and the traders will get a modern, well-organized and world-class business complex.

Raipur, July 7, 2026/ The naming and inauguration ceremony of the state-of-the-art new wholesale market developed by the Chhattisgarh Housing and Infrastructure Development Board in Doomratari, Raipur, will now be held on July 8, 2026. State Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai will inaugurate and name this modern commercial complex and dedicate it to the people and traders of the state. The ceremony will be presided over by Shri O.P. Choudhary, Minister of Housing and Environment, Finance, Commercial Tax, Planning, Economic and Statistics.

It is noteworthy that this event was originally scheduled for July 5, 2026, but was postponed due to unavoidable circumstances. The ceremony is now being held on July 8.

It is noteworthy that this state-of-the-art wholesale market, developed on approximately 36 acres of land on National Highway 30, has been equipped with modern facilities to meet the needs of traders. The complex features wide roads, ample parking, smooth traffic flow, well-organized business infrastructure, and essential civic amenities. This market will not only give a new direction to the business development of Raipur and the entire state, but will also provide a new impetus to economic activities.

The Doomratari Commercial Complex has been developed in phases. In the first phase, 536 commercial shops and halls were constructed at a cost of approximately ₹76 crore (760 million rupees), providing traders with modern and well-organized business facilities. In the second phase, 154 independent commercial shops of various categories were constructed with administrative approval of approximately ₹145 crore (1450 million rupees). With the completion of both phases, the state will be gifted with a modern, well-organized, and comprehensive wholesale commercial complex.

This new wholesale market will provide new energy to the state's trade, investment, and industrial activities. It will also create new employment opportunities and play a key role in establishing Raipur as a strong and well-organized business hub. Fulfilling a long-standing need for merchants, this project will provide them with a safe, convenient, and modern business environment.

Forest and Climate Change Minister Shri Kedar Kashyap, Skill Development, Technical Education and Employment Minister Shri Guru Khushwant Saheb, Raipur MP Shri Brijmohan Agrawal, Rajya Sabha MP Smt. Laxmi Verma, MLAs Shri Rajesh Munat, Shri Motilal Sahu, Shri Purandar Mishra and Shri Sunil Soni, Chairman of Chhattisgarh Housing and Infrastructure Development Board Shri Anurag Singh Dev, Raipur Mayor Smt. Meenal Choubey, Chairman of District Panchayat Raipur Shri Naveen Agrawal along with a large number of public representatives, businessmen, dignitaries and officers and employees of the Board will be present in the inauguration and naming ceremony.

The new wholesale market at Doomratari is a powerful example of the Chhattisgarh Housing and Infrastructure Development Board's commitment to quality, innovation, and public service. This project will play a vital role in stimulating trade, investment, employment generation, and overall economic development in the state in the coming years.