00 Minister Dewangan and Mayor Sanjudevi inaugurated the Korba Rifle Shooting Range established by the corporation behind the stadium 
Raipur. State's Commerce Industry, Labour, Excise and Public Enterprises Minister Mr. Lakhanlal Dewangan said on Saturday that our Korba city is changing rapidly, is improving rapidly and the city is achieving new achievements daily. He said that the Korba Rifle Shooting Range established by the Municipal Corporation is another sign, another proof of the changing Korba - improving Korba. He said that I congratulate and thank Mayor Mrs. Sanjudevi Rajput, Commissioner Ashutosh Pandey and Chairperson Nutan Singh Thakur for giving this big gift of Rifle Shooting Range to the players of Korba, the youth here who are making their career in the field of rifle shooting, children and shooting lovers. 

Korba Rifle Shooting Range has been established by Municipal Corporation Korba behind Priyadarshini Indira Stadium located in TP Nagar. It is noteworthy that Corporation Chairman Nutan Singh Thakur, who is also the Secretary of Korba Rifle Shooting Academy, proposed to Commissioner Ashutosh Pandey that a rifle shooting range should be established in Korba. Mayor Smt. Sanjudevi Rajput and Commissioner Ashutosh Pandey readily agreed to this proposal and a rifle shooting range was established in Korba. Korba Rifle Shooting Range was formally inaugurated in a dignified program organized on Saturday under the chief hospitality of State Industry Minister Lakhanlal Devangan and the chairmanship of Mayor Smt. Sanjudevi Rajput. Industry Minister Shri Devangan unveiled the inauguration plaque and cut the ribbon and worshipped the rifles and formally inaugurated the shooting range by shooting with a rifle.

In his address on this occasion, Industry Minister Mr. Dewangan further stated that Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi and State Chief Minister Mr. Vishnudev Sai are taking a special interest in the development of sports and the expansion of sports facilities, and that our country is constantly achieving new achievements in the field of sports. He added that Chief Minister Mr. Vishnudev Sai, in a meeting of the Central Region Development Authority, approved ₹10 crore each for the establishment of the Tribal Boys and Girls Sports Council. He further stated that as far as the Korba Municipal Corporation is concerned, the corporation has successfully fulfilled its basic responsibilities and ensured the overall development of the municipal area, as well as undertaken extensive work to enhance sports facilities in Korba, a fact well known to all. He added that when he was Mayor, a statue of the legendary hockey player, Major Dhyanchand, was installed, and the square was renamed Major Dhyanchand Chowk. A swimming pool was constructed near the stadium, and the open theatre, Ghantaghar Ground, was preserved, where new sports activities are being conducted daily. He said that the establishment of the Korba Rifle Shooting Range has provided a significant advantage to rifle shooting athletes. They will be able to practice here and showcase their talent on national and international platforms, bringing glory to Korba district and Chhattisgarh. He said that the Korba Rifle Shooting Academy will certainly receive all the necessary support for the development of the shooting range and the availability of modern facilities.  On this occasion, Mayor Sanjudevi Rajput, in her address, said that the establishment of a rifle shooting range in Korba, inaugurated today by Industry Minister Dewangan, is a
moment 
of joy and pride for all of us. We are particularly pleased that our Commissioner Ashutosh Pandey has a special interest in sports and works with full determination on any suggestions presented to him for the development of sports. Mayor Mrs. Rajput said that the corporation has done remarkable work to increase sports facilities in Korba. Any proposal brought forward for the development of the Korba Rifle Shooting Range and to provide better and state-of-the-art facilities there will definitely be implemented. Chairman and Secretary of the Korba Rifle Shooting Academy, Mr. Nutan Singh Thakur, and Commissioner Mr. Ashutosh Pandey also expressed their views on this occasion.

A big gift for the players and shooting lovers of Korba city. 
On this occasion, the President of the District Olympic Association, Mr. Naushad Khan, in his address said that the Municipal Corporation of Korba has always played an important role in the development of sports and providing sports facilities in Korba. In this series, today the city has also received the gift of Korba Rifle Shooting Range, for which I congratulate the Industry Minister Mr. Dewangan, Mayor Mrs. Rajput and Commissioner Mr. Pandey. He said that the rifle shooting players will practice here.
The place neglected for years has been equipped with a well-organized shooting range today. 
The place behind the Indira Priyadarshini Indira Stadium in T.P. Nagar, where the shooting range was established, was lying neglected for years, there was a heap of garbage there, there was also a possibility of anti-social activities there, that neglected place has been equipped as a well-organized rifle shooting range today due to the efforts of Corporation Commissioner Mr. Ashutosh Pandey, the hall filled with junk behind the stadium has been converted into Korba Rifle Shooting Academy and Indoor Shooting Range. 
Excellent players were honored 
On this occasion, Industry Minister Mr. Devangan, Mayor Mrs. Rajput and other guests honored the players who performed excellently in various sports. Players like Shruti Yadav, Yamini Borde, Piyush Singh, Ajit Anand, Akash Saraf and coach Neeraj Nikhil in rifle shooting, Ayushman Tanojia, Krishna Kushwaha in basketball, Yamini Prajapati, Abhishek Saw in football, Nanda Singh, Harshu Srivastava in volleyball, Piyush Chandra, Sarah Gabriel in swimming, Arpit Dubey, Gulshan Borkar, Gauri Karsh, HD Rai, Ishaak Kujur, Vibha Mishra in junior boxing, Rajeshwari Lahare, Anay Agarwal, Pooja Mishra, Harsh Yadav, Ronish Kujur etc. in senior boxing were honoured. 
On this occasion, Councilor Narendra Devangan, Councilor Mathura Bai Chandra, Mukund Singh Kanwar, Additional Commissioner Vinay Mishra, Press Club President Rajendra Jaiswal, District Olympic Association President Naushad Khan, Korba Rifle Shooting Academy President Mahesh Agarwal, Treasurer Ranjan Prasad, Zone Commissioner Akhilesh Shukla, Narendra Mehta, Dr. Vikas Chandra, Dr. Jitendra Kumar, Lakshmi Chauhan, Uttam Adile, Santosh Kewat, Tarkeshwar Mishra, Ravi Sahi, Surendra Rajwade, Mantu Singh, Prafull Tiwari, Narendra Patanwar, Advocate Ravi Sharma, Maheshwar Singh, Sumit Singh, etc. along with officials of various sports associations, players and other citizens were present.

Raipur. This IPL season is bringing special excitement for cricket fans in Raipur. Two matches of the Indian Premier League will be played in Raipur. Ticket rates for the IPL matches have been finalized. The starting price for general spectators is around 2,000 rupees, so that more people can participate in the event. Different categories of stands have been created for 2,500, 3,500, 5,000, and 8,000 rupees. These prices have been set so that spectators of every category can enjoy the match according to their convenience.
Keeping students in mind, tickets are planned to be available for around 2,000 rupees, so that a larger number of young people can also reach the stadium. For those who want a premium experience, Silver category tickets are priced at around 20,000 rupees, Gold at 30,000 rupees, and Platinum at 40,000 rupees. Apart from this, one will have to spend around Rs 30,000 to experience the corporate box, where the spectators get more facilities and better view.

This will not only be a sporting event, but a grand celebration for the entire city. It's been a long time since such a high-profile match has been held here, generating tremendous excitement among the fans. All these matches will be played at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium, considered the largest and most modern cricket stadium in Chhattisgarh. International and IPL matches have been held here before, proving that the ground is fully prepared for major events. The administration and organizers have also intensified preparations regarding security, traffic, and facilities.
Which teams will clash?
Raipur has two exciting matches this time. On May 10th, there will be a match between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Mumbai Indians, considered one of the most popular teams in the IPL. Following this, on May 13th, Royal Challengers Bangalore will face Kolkata Knight Riders. Both matches will start at 7:30 pm, giving spectators the opportunity to watch high-voltage cricket in prime time.

Raipur. The facility of online payment on the RTI online.cg.gov.in portal of Chhattisgarh state is available since the inception of the portal. In the year 2023, this portal was integrated with the State Bank of India and linked to the UPI payment system, which provided the citizens with the option of simple, secure and fast payment.
From January 1, 2023 to April 18, 2024, a total amount of Rs 7 lakh 03 thousand 42 has been received through online and physical payments through the portal, which is a proof that citizens are actively using digital means.

The State Government is continuously making efforts to make services under the Right to Information Act more transparent, accessible, and technology-based. Technical upgrades are also being made to the portal from time to time to ensure applicants do not face any inconvenience. It is also noteworthy that the State Government is committed to digitizing citizen services and will continue to make necessary improvements to the portal in the future to make it more user-friendly and effective.

Raipur. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai, concrete steps are being taken continuously to strengthen and ensure a reliable power supply in the state. In this regard, a comprehensive plan is being implemented to address the problem of low voltage in various rural areas of the state, including Jashpur district.
On the Chief Minister's instructions, additional transformers will be installed in 133 villages, towns, and localities in Jashpur district. This initiative will ensure a permanent solution to the long-standing problem of low voltage and frequent power outages. This will directly benefit farmers, students, and small businesses, enabling them to conduct their daily activities more smoothly.

As part of the state government's expansion of power infrastructure, work is also progressing rapidly on high-level projects in Jashpur district. A state-of-the-art 400/220 kV substation is being established at Harradand in Kunkuri, which will be one of the state's major high-capacity substations. Additionally, new 33/11 kV substations will be established at various locations, including Salihatoli, Vipatpur, Bhagora, Samdama, Maini, Rede, Palidih, Khutera, and Chetwa. High-capacity 132/33 kV substations have also been approved in Farsabahar and Jhikki Bagicha, further strengthening the regional power distribution system.
Implementation of these projects will significantly improve the quality of power supply in the state, reduce low voltage and tripping issues, and boost industrial and agricultural activities. This initiative by the state government is expected to positively impact the quality of life in rural areas. The people of the state expressed their gratitude to Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai for this initiative and called it an important step towards the overall development of the state.

00 Lakshmi Sakhi Millet Cart gives new impetus to self-reliance
0 Millet carts and cheques distributed to beneficiaries

Raipur. Describing women's empowerment as the foundation for the state's overall development, Women and Child Development Minister Smt. Laxmi Rajwade said that when women are empowered, families, society, and the entire state become stronger. Addressing the state-level Lakshmi Sakhi Millets Cart distribution program held at her residence in Naya Raipur, she said the state government is continuously working to empower women and integrate them into the mainstream of development.

During the program, Minister Smt. Rajwade distributed Lakshmi Sakhi Millet Carts to women from various self-help groups. Several beneficiaries, including Smt. Shailendra Kurre, Smt. Digeshwari Nishad, Smt. Anita Tandi, Smt. Suman Verma, Smt. Deepali Rajput, Smt. Deepa Soni, Smt. Kamini Bothra, Smt. Subhadra Nirmalkar, Smt. Geeta Sahu, and Smt. Preeti Sahu, were present. The Minister stated that the Millet Cart campaign has emerged as a powerful means of self-employment for women. Smt. Lokeshwari Rasiya and other women from Narharpur village in Kanker district are earning between 2,000 and 3,000 rupees per day and 25,000 and 30,000 rupees per month. She stated that the state government's goal is to make as many women as possible millionaires, ensuring their economic empowerment.

He stated that women's empowerment is not merely the implementation of schemes, but rather a continuous process of developing self-confidence, capabilities, and equal opportunities in women. When women are educated, capable, and self-reliant, both the family and society develop holistically, and the state's economy also strengthens. The Mahila Kosh Yojana and Saksham Yojana, run by the Chhattisgarh government, are playing a crucial role in this direction. Under the Mahila Kosh Yojana, loans have been provided to women in self-help groups since 2003 at an annual interest rate of only 3 percent. Loans of up to ₹2 lakh are provided for the first time, and up to ₹6 lakh for the second time if repaid on time. In 2021, the state government waived old loans worth ₹12.77 crore, making approximately 100,000 women eligible for re-loans.

According to the data, loans worth Rs 10.70 crore were distributed to 10,500 women in the year 2022-23, while the target has been set to distribute loans worth Rs 31 crore to 2500 groups in 2023-24. Similarly, under the Saksham scheme, loans worth Rs 2.63 crore were sanctioned in the year 2022-23 to encourage women for individual self-employment. Due to the positive impact of these schemes, women are earning an income of Rs 1,000 to Rs 5,000 per month by joining various livelihood activities including papad manufacturing, cosmetics, grocery business and are becoming self-reliant.

Raipur. Deputy Chief Minister and Urban Administration and Development Minister Shri Arun Saw will review the works of all the urban bodies of the state by holding a marathon meeting for two days in the capital Raipur. During this, he will take information about the progress of development works and implementation of schemes in all the bodies. The Urban Administration Department has directed all the Corporation Commissioners and Chief Municipal Officers to be present in the meeting along with their senior engineers.
Deputy Chief Minister Shri Saw will review the works of all the Municipal Corporations of the state from 10 am on April 20 at the Circuit House Convention Hall located in Civil Lines, Raipur. He will review the works of the Municipal Councils from 2.30 pm onwards. Shri Saw will review the works of all the Nagar Panchayats division wise throughout the day on the next day, April 21. 
These works and schemes will be reviewed:
During the two-day marathon meeting, Deputy Chief Minister Shri Arun Saw will review the works of revenue collection in urban bodies, payment of electricity bills, salary payment, infrastructure development and works of 15th Finance Commission, Nalanda complexes, Nagarothan Yojana, water supply schemes, disaster management, Godham Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, Amrit Mission, Swachh Bharat Mission, PM Swanidhi Yojana, Atal Monitoring Portal, i-Got Karmayogi and rain water harvesting.

Raipur. Shri Arun Saw, Deputy Chief Minister of the state and Minister in charge of Public Works, Public Health Engineering, Urban Administration and Development, Sports and Youth Welfare, and North Bastar (Kanker) District, inaugurated the Mawa Modol Library in Charama, Kanker district, on Sunday. Following the inauguration, he inspected the library and interacted with the young students there. He shared his experiences as a student, urging them to study diligently, take advantage of the government's facilities, and, through success, bring glory to their country, state, and region. He also extended his best wishes to all the students for a bright future. Built at a total cost of ₹43 lakh, this fully equipped library will accommodate 75 students preparing for various competitive examinations. Mrs. Shalini Rajput, Chairperson of the Chhattisgarh Handicrafts Board, and Mrs. Kiran Nareti, Chairperson of the District Panchayat, were present on the occasion.

Addressing the ceremony marking the library's inauguration, Deputy Chief Minister Sao said that under the leadership of Chief Minister Vishnudev Sao, the state government is continuously working to shape the future of children. Whether it's providing facilities for competitive exam preparation in Delhi or establishing libraries and Nalanda campuses across the state, students are being provided with adequate facilities for competitive exam preparation. In Kanker district, the district administration is also continuously providing excellent facilities for children. In this series, the Mawa Modol Library in Charama is being inaugurated today. Children from the entire region can study here in a positive environment and shape their future. He extended his best wishes to the residents of the area, as well as to all the youth preparing for competitive exams and their parents.

Local MLA Smt. Savitri Mandavi also addressed the function. She said that with the establishment of Mawa Modol Library, the children of this area will get the benefit of the library. By preparing well in Mawa Modol Library, children can shape their future. Collector Mr. Nilesh Kumar Mahadev Kshirsar said in his address that Mawa Modol Library will be established in all the 11 tehsil headquarters of the district, so that the children of that area can study in the library and get into higher positions. This is the sixth library of Kanker district, before this Mawa Modol free library is being operated in Kanker, Bhanupratappur, Korar, Durgukundal and Antagarh. The program was attended by dignitaries including Chairman of Nagar Palika Parishad Kanker, Mr. Arun Kaushik, Chairman of Nagar Panchayat Charaama, Mr. Bhuneshwar Nag, Superintendent of Police, Mr. Nikhil Rakhecha, CEO District Panchayat, Mr. Haresh Mandavi, District Education Officer, Mr. Ramesh Nishad, Mahesh Jain, Umadevi Sharma, students and teachers preparing for competitive examinations.

00 We will remove all obstacles and ensure that women get the constitutional right of 33% reservation 
00 Due to the negative attitude and evil deeds of the Congress, the date of 17th April has been recorded as a black chapter: Singh

Raipur. Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai and Bharatiya Janata Party's National General Secretary Arun Singh have strongly targeted the allies of the Indian alliance including Congress for not allowing the Nari Shakti Vandan (Amendment) Act to be passed in the Lok Sabha. In an important press conference called at the state office located in Kushabhau Thackeray complex here on Sunday, the two leaders said that Congress and the opposition parties will have to bear the consequences of this great sin committed against women. 

Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai said that to empower half of our country's population, our mothers and sisters, to participate in the country's development and ensure their 33 percent leadership in the Lok Sabha and Legislative Assemblies, the Nari Shakti Vandan (Amendment) Act was introduced under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah and was discussed in a special session of Parliament. Prior to the Parliament session convened from April 16th to 18th, a positive atmosphere prevailed throughout the country and state. Women across the country were filled with enthusiasm and excitement about this Act. Numerous programs were held across the country expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Modi. Unfortunately, the joy of our mothers and sisters was not realized due to the stubborn and anti-women political stance of the Congress, Trinamool Congress, DMK, and Samajwadi Party. Mr. Sai said that women have a revered place in our country. Respecting their brilliant intellect, we were going to honor women by giving them their rights in national politics. But by creating obstacles in this, the Indi alliance has committed the sin of doing grave injustice to women power.

State Chief Minister Mr. Sai, while detailing the 50 percent reservation for women in Panchayats, other women's empowerment schemes implemented by the previous BJP government during Dr. Raman Singh's tenure as Chief Minister, as well as the women's welfare schemes implemented by the current Central and State BJP governments, said that the BJP government has always protected the constitutional rights and dignity of women at every level. Today, women's leadership in the three-tier Panchayats has increased from 50 to 57 percent. Similarly, women's representation in the State Assembly is approximately 22 percent. Mr. Sai said that following the British policy of divide and rule, the Congress party has only been talking about women's reservation for the past three decades. However, whenever the time comes to take meaningful initiative and enact legislation, the Congress party turns its back on it, and this same character has been demonstrated this time too. By negotiating delimitation, religion-based reservations, and despicable attempts to create North-South animosity, the Congress party prevented the passage of the Nari Shakti Vandan Act. This is a blatant betrayal and insult to our nation's 700 million mothers and sisters. The nation's women will certainly not forgive the Indi alliance for this, and the entire opposition, including the Congress, will have to suffer the consequences. Mr. Sai stated that despite the bill's failure to pass, the BJP's resolve remains unshaken, and by removing all obstacles in the way of this act, we will ensure the nation's women gain the constitutional right to 33 percent reservation.

BJP National General Secretary Arun Singh said that due to the Congress party's negative attitude and misdeeds regarding the Nari Shakti Vandan Act, which provides for women's reservation, April 17th has been etched into a dark chapter. By opposing women's reservation, the Congress party has insulted the women of the country, and the women of the country will forever remember this insult and teach the Congress a lesson. Mr. Singh stated that whenever the issue of women's interests and rights has arisen, the Congress party has always harassed them. On issues like the Shah Bano case and the Triple Talaq law, the Congress party has consistently betrayed women. Discussing the three-decade-long process of women's reservation, Mr. Singh stated that every time, the Congress party and its allies opposed it, and even tore the Women's Reservation Bill to pieces in Parliament. The Women's Reservation Bill was passed in the Rajya Sabha in 2010, but it was not introduced in the Lok Sabha for years. This is the Congress party's thinking.

BJP National General Secretary Shri Singh said that the Central Government had introduced three bills in the Lok Sabha, including the Nari Shakti Vandan Act, related to women's reservation. There was unprecedented enthusiasm among women across the country regarding the Nari Shakti Vandan Act. They, along with all sections of society, were confident that the bill would be passed. However, the Congress party opposed the bill with its fabricated arguments and cunning thinking. Most shameful, when the bill, which provided reservation for women, was defeated, while women were in tears, the opposition parties, including the Congress, celebrated in Parliament by clapping, thumping tables, and walking out of the House. Shri Singh said that Union Home Minister Amit Shah provided a concise and satisfactory response to all the fabricated arguments of the Congress party. Prime Minister Shri Modi even assured the opposition of the bill's passage, but the Congress and the opposition were not clear-minded. Prime Minister Shri Modi wanted the Nari Shakti Vandan Bill, passed in 2023, to be implemented before the 2029 elections. Mr. Singh said that since 2014, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the central government and the BJP/NDA state governments have accomplished so much for the welfare of women that the Congress and the opposition cannot even imagine. Discussing in detail the women-development-focused schemes implemented by the central government and the Chhattisgarh government, Mr. Singh said that because of these efforts, the country's women have unwavering faith in Prime Minister Mr. Modi.

BJP National General Secretary Shri Singh said that when questions are being raised about the need for delimitation, it is worth considering that according to the 1971 census, the population was 54 crore, while today the population is 140 crore. In some Lok Sabha constituencies, the population has reached 28 to 38 lakh, so those seats should be decided in proportion to the population. In the upcoming Assembly and Lok Sabha elections, the number of seats in Chhattisgarh would increase to 135 and 18, respectively. This is also the basic spirit of the Constitution. Congress also objects to delimitation based on the same basis without making even the slightest change to the Delimitation Act. Congress constantly accuses our constitutional institutions. The BJP will go to the booth-mandal level on this issue and expose the Congress's lies and anti-women nature, accurately exposing the BJP's viewpoint. Congress, in collaboration with opposition parties, has committed the sin of betraying women, and it will have to suffer the consequences in the future.

BJP State President Kiran Dev, Women and Child Development Minister Smt. Laxmi Rajwade, State President of BJP Mahila Morcha Vibha Awasthi, MP Roopkumari Chaudhary, Kamlesh Jangde, Mayor Meenal Choubey, former State Spokesperson (Madhya Pradesh) Ms. Neha Bagga were present in the press conference.

New Delhi. Nepal's political landscape is about to be shaken. Prime Minister Balen Shah's government has taken a decision that could cause significant political leaders to lose their sleep.

The government has established a special commission to investigate the assets of politicians and officials who have been in power since 2006. This investigation has now covered not just one or two, but seven former Prime Ministers.

The list includes prominent names like Pushpa Kamal Dahal, Sher Bahadur Deuba, and KP Sharma Oli. Additionally, more than 100 ministers and several senior officials will also be under investigation.

The government says this step is aimed at curbing corruption and illegal wealth. A high-level panel, comprised of former judges and senior officials, has been formed to conduct an impartial investigation into the matter.

Now everyone's eyes are on who gets trapped in this investigation and how big revelations come to light.

Raipur. Important news has emerged regarding the Raipur Police. Vikas Kumar, previously posted as DCP (Traffic and Protocol), will now take on a key role in a central agency.

2020 batch IPS Vikas Kumar has been deputed to the post of Superintendent of Police (SP) in the National Investigation Agency.

The Union Home Ministry has issued orders in this regard and information regarding this has been sent to the Chhattisgarh government.

This appointment is also considered important for Raipur Police, because a young officer from the city has now got a chance to work at the national level.

Raipur. Political activity has intensified following the devastating accident at the Vedanta Power Plant in Sakti. Amidst the deaths of 20 workers and injuries to over 30, Leader of the Opposition Charandas Mahant personally arrived at the scene to assess the situation.

State Congress President Deepak Baij and many other leaders were also present with him.

Upon reaching the spot, Mahant expressed deep sorrow over the accident and clearly said that a serious investigation should be conducted into this entire matter and strict action should be taken against those responsible.

The area has been in a state of panic since the plant accident. The injured are being treated, and rescue teams are working tirelessly.

Raipur. Amidst the ongoing controversy over delimitation in the Lok Sabha, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has made a major statement, trying to change the entire narrative.

Shah clearly stated that this bill will not harm the states of South India, but will directly benefit them. While the South currently has 129 seats, the new proposal will increase this number to 195.

Accusing the opposition of spreading confusion, he said that the percentage of seats will remain roughly the same, meaning no state's strength will decrease. Citing examples, he said that Tamil Nadu's seats will increase from 39 to 59, Karnataka's from 28 to 42, and Andhra Pradesh and Telangana's seats will also see a significant increase.

Most importantly, Shah made it clear that this entire system will not be implemented before 2029. This means that until then, elections will be held under the old system.

He also gave a major update regarding the caste census and said that caste data will also be added during the counting of individuals in the second phase.

Nari Shakti Vandan Act marks a historic step towards women’s empowerment in India

Chief Minister attends Nari Shakti Vandan Maha Sammelan

Raipur, Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai attended the Nari Shakti Vandan Maha Sammelan held at Deendayal Upadhyay Auditorium in Raipur on Wednesday. Reaffirming the government’s commitment to women’s empowerment, he described passing of the Nari Shakti Vandan Act, 2023 a historic step that will ensure “greater participation of women in decision-making processes” across the country.

Extending his greetings to women, Chief Minister stated that in India’s Sanatan tradition, women hold the highest position. “We worship the divine feminine,” he remarked, highlighting that Goddess Lakshmi represents prosperity, Saraswati symbolises knowledge, and Durga embodies strength. He added that although efforts for women’s reservation were made earlier, the decisive implementation became possible only under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, reflecting “firm will and visionary governance.”

Chief Minister also cited key initiatives such as Beti Bachao-Beti Padhao, Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana, and Mahtari Vandan Yojana, stating that these schemes have paved the way for “inclusive and sustainable empowerment of women.” He informed that the state is celebrating this year as ‘Mahtari Gaurav Varsh’, under which nearly 70 lakh women are receiving Rs. 1,000 per month through the Mahtari Vandan Yojana. This financial support is enabling women to progress in education, healthcare, and livelihood sectors, fostering “economic independence at the grassroots level.”

Shri Sai further stated that Naxalism in the Bastar region has been effectively curbed, and the state is now moving steadily on a path of development. Describing the Nari Shakti Vandan Act as one of the most important decisions of the 21st century, he said it will provide “new strength to women’s participation and leadership in governance.” During the event, the resolve of “women’s role in decision-making from Panchayat to Parliament—preparing a new India” was reiterated.

He noted that over 14 lakh women are already actively contributing in Panchayati Raj institutions, reflecting their growing confidence and leadership capacity. On the occasion, the Chief Minister felicitated women with flowers and extended his congratulations and best wishes.

Speaking at the event, Women and Child Development Minister Smt. Laxmi Rajwade emphasised that women’s determination and strong willpower are enabling them to take significant decisions. She said that when given responsibility, women can transform the nation’s future, reinforcing the idea of “equal participation in nation-building.”

Former Rajya Sabha MP Smt. Saroj Pandey stated that the Act will be implemented by 2029, under which women will receive 33 percent reservation in the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies, ensuring “fair representation in legislative institutions.”

The programme was attended by MP Smt. Roopkumari Chaudhary, MP Shri Brijmohan Agrawal, Padma Shri awardee Sushri Usha Barle, MLA Shri Purandar Mishra, Chairperson of the Child Protection Commission Smt. Varnika Sharma, renowned hockey player Sushri Neeta Dongre, and several other public representatives and distinguished citizens.

Special campaign to be launched in the state for prompt redressal of public grievances

Camps to be held in rural and urban areas : 01 May to 10 June

Emphasis on time-bound resolution of public issues and public participation

Raipur, 

In order to ensure prompt and effective resolution of public grievances, the Government of Chhattisgarh will organize “Sushasan Tihar 2026” on a large scale this year as well. In this regard, Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai has issued a letter to all District Collectors of the state, providing detailed guidelines for the successful organization of the campaign.

In his letter, the Chief Minister has stated that time-bound redressal of public grievances is the cornerstone of good governance, and providing transparent, simple, and prompt services to citizens is the top priority of the state government. Considering the positive outcomes of last year’s Sushasan Tihar, it will be conducted on a much larger scale this year.

Instructions to resolve pending cases by 30 April

The Chief Minister has directed Collectors to conduct a special program to resolve pending cases in the district by 30 April 2026. This includes priority resolution of land-related cases such as mutation, partition, demarcation, pending wage payments under MGNREGA, pending payments under beneficiary-oriented schemes, issuance of income, caste, and residence certificates, electricity and transformer-related issues, and handpump repairs. He has also directed special focus on ensuring eligible beneficiaries receive benefits under schemes such as Ujjwala Yojana, ration cards, Ayushman Bharat, and social security pensions.

Public grievance redressal camps from 01 May to 10 June

Under Sushasan Tihar, public grievance redressal camps will be organized across the state from 01 May to 10 June 2026. In rural areas, camps will be held in clusters of 15 to 20 Gram Panchayats, while in urban areas they will be organized based on ward clusters. These camps will include extensive awareness drives regarding various government schemes, and eligible beneficiaries will be provided benefits on the spot. Directions have also been given to ensure that applications received in the camps are resolved within a maximum of one month and that applicants are informed about the status of their applications.

The Chief Minister has instructed that during the campaign, Ministers, Members of Parliament, and Members of Legislative Assembly, along with the Chief Secretary and in-charge Secretaries, will periodically visit the camps to inspect arrangements and interact with the public.

Chief Minister to conduct surprise inspections and review meetings

During the campaign, Chief Minister Shri Sai himself will visit various districts to conduct surprise inspections of development works and implementation of schemes, and will take feedback from beneficiaries. He will also hold review meetings with officials at district headquarters to assess the status of disposal of applications received in the camps and the progress of various schemes. After inspections and review meetings, the Chief Minister will address press briefings and meet with various social organizations and citizens to gather suggestions.

Extensive publicity for public participation

The Public Relations Department and district administrations have been directed to prepare an effective action plan for wide publicity of Sushasan Tihar through various media, so that maximum citizens can participate in the campaign. The Chief Minister has urged all Collectors to ensure advance preparations and transform this campaign into a mass movement with maximum public participation, ensuring that citizens receive the full benefits of government schemes.

Raipur, / Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai today spoke to Bihar Chief Minister Shri Samrat Chaudhary over telephone and extended his heartiest congratulations and best wishes to him on assuming the new responsibility.

Chief Minister Mr. Sai stated that under the leadership of Mr. Samrat Chaudhary, Bihar will establish new dimensions of development, good governance, and public welfare. He expressed confidence that Mr. Chaudhary's experience, leadership, and dedication to public service will ensure rapid progress in Bihar.

It is noteworthy that Shri Samrat Chaudhary has taken oath as the Chief Minister of Bihar today.

Chief Minister launches state-level campaign for online self-enumeration under Census 2027

Appeal to citizens for active participation in the census campaign

Accurate census data helps in preparing plans for the coming years.

Raipur, April 16, 2026: Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai today launched the Census 2027 campaign by conducting an online self-enumeration under the Census 2027 program at the Chief Minister's residence in Raipur. He personally entered his information on the portal, urging citizens to actively participate in this national endeavor.
Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai stated that India is conducting the world's largest census campaign, and the online self-enumeration process has begun in Chhattisgarh today. He added that citizens can self-enter their family information through the online portal between April 16 and April 30, 2026. He added that this year the census has been modernized and digitalized, making the process more transparent and accessible.
Chief Minister Shri Sai emphasized that the census is not merely a collection of data, but a foundation for determining the future direction of the state and the country. Based on this data, the government formulates plans for the coming years, ensuring that the benefits of development reach every segment of society effectively. The Chief Minister stated that the first phase of the census will begin on May 1, 2026, involving house listing and enumeration. Until May 30, enumerators will go door-to-door to collect information on residential and non-residential buildings, their condition, use, and basic amenities such as drinking water, toilets, electricity, cooking gas, internet, and communication systems.
He urged the people of the state to provide accurate, clear, and complete information to the enumerators whenever they visit, as each piece of information plays a crucial role in shaping the state's development. He stated that all personal information provided during the census is kept completely confidential and will be used only for statistical and policy purposes.
The Chief Minister stated that Chhattisgarh is rapidly progressing on the path of development, and the census plays a crucial role in realizing the vision of "Developed Chhattisgarh 2047." Accurate data lays the foundation for better planning and effective development. He appealed to all citizens of the state to make this massive campaign a celebration of public participation and to actively cooperate.
During this, Additional Chief Secretary and Census Nodal Mr. Manoj Kumar Pingua, Collector Raipur Dr. Gaurav Kumar Singh, Census Director Mr. Kartikeya Goyal and other officials were present.