Raipur.  The ACB-EOW team has taken major action in the Patwari to Revenue Inspector promotion scam in Chhattisgarh. The Bureau team has arrested Virendra Jatav and Hemant Kaushik.

In the State Economic Offences Investigation/Anti Corruption Bureau, in connection with the Patwari to Revenue Inspector promotion recruitment scam, crime number-64/2025 registered under section 7 (C) of the Corruption Act 1988 as amended in 2018 and sections 420, 467, 468, 471, 120B of the Indian Penal Code, officers, employees and other people are being continuously interrogated.

In this case, accused Virendra Jatav, Assistant Statistical Officer, Office of Commissioner Land Records Raipur and Hemant Kaushik, Assistant Statistical Officer, Office of Regional Deputy Commissioner Land Records Raipur have been arrested today on the basis of sufficient evidence against them for taking huge amount of money from the candidates, locking the question paper and getting the questions prepared before the examination, with the intention of providing undue benefits to themselves and the senior officers. They are produced before the Honorable Court of the Criminal Procedure Code and further legal action is being taken.

EOW conducted raids at 19 locations.

In fact, the RI promotion scam case was registered as Bureau Crime No. 64/2025, Section 7C of the Prevention of Corruption Act 1988 as amended in 2018 and sections 420, 467, 468, 471, 120B of the Indian Penal Code on 18.11.2025.

Under this, on November 19, raids were conducted at the residences of officers/employees engaged in printing and distribution of question papers under the Examination Conducting Committee and at the residences of revenue officers engaged in liaisoning work for getting promotions.

Raids in these locations

Raids were conducted and searches were conducted at 10 places in Raipur, 1 in Gariaband, 1 in Bemetara, 1 in Bilaspur, 1 in Kanker, 1 in Bastar, 4 in Surguja, thus a total of 19 places were raided and searched.

During the search, digital evidence, transaction agreements, and other important documents were recovered. Following the analysis of the documents, two officials were arrested today.

Following this, the state government has ordered an investigation by the ACB. Following raids into the promotion scam, the ACB has arrested two officers. Read the investigation report to learn how revenue officials orchestrated the irregularities in the promotions from Patwari to RI.

The Revenue Department made the Patwaris sit together before the exam and solve the question paper. It is alleged that the Revenue Department officials, in exchange for 10 lakh rupees each, promoted the Patwaris to Revenue Inspectors. The most serious allegation is that the paper was leaked before the exam and those who were charged were made to sit together and solve the paper.

Second, the question paper was deliberately out of syllabus so that other Patwaris could not solve it. Furthermore, the same roll number was assigned to two and three Patwaris.

The Commissioner Land Records Office organized this exam. The officers made the candidates write their mobile numbers on the answer sheets. The purpose of this was to contact the Patwaris after the exam and strike a deal to pass them. There is no other exam in the country where mobile numbers are written on the answer sheets. If the identity of the candidate is revealed, then what is the meaning of the confidentiality of the exam?

order of investigation

Complaints reached high levels that Patwaris were paid to pass the RI selection exam and were made Revenue Inspectors. The Vishnudev government ordered an investigation into the scam. The government formed an inquiry committee headed by secretary-level IAS officer KD Kunjam.

Recommendation to conduct the examination again

The inquiry committee pointed out numerous flaws in the RI selection exam and recommended a re-examination. The committee considered the allegation that all successful Patwaris were gathered together before the exam to solve the paper to be serious and recommended a cyber cell investigation.

Revenue Department's lies exposed

The Revenue Department's lies have been exposed. The Revenue Department's Public Information Officer stated on January 29, 2025, that an investigation was underway, and the investigation report received by the NPG was submitted to the government on November 29, 2024. The investigation found the complaint to be true, stating that 22 family members, including husbands and wives, sisters-in-law, and brothers, were seated together. The nephew of an IAS officer rose from a Patwari to an RI without five years of service.

All this in the 9 page investigation report

Bhagwat Kashyap, State President, Revenue Patwari Sangh Chhattisgarh, Raipur, in a letter addressed to K. D. Kunjam, Special Secretary, Government of Chhattisgarh, Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection Department, Ministry, Nava Raipur, has mentioned 1. Order of Chhattisgarh Government Revenue Disaster and Management Department No. F 3-01/2024/Saat-3, Nava Raipur Atal Nagar, August 23, 2024, 2. Oral instructions of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection Department, Ministry, Nava Raipur, Letter No. 03/VS Food / 2024, Nava Raipur, dated 17/09/2024 and September 20, 2024 and 3. Letter No. 5354/A.Bhu of Office of Commissioner Land Records, Chhattisgarh, Nava Raipur Atal Nagar Indravati Bhawan, First Floor, Block-2. A./Training/2023 Atal Nagar, 25th September 2023 has been cited, requesting a high level inquiry into the Revenue Inspector Departmental Examination 2024.

Referring to the referenced letters, it has been written that in the letter number 5354/A.N.A./Training/2023 Atal Nagar of the Office of the Commissioner of Land Records, Chhattisgarh, Nava Raipur Atal Nagar Indravati Bhawan, 1st Floor Block-2, dated 25th September 2023, regarding the conduct of the Revenue Inspector Preliminary Examination, a memorandum was issued including rules and recruitment as per the provision contained in Chhattisgarh Land Records Part 1 Chapter 1, in relation to which point-wise information has been presented regarding irregularities in the departmental examination.

1. According to reference number 3, a memorandum was issued regarding the conduct of the examination after the submission of the application form, in accordance with the recruitment rules and instructions detailed in paragraphs 1 through 4. The memorandum did not specify the total number of vacant posts and the nature of reservations. It should be noted that since this examination was conducted for the recruitment of revenue inspectors from patwaris through a departmental examination, rather than a promotion, it was necessary to specify the total number of vacant posts and the nature of reservations.

2. The syllabus for the Revenue Inspector Preliminary Examination was released twice in which Bhuiyan software was not mentioned, despite that 7 questions related to Bhuiyan software were asked in the question paper.

3. Admit cards were issued for the Revenue Inspector preliminary examination, which contained specific instructions that were not followed. It should be noted that, as per the specific instructions, no symbol, name, or roll number should be written anywhere on the OMR sheet except in the designated area. Despite this, a column was created on the OMR sheet for the candidate's mobile number. Despite the fact that mobile numbers are private, asking for them violates the confidentiality of the examination.

4. Candidates must fill in the required information on the OMR sheet, which is verified by the invigilator at the center, who then signs the sheet. Roll number 240921 was issued to Harshvardhan Motghare, who was selected after the exam. However, his name was later removed from the list and the name of Pawan Kumar Netam, roll number 241921, was added to the manual selection list in his place, which is the subject of investigation. If any of these individuals made any errors in filling out the OMR sheet, they are responsible for it, as are the officers and employees working in the examination hall whose signatures are on the candidate's OMR sheet. This investigation is absolutely necessary. It should be noted that by order number 561/A.Bhoo.A./Exam/2024, Atal Nagar, September 5, 2024, the Office of the Commissioner of Land Records, Chhattisgarh, Nava Raipur, Atal Nagar, Pawan Netam, Patwari, District Kondagaon, roll number 241921, was prohibited from filling in his OMR sheet. The selection was made on the basis that the number "1" in the middle of roll number 241921 was mistakenly circled, which is against the law. Other candidates also claim that they circled the correct answer to all questions, but in some cases, they mistakenly circled "A" instead of "B" or "B" instead of "A," "C," or "D." Therefore, it seems appropriate to provide such candidates with an opportunity.

5. The roll numbers allotted for the examination have been assigned with the intention of seating relatives nearby. For example, roll numbers 241797 and 241798 were allotted to Kamal Kishore Tiwari, son of Ujjain Tiwari, and Nirmal Kumar Tiwari, son of Ujjain Tiwari, both from Surguja district, who are brothers. Similarly, roll numbers 241975 and 241976 were allotted to Tuleshwar Kashyap, son of Fagu Ram Kashyap, and Meena Ram Kashyap, son of Fagu Ram Kashyap, from Bastar district. Roll numbers 241770 and 241771 were allotted to Jitendra Kumar Dhruv, son of Umeram Dhruv, from Bilaspur district, and Nimesh Kumar Dhruv, son of Umeram Dhruv, from Bemetara district, who belong to different districts but are brothers. Similarly, roll numbers 240779 and 240780 belong to Hemant Singh Dhruv, son of Dilip Singh Dhruv, District Bastar, and Harish Singh Dhruv, son of Dilip Singh Dhruv, District Dhamtari, respectively. It appears that these roll numbers were allotted to all of them with the intention of gaining unfair advantage.

6. Some discrepancies are also being observed in the selection list after the examination. The selection of mutual relatives also brings the departmental examination under suspicion. Roll numbers 241770 and 241771, Jitendra Kumar Dhruv, son of Umeram Dhruv, District Bilaspur, and Nimesh Kumar Dhruv, son of Umeram Dhruv, District Bemetara, are brothers. Roll numbers 241797 and 241798, Kamal Kishore Tiwari, son of Ujjain Tiwari, and Nirmal Kumar Tiwari, son of Ujjain Tiwari, are also brothers. Roll numbers 241377 and 241370, Jaiprakash Jain, son of Rameshwar Jain, and Tapesh Kumar Jain, son of Rameshwar Jain, respectively, are real brothers, who also scored 88. Roll number 240319, Dhananjay Prasad Sahu, son of Baldau Prasad Sahu, Roll number 240061, Rashmilata Sahu, wife of Dhananjay Prasad Sahu, and Roll number 241785, Meenakshi Sahu, daughter of T.R. Sahu, are husband/wife/sister-in-law. Dhananjay Singh, son of Amarjeet Singh, roll number 242265, and Riya Das, son of Govind Das, roll number 242446, are husband and wife. This observation suggests that the possibility of exam fraud cannot be ruled out.

7. On January 29, 2024, Ramesh Kumar Netam, Sunil Nag, Manjul Ghodeshwar, Devendra Kumar Markam, and Punamchand Dehari, all from Kondagaon district, submitted a request to the Chhattisgarh Revenue Patwari Association (Central Patwari Association) requesting cognizance and action regarding the leakage of the 2024 Departmental Selection Examination for Revenue Inspector Training. They expressed concerns that some candidates had been selected before the results were announced. These include Shiv Kumar Poyam (roll number 241912), Ravindra Kumar Netam (roll number 241883), and Harishchandra Rana (roll number 242262). The five points mentioned in the above request require careful scrutiny. It should be noted that the Revenue Inspector Preliminary Examination was held on January 7, 2024, and the results were released on February 29, 2024.

8. Roll No. 241439 Ankit Sharma, son of Rajkumar Sharma, has been made eligible for the examination despite not having 3 years of service and has also been selected after the result.

9. Roll No. 240658 has obtained 26 and 24 marks respectively in the declared examination result, which is doubtful because how can different marks be awarded to the same candidate.

10. According to sources, blatant rigging occurred in the Revenue Inspector departmental examination. In order to benefit the unqualified, most candidates were assigned question papers before the exam. Prior to the exam, the candidates were provided with question papers, made to solve them, and were given continuous practice. This can be confirmed by obtaining the relevant candidates' residences and their mobile phone locations at the time.

11. In the examination, in two questions numbered 8, 18 from set A, 33, 43 from set B, 3, 43 from set C and 43, 48 from set D, the answer has been considered as B/B whereas such answers cannot be assessed in the OMR sheet.

The role of these revenue officers is suspicious.

12. As per the information received, Satish Uike, Assistant Programmer, Commissioner, Land Records Branch, Indravati Bhawan, Raipur and Hemant Kaushik, Assistant Superintendent, Land Records, Land Records Branch, Indravati Bhawan, Raipur both have a major role in the leak of the question paper of RI promotion examination. The role of Ritesh Chandel, Bilaspur Division and Satish Uike, Hemant Kaushik, H Toppon, State Inspectors Naresh Maurya, Dharmendra Dubey, Dharamdev Lakda from Bastar and Surguja Division is suspicious, whose mobile location needs to be checked.

13. On September 5, 2024, the department sent a letter to the district collectors for document verification of all selected Patwaris. While the government had said that an inquiry would be conducted regarding exam rigging, even after that, the process being carried forward is suspicious. Both have a major role. The role of Ritesh Chandel from Bilaspur division and Satish Uike, Hemant Kaushik, H Toppon from Bastar and Surguja divisions, along with the state inspectors Naresh Maurya, Dharmendra Dubey, and Dharamdev Lakda, is suspicious. Their mobile locations need to be investigated.

13. On 05 September 2024, the department did not send the documents of all the selected Patwaris to the District Collectors for verification, whereas the government had said that an inquiry would be conducted regarding the examination rigging. Even after that, taking the process forward is suspicious. It would not be justified to proceed further without conducting an inquiry.

Investigating officer raises big questions

The investigating officer has written in his report that Sir, the state assembly elections were in full swing, the code of conduct had been imposed, all the Patwaris of the state were busy day and night in various preparations for the elections and all the procedures for this departmental examination were being followed, the present Revenue Minister became the Chief Minister on 29 December and keeping him in the dark, this examination was conducted within just 7 days, what was the need for such haste? This also gives rise to suspicion and this is also a matter of investigation.

0 Big focus on this in the investigation report

15. Sir, a look at the question paper of Revenue Inspector Training Examination 2024 reveals that in the name of 50 questions, 2 questions were included in each question, and the answer to the question of every page including the last page was to be selected by turning the first page. Thus, by allocating 90 minutes for 50 questions, suddenly giving 100 questions in the same time and forcing one to turn the first page every time for selecting the answer is not right for any examination system and this also gives rise to doubt.

16. Sir, reading 100 questions in 90 minutes, then turning the page and selecting one of the options, then circling it completely on the OMR sheet and scoring 90 out of 100 marks by a departmental candidate is an impossible task and is a very serious matter that raises doubts.

17. Sir, polygram test should be conducted on every officer and employee involved in the said examination so that the lies can be exposed.

18. After the formation of Chhattisgarh state, departmental examinations for Patwari to Revenue Inspector were conducted in the years 2016, 2017, and 2019, in which the maximum marks obtained by selected candidates were 80 and the minimum was 36. However, in the examination held in 2024, the maximum marks obtained by selected candidates were 90 and the minimum was 64. It should be noted that objections were raised against 18 of the 50 questions in that examination, of which 3 were deleted. Despite this, it is suspicious that a candidate obtained a maximum of 90 marks. Documents are attached.

This has never happened before in Chhattisgarh.

The investigation officer has written in his report that till date in the history of Chhattisgarh, no one has ever scored 90 marks in the departmental examination and the cutoff number has also never been 64. Earlier, in the Revenue Inspector departmental examination, the cutoff number was 36-38. This time, the departmental examination paper has been sold to the Patwaris by an officer or employee of the department for a huge amount of money, due to which the hard working Patwaris are feeling cheated. Therefore, you are requested to get the call details, call location, WhatsApp group and messages of all the selected candidates and the named people checked a day or two before the examination, the entire scam will be exposed and if found guilty, action should be taken against them as per the rules.

Revenue Department constitutes high level investigation team in connection with the complaint.

In this case, by order number F 03-01/2024/Saat-3 dated August 23, 2024 of the Ministry of Revenue and Disaster Management Department of Chhattisgarh Government, a 5-member investigation team has been constituted for a high-level investigation into the irregularities committed in the Revenue Inspector Departmental Examination-2024.

The said inquiry committee obtained the necessary information regarding the subject matter of the investigation by sending letters to the complainants Bhagwat Kashyap, Anand Kumar Kashyap and the officer mentioned in the complaint, Hemant Kaushik, Deputy Commissioner, and obtained the necessary information regarding the documents and facts of the Revenue and Disaster Management Department and the complainants mentioned in the complaints received. After examining and reviewing all the documents by the committee, the following points of investigation have been determined in relation to the said investigation.

Raipur. A gang of fraudsters has become active again in Chhattisgarh by replacing ATM cards. Following the discovery of a similar case in the capital, Raipur, the police have mobilized to apprehend the gang.

A case of fraud has come to light in the capital Raipur, where an accused defrauded an elderly man by replacing his ATM card. The accused withdrew over 1 lakh rupees from his account. Following the complaint, the police have registered a case and begun an investigation.

ATM card changed after getting entangled in conversation

This entire incident occurred in the Amanaka police station area. An elderly man fell victim to fraud. A fraudster engaged him in conversation at an ATM and exchanged his ATM card. When the elderly man's son received a message on his mobile phone about the money being deducted, he realized the accused had withdrawn money from his account. A complaint was subsequently filed at the police station. The police have registered a case and begun an investigation.

Withdrawn more than Rs 1 lakh from ATM

The victim, Raja Ram Vohra, lives in the Housing Board Colony of Tatibandh. On November 13th, he went to the ATM near the Radha Krishna Temple to withdraw ₹5,000. A suspect entered the ATM and, after engaging him in conversation, replaced his ATM card. The fraud came to light the next day when his son received a message on his mobile stating that ₹1,09,500 had been deducted.

Police alerted citizens

It is reported that the accused withdrew a total of ₹1,09,500 through various transactions on November 13th. Following the victim's complaint, the Amanaka police have registered a case and launched an investigation. The police have also urged people not to share their credit and ATM PIN codes, or any type of OTP, with anyone. They have also urged caution when withdrawing money from ATMs.

00 Participates in Tribal Pride Day Celebrations in Chhattisgarh
Raipur. President Smt. Draupadi Murmu today graced the Tribal Pride Day celebrations organised by the Chhattisgarh Government at Ambikapur, Surguja in Chhattisgarh. Speaking on the occasion, the President said that the contribution of tribal communities is a glorious chapter in the history of India, which is the mother of democracy. Examples of this can be seen in ancient republics as well as in many tribal traditions, such as the Muria Darbar in Bastar – the parliament of the primitive people.The President noted that tribal heritage runs deep in various parts of the country, including Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Jharkhand. He expressed satisfaction that this year the Chhattisgarh government celebrated the Tribal Pride Fortnight on a grand scale from November 1 to 15.

The President underlined that over the past decade, national-level schemes have been developed and implemented for the development and welfare of tribal communities. Last year, on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, the Dharti Aaba Janjati Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan was launched. The benefits of this campaign will reach over 50 million tribal brothers and sisters across the country. In 2023, the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Nyay Maha Abhiyan (PM-Janman Abhiyan) was launched for the social and economic development of 75 Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). All these schemes are a testament to the priority the government gives to tribal communities.

The President said that to reinvigorate the development efforts of tribal communities, the Government of India has launched the Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan during the year of the 150th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda. He noted that a network of approximately 2 million volunteers is being created across the country under this Abhiyan. He expressed confidence that these volunteers will ensure the development of tribal communities by working at the grassroots level.

The President expressed his satisfaction at the fact that people across the country, including Chhattisgarh, are abandoning the path of Left Wing Extremism and joining the mainstream of development. He stated that with the deliberate and well-coordinated efforts of the Central and State Governments, it will be possible to eradicate Left Wing Extremism in the near future. He expressed his happiness that over 165,000 participants participated in the recently held Bastar Olympics. He expressed confidence that by following the ideals of tribal leaders, the people of Chhattisgarh will make invaluable contributions to building a strong, self-reliant, and developed India.

Raipur. President Smt. Draupadi Murmu attended the programme organised on November 20 at the PG College Ground in Surguja district to mark Tribal Pride Day 2025 as the chief guest. Governor Ramen Deka, Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai, Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, Government of India, Durga Das Uikey, Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs, Government of India, Tokhan Sahu, Minister of Tribal Development, Agriculture Development and Farmers Welfare, Ramvichar Netam, Minister in-charge of Surguja district and Finance and Commercial Taxes, Om Prakash Chaudhary, Tourism, Culture and Religious Endowments, Rajesh Agrawal, Forest and Climate Change, Transport, Cooperation and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kedar Kashyap, Public Health and Family Welfare, Medical Education, Backward Classes and Minority Development 20-Point Programme Implementation Minister Shyam Bihari Jaiswal, Women and Child Development and Social Welfare Department Minister Smt. Laxmi Rajwade, Surguja MP Chintamani Maharaj, North Raipur MLA Purandar Mishra, Jagdalpur MLA Kiran Singh Dev, Ambikapur Mayor Smt. Manjusha Bhagat were also present at the programme. Exhibitions were set up at the venue showcasing tribal culture, folk arts and crafts, jewelry and clothing, rituals, cuisine, musical instruments, herbs, etc. President Murmu visited the exhibitions. 

The program involved worshipping the deities at the Devgudi, the traditional Akhara site and the center of tribal religious faith. The
participants observed a symbolically constructed model of the traditional Akhara site and the Devgudi, the main religious center of tribal villages. Akharas are cultural sites of the tribal people inhabiting the Surguja region of Chhattisgarh state, located in the center or at crossroads of villages, often surrounded by clusters of shady trees. On various folk festivals, such as Karma, Mahadev Bair, Teeja Aathe, Jivatiya, Sohrai, Dasai, and Phagwa, men and women gather together to celebrate by singing folk songs and dancing to the beats of traditional musical instruments. Tribal community members performed traditional dances at the exhibition. Devgudi, the main religious center of tribal villages, is also known by various regional names in the state, such as Devala Devvalla, Mandir, Shitala, and Sarna. The Devgudi houses rural deities such as Budhadev, Budhidai, Shitala, Sarnadev, Dehwarin, and Mahadev. On various folk festivals, tribal people gather together to perform pujas under the guidance of the village Baiga, praying for the happiness, peace, and prosperity of the village. 
A model of the traditional tribal dwellings of Chhattisgarh was constructed at the venue. The President also inspected the model. Tribal dwellings are constructed of mud and wood, consisting
of one or two rooms and a veranda (parchai) in front of the main room. The roofs of the houses are clad in sloping tiles. One room is used as the kitchen, where kitchen utensils and household items are stored, while the other room is used as a bedroom. The veranda (parchai) houses other household items such as mortars, pestles, mortars, and pestles. 
An exhibition of ornaments worn by tribal people during various folk festivals and events was held. Kalinder Ram presented the President with a Pairi and a Gamchha.
An exhibition of traditional ornaments from the state was held during this period. President Draupadi Murmu visited the exhibition and inquired about the ornaments. Mr. Kalinder Ram presented the President with a Pairi and a Gamchha, which the President accepted with warmth. Mr. Kalinder Ram informed the President that traditional ornaments are made of gilt, copper, silver, and gold, and are worn during various folk festivals. Displays included the Hasuli (necklace), Bahuta (armband), Ainthi (wristband), a Chandwa (neckpiece) with a rupee (rupee) around the neck, a Kamarband (waistband), Pairi (foot rings), Toe rings, Thoth (earrings), and the Chuchhiya (Phuli) worn in the nose.

The exhibition showcased
instruments played by tribal people for entertainment during folk festivals. The President observed these instruments. The tribal people living in the state play stringed instruments, percussion instruments, ghan instruments, and wind instruments for excitement. Their melodious sounds are a sight to behold during festive occasions. There are many such instruments whose sounds can resonate for miles, inspiring people to dance spontaneously. In the Surguja and Bastar regions, the sounds of these instruments can be heard continuously for months. It is because of these instruments that the rich cultural heritage of the tribes remains alive. Instruments played by the tribes of the Surguja region during various folk festivals, including the mandar, dhol, cymbals, majira, tamboura, sarangi, khanjari, flute, chaurasi, and paijan, were on display. 
Herbs used for treatment by tribal communities were displayed.
An exhibition held at the venue showcased herbs used by tribal communities in the state to treat physical ailments. The exhibition showcased herbs like Ashwagandha, Kulanjan, Mulethi, Safed Musli, Giloy, Lal Jhimti, Arjun bark, Pisiya, Bhuichampa, Gokharu, Kutaj bark, Gudman leaves, Viraita, Rohine bark, Balamkhira, Harra and Behada large tamarind seeds, Hadsingar, Akarkara, Chiraigodi, Shilajit, and Balraj. They live in forests, hills, valleys, and lowlands. Their habitats are home to a variety of medicinal plants, tubers, roots, and vines. In case of physical ailments, tribal people seek treatment from these wild herbs. Vaidyas, Baigas, Guniyas, and Hathjods, the tribal community, are hereditary practitioners of treating people.
Traditional dishes and tubers
An exhibition of dishes prepared by tribal communities on festivals and other occasions was organised. Various types of roti, chutney, kohri (bari), laddu etc. were displayed here. Tribal women prepare dishes from the materials provided by nature and collect various types of tubers, fruits, flowers etc. from the forests and use them as food. During this, Kanda-Pitharu Kanda, Dang Kanda, Nakwa (Churka) Kanda, Sakhain Kanda etc. were displayed.

Raipur. Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai posted on his social media platform X on Thursday, writing that it was a moment of immense pride and honor to attend the Tribal Pride Day celebrations today under the chief patronage of Her Excellency President Mrs. Draupadi Murmu. The President's affection, warmth, and sensitivity towards Chhattisgarh's tribal community enhanced the dignity of this day manifold.

The President's interaction with Naxal-affected families, her honoring of the families of tribal heroes, and her emotional address on Chhattisgarh's tribal history filled every citizen of the state with pride. Her presence further strengthened the government's commitment to good governance towards our tribal traditions, culture, and development.

Our government is moving rapidly towards tribal development, forest-based livelihoods, and the complete eradication of Naxalism. The Chhattisgarh government is committed to the dignity, security, and prosperity of tribal communities. The President's participation is a historic milestone in tribal empowerment and the preservation of our cultural heritage.

Raipur. The 5th anniversary of the Drug Free India Campaign was celebrated in Chhattisgarh with unprecedented public participation and awareness. Under the guidance of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai and the leadership of Social Welfare Minister Smt. Laxmi Rajwade, a massive public campaign unfolded across the state. In coordination with all state departments, the Social Welfare Department organized a large-scale pledge program, with people from all walks of life enthusiastically participating.
The main state-level event was held at Hotel Marriott in Raipur. Several senior officials and employees, including Chairman of the Chhattisgarh State Disabled Finance and Development Corporation, Shri Lokesh Kavadia, Secretary of the Social Welfare Department, Shri Bhuvnesh Yadav, and Director Smt. Roktima Yadav, were present. All those present took the pledge of drug de-addiction, expressing their collective resolve to eradicate drugs.

Massive events organized across the state accelerated the campaign's momentum manifold.
24,749 people took the pledge at 543 sites. 69,356 youth participated in 505 programs at universities and colleges. 3,98,675 students and teachers in 7,452 schools pledged to build a drug-free society. 1,20,410 people pledged to quit drugs and inspire others to do the same in 9,355 programs organized by health workers and self-help groups. 57,570 people took the pledge at 2,103 other events.
Thus, a total of 6,70,760 people pledged to a drug-free society through online and offline channels at 19,958 sites—a historic record of public participation in the state.
The live broadcast of the major national event, organized by the Government of India at Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, was watched en masse by all districts, departments, government offices, universities, colleges, and schools across Chhattisgarh. This sparked new awareness and participation in the state.

The Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (Drug-Free India Campaign) is a significant initiative of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, strengthening public awareness, counseling, treatment, and rehabilitation services. Under the leadership of Social Welfare Minister Smt. Laxmi Rajwade, Chhattisgarh has transformed the campaign into a comprehensive social movement, involving departments such as Education, Health, Panchayat and Rural Development, Women and Child Development, Urban Administration, and Youth Services.
Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai stated that this public participation reflects Chhattisgarh's collective commitment to a drug-free society. Social Welfare Minister Smt. Laxmi Rajwade also stated that public awareness, counseling, and community-based activities will continue in the state, ensuring Chhattisgarh's continued progress towards becoming a drug-free and progressive state.
This widespread participation by Chhattisgarh has sent a strong national message that the state is united against drug abuse and is determined to build a healthy, safe, and aware society.

Raipur. Students from Brahmavid The Global School conducted an educational tour of Kushabhau Thakre University of Journalism and Mass Communication on Thursday. During the tour, the students were introduced to the field of mass communication and journalism. Addressing the students, Dr. Rajendra Mohanty, Head of the Department of Mass Communication, provided guidance on the possibilities in the field of mass communication. He stated that creativity is at the core of this education, without which the study remains incomplete. Students asked several important questions, including the success rate in the media field, the importance of journalism in students' lives, and whether creativity, intelligence, or behavior are more important. Answering all questions, Dr. Mohanty explained that media plays a crucial role in shaping society and influencing people's lives. First-semester BAMC students also shared their experiences with media education.
Following this, Dr. Nilesh Sahu, a teacher, introduced the students to the various systems of a community live radio station. He explained how RJs record programs, prepare scripts, and broadcast them. The students also recorded their own introductions and shared their views on the environment and contemporary issues on the radio.

Vinod Sawant explained the process of news broadcasting through a TV studio. Students closely observed the workings of a live news studio, the system for releasing breaking news, and the studio operations during a live broadcast. During the visit, students also gained hands-on experience with technical equipment such as the Panel Control Room (PCR), lighting, audio mixer, teleprompter, TriCaster, visual setup, and editing room. They also understood how the final output of live anchoring is created and the process by which frame selection is performed by TriCaster.

The students also visited the university library. The program was conducted by Chandrashekhar Shivare, the university coordinator. School teachers Abhishek Choubey, Shweta Sharma, Aishwarya Srivastava, and Shanmugpriya were present. From the university, Deepak Sahu, Jyoti Sahu, and first-semester BAMC students from the Department of Mass Communication assisted in the program.

Raipur. Chhattisgarh has achieved another historic achievement regarding the quality of health services. Integrated Public Health Lab (IPHL) of District Hospital Pandri Raipur and District Hospital Balodabazar have received national level quality certification under the National Quality Assurance Programme (NQAS) of the Government of India. Among these, IPHL of Pandri Raipur has become the first certified lab in the country, while IPHL of Balodabazar has become the second certified lab in the country and the state. This achievement proves the expansion of quality health services in Chhattisgarh and strengthening of lab facilities based on scientific standards.

As a direct result of the Chhattisgarh government's continued efforts to strengthen health services in the state, a total of 832 health institutions in the state have been evaluated and certified based on national standards between January 2024 and November 2025. These include health centers in remote areas like Chintagufa in Dantewada. It is noteworthy that for the first time in the country, such a large and systematic chain of laboratories has been evaluated and certified in any state, giving Chhattisgarh a unique position at the national level.

Both labs were evaluated by teams of expert evaluators nominated by the Government of India, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, New Delhi. The IPHL at Pandri Raipur was evaluated on September 10, 2025, while the IPHL at Balodabazar was evaluated on September 11, 2025. Both teams thoroughly reviewed the labs' functioning, patient-centric services, quality control, timely reporting, and safety procedures. Following the evaluation, the Pandri Raipur IPHL received certification with a score of 90%, and the Balodabazar IPHL received certification with a score of 88%. This score falls in the excellent category under the national standards of healthcare quality.

The concept of an Integrated Public Health Lab is fundamentally aimed at ensuring patients have access to a comprehensive range of pathology, biochemistry, and microbiology testing facilities under one roof. This not only increases the speed and reliability of testing, but also relieves people of unnecessary dependence on expensive private testing labs. This integrated model provides patients with affordable and accurate testing reports in one location.

IPHL in Pandri, Raipur, has become a model lab for the entire state. It conducts over 3,000 tests daily and offers over 120 types of testing services. Operating on a hub-and-spoke model, the lab also tests samples received from various community health centers and primary health centers in Raipur district. In emergency situations, the lab has also processed samples from medical colleges and other districts, demonstrating its capacity and utility.

IPHL in Balodabazar is also a rapidly emerging lab in terms of service quality. It performs 1,000 to 1,200 tests daily and offers over 100 types of lab testing. The lab's state-of-the-art equipment, trained technicians, and timely reporting are providing significant relief to thousands of patients in the district. Patients from rural and tribal areas no longer need to travel to cities or private labs for testing.

The Pandri Raipur IPHL model has previously been recognized nationally by the Ministry of Health. Teams from more than 13 states have visited the lab and observed its functioning. Furthermore, a photo of the Raipur IPHL has been published on the cover page of the detailed guidelines for Integrated Public Health Labs issued by the Government of India. This model has been adopted as a guide for the IPHL network being established across the country under PM-ABHIM.

This quality-based assessment process in Chhattisgarh is not limited to certification alone, but is a concrete step towards sustainable improvement of the healthcare system. NQAS standards mandate strict adherence to aspects such as cleanliness, safety, patient satisfaction, record management, technical quality, equipment calibration, biomedical waste management, and staff capacity building. Both labs achieved this distinction by demonstrating excellent performance on all these parameters.

Commissioner and Director Dr. Priyanka Shukla stated that the NQAS program is a crucial initiative of the Government of India to institutionalize quality improvement in government hospitals. The program's prescribed checklist is comprehensive, and certification is granted only when an institution demonstrates sustained excellence across all parameters. The efficiency and discipline with which both IPHL labs in Chhattisgarh met all criteria demonstrates the strength and commitment of the state's healthcare system.

He stated that Chhattisgarh is focusing on expanding healthcare services and improving quality. Lab technicians, physicians, and management teams have worked with great dedication and diligence in this process. The achievements of Pandri Raipur and Balodabazar IPHLs are inspiring for the entire state, and this model will be implemented with greater vigor in other districts of Chhattisgarh in the future.

Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai and Health Minister Shyam Bihari Jaiswal extended their heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the IPHL teams—physicians, technicians, and staff—of both district hospitals on this historic achievement. The Chief Minister said that quality healthcare is a top priority for the Chhattisgarh government, and the national certification of IPHLs has given new credibility and strength to the state's healthcare system.

The Chief Minister also stated that the state government is equipping primary and secondary health facilities with modern equipment and trained human resources. High-quality labs like IPHL are playing a vital role in ensuring timely health checkups in rural, tribal, and backward areas. District hospitals and major health institutions across the state will be upgraded using this model in the coming years.

This achievement is not only a certification for Chhattisgarh's health system, but also a signal that the state is now moving towards quality-focused health management in line with national standards. The expansion of the IPHL model will make patient testing services more accessible, faster, and reliable. This will directly benefit millions of citizens and significantly improve the state's health indicators. The success of both IPHL labs proves that when scientific standards, trained human resources, modern technology, and strong government will converge, revolutionary changes in healthcare are possible. This achievement is an inspiring model not only for Chhattisgarh but for the entire country and will set new standards for improving health quality in the future."Congratulations to the entire Health Department team for the Integrated Public Health Labs in Pandri, Raipur, and Balodabazar districts becoming the first and second quality-certified IPHLs in the country. This achievement is a testament to the comprehensive, scientific, and structural reforms underway in Chhattisgarh's health system. Quality healthcare is a top priority for our government, and this national-level certification has given the state's health system new credibility and strength. The IPHL model has paved the way for providing reliable diagnostic services to rural, tribal, and remote areas, and in the future, all district hospitals in the state will be upgraded to a modern, efficient, and standardized model." – Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai

"Congratulations to the people of the state and the entire health team on the Pandri Raipur and Balodabazar IPHLs becoming the first and second quality-certified integrated public health labs in the country. This achievement is the result of a historic transformation in Chhattisgarh's healthcare system. The state government is equipping all health institutions, from the primary to the district level, with modern equipment, trained human resources, and a robust quality system. The IPHL model has strengthened access to healthcare in rural and remote areas by making testing services fast, accurate, and affordable. In the future, this high-quality model will be expanded throughout the state, making Chhattisgarh a leading state in healthcare quality at the national level." – Health Minister Shyam Bihari Jaiswal

Ambikapur. CG NEWS: President Draupadi Murmu arrived on Chhattisgarh tour for the second time in eight months. She reached Ambikapur by Air Force helicopter. She participated in the Gaurav Diwas celebrations organized on Birsa Munda Jayanti at PG College ground. Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai, Union Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oraon, Minister of State Durga Das Uikey and Minister of State Tokhan Sahu are also present in the function. Earlier, President Murmu had reached Raipur on the occasion of the Silver Jubilee program of the Legislative Assembly.

Speaking at the Tribal Pride Day event in Ambikapur, President Draupadi Murmu said that women are society's heritage. It is said that if women progress, society will develop. She also said that Lord Birsa Munda made life difficult for the British.

Murmu said that the British only saw Birsa Munda. We are Birsa Munda's generation. We have to preserve tribal culture. President Murmu honored tribal youth and inaugurated projects related to Vaidyas and religious places on the occasion of Birsa Munda's birth anniversary.

Raipur. CG Dhan Kharidi:  The process of purchasing paddy at the support price is gaining momentum in the state. On November 19, the fifth day of paddy procurement, 7 lakh 11 thousand 335 quintals of paddy were purchased from farmers. This figure of paddy procurement is almost equal to the amount of paddy purchased in the last four days. From November 15 to November 19, a total of 14 lakh 54 thousand 451 quintals of paddy has been purchased at the support price in the state.

As per the instructions of Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai, along with the purchase of paddy, the payment of support price to the farmers has also been started. For this, Markfed has released Rs 214.18 crore to Apex Bank. It should be mentioned here that the Chhattisgarh government has already given a bank guarantee of Rs 26,200 crore to Markfed for the payment of the price of paddy purchased from the farmers of the state. Adequate arrangements have been made in all the centers to ensure that the farmers do not face any problem in selling the paddy. Officers have been deployed in all the centers to monitor the arrangements for paddy procurement. Senior administrative officers of the state level and district level officers are continuously visiting and taking stock of the paddy procurement and the arrangements at the centers.

Strict monitoring is being done to ensure that there are no irregularities in the procurement of paddy at the support price in the state. Officers have been deployed at checkpoints to prevent the influx of paddy from outside. Surprise checks of transporters are also being conducted at various locations. It is noteworthy that under the intensive campaign being conducted in the state to prevent irregularities in paddy procurement, a total of 373 cases of illegal storage and transportation of paddy have been registered so far, and 25,567 quintals of paddy have been seized.

outh Congress President: The Chhattisgarh Youth Congress has appointed new district presidents in 11 districts, in an effort to revitalize the organization and prepare for upcoming political events. The state leadership has released the official list.

Responsibility given to them

• Kanker: Rajendra Raju Dubey
• Bastar Rural: Abhishek David, Mahendra Nayak
• Jagdalpur City: Neelket Raj Jha
• Sukma: Aryan Chauhan
• Bemetara: Pranjal Tiwari
• Bhilai Nagar: Imam Khan
• Bilaspur Rural: Sunil Patel
• Janjgir-Champa: Pankaj Shukla
• Shakti: Pratap Chandra
• Raigarh Rural: Usman Baig
• Sarangarh-Bilaigarh: Shubham Bajpai

An important step from a political perspective

Youth Congress President: This new formation of the Youth Congress is being considered significant for the upcoming political activities and organizational strength in the state. The arrival of new faces is expected to inject new energy and activism into the youth organization. The state leadership says these changes will provide more leadership opportunities for young people and further strengthen the organization at the grassroots level.

Raipur. : To commemorate the birth anniversary of Lord Birsa Munda, a grand state-level Tribal Pride Day celebration will be held on November 19th and 20th at the PG College grounds in Ambikapur, Chhattisgarh. The program will begin at 10 a.m. On November 20th, President of India, Mrs. Draupadi Murmu, will attend the event as the chief guest.

Chhattisgarh Governor Shri Ramen Deka will preside over the closing ceremony of the Tribal Pride Day celebrations. Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai along with Union Tribal Affairs Minister Shri Jual Oram, Union Minister of State Shri Durga Das Uikey, Union Minister of State Shri Tokhan Sahu, Deputy Chief Ministers Shri Arun Saw, Shri Vijay Sharma, Tribal Development Minister Shri Ramvichar Netam, Finance Minister Shri Omprakash Chaudhary, Culture Minister Shri Rajesh Agrawal and Surguja Lok Sabha MP Shri Chintamani Maharaj will be present as special guests. Mayor of Municipal Corporation Ambikapur Smt. Manjusha Bhagat along with ministers, MPs, MLAs, Chairman, Vice Chairman of Municipal Board and Commission and District Panchayat along with local public representatives and enlightened people of the society will also participate in the program.

During the Gaurav Janjati Samaroh, a national level seminar on the glorious tribal history and folk heroes (contribution of tribes in the freedom struggle) will be organized on November 19. Along with this, North Chhattisgarh region tribal folk dance festival, Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh folk art dance competition and Surguja division state level tribal development exhibition and craft fair will be organized. On November 20, the heroes of tribal rebellions and family members of freedom fighters will be honored by President Smt. Draupadi Murmu. On this occasion, Chief Minister Baiga, Guniya, Hadjod Samman Yojana will be launched.

RAIPUR : Panic gripped the capital's Amlidih Police Colony area on Wednesday morning when the body of a police constable was found hanging from a noose under suspicious circumstances. The deceased was identified as Laxmi Prasad Gabel, a constable posted in the Rajendra Nagar police station area. Police also recovered a suicide note from the scene.

Local residents informed the police that a man was hanging from a towel in an empty field in front of the colony. A police team arrived at the scene immediately after receiving the information. During the investigation, the body was exhumed and the surrounding area was searched.

He held himself responsible in the suicide note.

Police also recovered a suicide note from the scene, in which the constable blamed no one for his death and claimed responsibility for himself. The authenticity of the note and his handwriting are being investigated.

The constable was absent from duty for a long time.

According to preliminary investigations, Lakshmi Prasad had been suffering from alcohol addiction for a long time and had been absent from the police lines for approximately 17 months. During this period, departmental action was also pending against him.

Further investigation is underway in the matter

The police have prepared a panchnama and sent the body for post-mortem. The scene of the incident, mobile phone call details, and other aspects are being investigated. Police say the post-mortem report and digital evidence will provide further clarity on the cause of death.

Rajnandgaon. CG Naxal Breaking News: An encounter is underway between police and Naxalites in the Kanghura forest of the Dongargarh area of ​​Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. A police officer has been injured in this attack. The injured officer has been brought to the Dongargarh Community Health Center, where he is undergoing treatment.

Security forces were on patrol when Naxalites, who were lying in wait, attacked them. A search operation is underway in the area.

Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai and Assembly Speaker Dr. Raman Singh on Tuesday November 18, 2025 unveiling the prestigious FIH Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup 2025 trophy from the Assembly premises-Photo Credit-CG/PR

Arrival of Prestigious Trophy in State Inspiring for Young Players: Chief Minister Vishni Deo Sai

Raipur: Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai and Assembly Speaker Dr. Raman Singh on Tuesday November 18, 2025 unveiled the prestigious FIH Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup 2025 trophy from the Assembly premises. Union Minister of State Tokhan Sahu, State Cabinet Minister Kedar Kashyap, and Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao were also present at the event.

It is worth mentioning that the glittering trophy of the world-renowned FIH Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup 2025 arrives in Chhattisgarh for the first time today as part of its India tour and was unveiled at a solemn ceremony held at the Assembly premises.

Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai said on this occasion that hosting the FIH Junior World Cup 2025 in India is a matter of great pride and that the trophy’s arrival in Chhattisgarh is a special occasion of honor for the state. Expressing gratitude to Hockey India, he said that the Trophy Tour is an important effort to promote enthusiasm and inspiration for sports across the country.

He said that the launch of this campaign by Union Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya is a step that will reinvigorate the spirit of sports in the country.

The Chief Minister said that Chhattisgarh has always been a fertile ground for hockey. A large number of children from districts like Rajnandgaon, Bastar, Jashpur, Surguja, Raipur, Bilaspur, and Korba are pursuing their future in hockey

The arrival of the trophy will be an inspiration for the state’s young players. He said that the state government is committed to expanding sports infrastructure, strengthening training facilities, and encouraging emerging talent. Chief Minister Sai said that this trophy symbolises the hard work, discipline, and dreams of the world’s best players. The Chief Minister also congratulated and wished Hockey India, the Chhattisgarh Olympic Association, and Chhattisgarh Hockey on this occasion.

On the occasion, Assembly Speaker Dr. Raman Singh congratulated the officials and players of the Chhattisgarh Olympic Association and Chhattisgarh Hockey for the grand unveiling of the trophy. Chhattisgarh Olympic Association General Secretary Vikram Sisodia, other officials of the association, representatives of the hockey organisation, and a large number of players were present on this occasion.

India will host the Junior World Cup for the first time

It is quite significant that India is hosting the FIH Hockey Junior Men’s World Cup 2025 for the first time. The competition will run from November 28 to December 10 , 2025 and will be held in Chennai and Madurai, Tamil Nadu.

occurred late last night in the capital when Industry Minister Lakhan Lal Dewangan's pilot Scorpio vehicle went out of control and hit the divider in front of Khalsa School, right in front of the court premises. The vehicle was badly damaged in the accident. This entire incident took place in the Civil Lines police station area, where the incident occurred around 12:45 am. According to eyewitnesses, there was a commotion at the spot immediately after the accident. People present there saw that the driver of the Scorpio vehicle was in a drunken state and was trying to control himself while staggering. On receiving the information, the Civil Lines police station reached the spot and controlled the situation

The driver told police during questioning that he was heading home after his duty. Meanwhile, an auto driver in front of Khalsa School suddenly tried to overtake the vehicle. This action by the auto driver threw the Scorpio driver off balance and he lost control of the vehicle. The uncontrolled vehicle went straight over the divider and collided with a pole in front. The impact was so severe that the entire front portion of the Scorpio was damaged, leaving the vehicle undriveable.

People present at the scene stated that the vehicle was moving at a high speed, which caused significant damage. The vehicle's number is CG 08 BC 9909, reportedly one of the Industry Minister's pilot vehicles. However, the minister was not in the vehicle at the time of the accident; only the driver was present. Police arrived at the scene and first assessed the driver's condition. After confirming that he was drunk, he underwent a medical examination. According to preliminary information, the driver's alcohol level was found to be well above the permissible limit. Police have seized the vehicle and initiated further legal action. The Civil Lines police station in-charge stated that no civilians were injured in the accident, which is a great relief. A major accident was averted due to the low traffic on the road late at night, otherwise, given the speed of the vehicle and the severity of the collision, there was a possibility of loss of life.

Sukma . In Sukma district, under the guidance of Collector Devesh Kumar Dhruv and the leadership of the Deputy Director of Livestock Development, the Livestock Development Department is distributing poultry (chicken) and quail free of charge in villages within the Nellanar region. This initiative has generated enthusiasm among villagers and raised hopes of a new source of income.

Distribution done in Konta development block: 

According to Sandeep Indurkar, Deputy Director of the Livestock Development Department, villagers in Mukram Panchayat, Konta Block, were benefited as part of the distribution campaign on Sunday. Thirty quail units were distributed in Mukram Panchayat. In addition, 20 poultry units (chicks) were also distributed.

Rural people are excited and will get economic support: 

The villagers were overjoyed to receive these free poultry and quail. This distribution program will not only provide villagers with a source of nutritious food, but also give them an opportunity to earn additional income. This initiative by the Livestock Development Department is an important step toward strengthening the rural economy. Preparations are underway to extend this scheme to other remote rural areas in Niyed Nellanar, Sukma district.

• Now half electricity bill up to 200 units

• Relief to 42 lakh domestic consumers

• The new policy will come into effect from December 1.

CG 200 Unit Half Bijli Bill Scheme: Chhattisgarh government has made a major change in the Half Electricity Bill Scheme with the aim of providing relief to domestic consumers. Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai has announced that now electricity bills up to 200 units will be halved in the state, which will directly benefit more than 42 lakh consumers (Domestic Consumers). This new system will come into effect from 1 December 2025, whereas till now this scheme was limited to only 100 units.

Under the new provisions, consumers who use up to 400 units of electricity per month will be able to avail of the half-bill benefit for up to 200 units. According to estimates, families who previously paid bills of ₹800–₹900 can expect this amount to drop to approximately ₹420–₹435, which will have a positive impact on monthly household budgets.

Difference between the old and new plan

The Half Electricity Bill Subsidy Scheme for up to 400 units, launched during the Bhupesh Baghel government's tenure, was reduced to 100 units in August 2025. This change increased the electricity burden of millions of consumers. Now, the state government has decided to revise this policy and provide relief for up to 200 units, which is considered a major relief for poor and middle-class families.

How will the new system work?

According to the new policy:

• The consumer will have to pay half for the first 100 units.
• Half bill benefit will continue on consumption of 101 to 200 units.
• For consumption after 200 units, the bill will have to be paid at the normal rate.

According to government officials, this scheme will increase the budget and subsidy load, but the government argues that this is an important step towards public interest and social security.

Impact on consumers – helps in economic balance

According to sources in the Energy Department, many families were unable to maintain regular electricity bill payments due to rising inflation. The new policy will not only provide relief but also improve revenue collection in the state, as the likelihood of regular payments will increase.