Chief Minister inaugurated 'India Industrial Fair-2026' in Raipur

Raipur - The Narayanpur district of Chhattisgarh, and especially the remote region of Abujhmad, has long suffered the horrors of fear, violence, and the Naxalite shadow. Those who once took up arms, leading to deviance, are now writing a new chapter of social building and self-reliance. The Chhattisgarh government's "Naxalite Surrender, Victim Relief, and Rehabilitation Policy-2025" has not limited the youth of Abujhmad to simply surrendering their weapons, but has opened new doors for them to a dignified life, family reunification, and economic independence. Today, this rehabilitation process in Narayanpur is no longer limited to mere paper claims; it is manifesting as a vibrant social revolution on the ground.
      Leaving behind the darkness of violence and returning to the mainstream, these surrendered individuals are no longer limited to their livelihoods, but are also playing a leading role in public service and social events. When they lit the lamp together at the "Aashirwad Ka Diya" program organized under the "Seva Sankalp Abhiyan," it was not just an event, but a powerful message of peace, goodwill, and social acceptance in the remote areas of Abujhmad. This unique participation has strengthened mutual trust in society and given new energy to the national resolve of "Developed India 2047." This positive change is a living proof that when sensitive policies are aligned with livelihood, respect, and social responsibility in the right direction, change comes naturally, and the darkness of violence dissipates, giving way to a new dawn of lasting peace.

Lamps were lit simultaneously at 13 prominent locations, with institutions and citizens participating enthusiastically.

Under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the country has taken many historic decisions, public welfare and nation building have gained new momentum: Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai

Chief Minister participated in the grand Deepotsav and Maha Aarti 'Aashirwad Ka Diya' programme organised at Mahadev Ghat.

The sacred banks of the Kharun River were illuminated with 1.25 lakh lamps on the 76th birthday of Prime Minister Shri Modi.

The Chief Minister participated in the Maha Aarti of Kharun Maiya and on behalf of the people of the state, wished the Prime Minister good health and long life.

'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' being celebrated from 17th September to 17th October to mark the completion of 25 years of public service by Prime Minister Shri Modi

Raipur September 2026/ On the 76th birthday of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, today the Mahadev Ghat of the capital Raipur was illuminated with the light of 1.25 lakh lamps. Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai participated in the grand Deepotsav and Maha Aarti 'Aashirwad Ka Diya' programme organized on the holy banks of the Kharun River and along with the people of the state, wished for the good health and long life of Prime Minister Shri Modi. The entire premises of Mahadev Ghat was illuminated with the light of 1.25 lakh lamps lit together. A grand Maha Aarti of Kharun Maiya was performed amidst this unique confluence of devotion, faith and public participation.

Addressing the program, Chief Minister Shri Sai said that Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has dedicated his life to the nation and public service. Under his leadership, India has achieved many unprecedented and historic achievements in the areas of development, public welfare, and national self-respect. Prime Minister Shri Modi works day and night to serve 1.4 billion countrymen, and under his leadership, India is rapidly progressing toward new heights of development.

Chief Minister Shri Sai said that the 1.25 lakh lamps lit today on the sacred banks of the Kharun River are an expression of the people of Chhattisgarh's affection, affection, and good wishes for Prime Minister Shri Modi. On behalf of the people of the state, he extended heartfelt birthday greetings and best wishes to Prime Minister Shri Modi and wished him a healthy, long, and successful life.

During the grand Deepotsav, Sadhvi Pragya Bharti and other Acharyas performed the Maha Aarti of Kharun Maiya with due rituals. Chief Minister Shri Sai also participated in the Maha Aarti. On this occasion, the Chief Minister released a song composed and sung by Sadhvi Pragya Bharti, dedicated to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.

The country has witnessed historic changes under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Modi.

Chief Minister Sai said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the country has witnessed many historic decisions and long-awaited changes. From the removal of Article 370 from Jammu and Kashmir to the enshrinement of Lord Ram Lalla in a magnificent temple in Ayodhya, the country has experienced a newfound confidence and strength.

He said that under Prime Minister Shri Modi's leadership, major and far-reaching decisions have been taken in the national interest. His determination, clear vision, and spirit of national service have accelerated the pace of development and public welfare in the country. Today, India is playing its role on the world stage with greater confidence and strength.

Chief Minister Shri Sai said that for Prime Minister Shri Modi, the focus of governance has always been on the poor and those at the bottom of society. In keeping with this spirit, extensive work has been done to connect poor families with permanent housing, household toilets, Jan Dhan accounts, cooking gas connections, food security, and other basic amenities.

He said that Prime Minister Shri Modi, considering every citizen a member of his family, is working tirelessly with the motto of "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas." His government has made meeting the smallest needs of the poor and providing facilities that improve their lives a priority.

Vivekananda Sarovar becomes supernatural with 1.25 lakh lamps

Raipur, September 2026 / To commemorate the completion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 25 years of tireless public service and dedication, the historic "Seva Sankalp Abhiyan" was launched in Balodabazar district on September 17th. As part of the "Aashirwad Ka Diya" program organized on this special occasion, approximately 11 lakh lamps were lit simultaneously across the district to express gratitude for public service. Revenue Minister Shri Tank Ram Verma, the chief guest at the main ceremony held at the Chowpatty in the district headquarters, formally inaugurated this massive campaign by lighting a lamp.
Prior to the main lamp lighting ceremony, the Revenue Minister and public representatives paid tribute to the martyr Veer Narayan Singh by garlanding his statue at the Chowk. Following this, a grand rally was held from the Chowk to the Chowpatty, accompanied by the sound of drums and overwhelming public enthusiasm, in which a large number of citizens participated. The Vivekananda Sarovar was the most prominent and captivating focal point of the event, where the golden glow of 1.25 lakh diyas and colorful lights adorning the trees gave the entire atmosphere a divine and ethereal feel. Residents flocked to witness the shadows of the diyas floating on the serene waters of the lake.
The cultural ambiance of the event was further enhanced when, amidst patriotic hymns by the orchestra team, Revenue Minister Shri Tank Ram Verma, in his familiar style, sang a captivating song, enthralling the audience. Addressing the gathering, Minister Verma stated that this "lamp of blessing" is not merely a symbol of light, but a sacred effort to awaken the spirit of service, social harmony, and commitment to nation-building in every citizen. He called for taking the country to the pinnacle of progress under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and realizing the dream of a developed India.
In this grand celebration of public participation, service and resolution, a large number of public representatives, administrative officers and citizens including District Panchayat President Akanksha Jaiswal, Municipal Council President Ashok Jain, Collector, SP, former MLA Pramod Sharma and District Panchayat CEO were present.

The multipurpose school ground was illuminated with 11,000 lamps during the district-level programme.

Stage program held under the chief patronage of MLA Shri Pranav Kumar Marpachchi

Raipur, September 2026/ On the occasion of the launch of the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan', organized to commemorate the 25 years of service, dedication and struggle of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in public life, two lakh lamps were lit today in the Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district under the 'Aashirwad Ka Diya' program. The district level program was organized at the Multipurpose School Ground, Pendra, where the entire campus was illuminated by the collective lighting of 11 thousand lamps. By lighting the lamps, best wishes and blessings were expressed to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.

This lamp-lighting ceremony wasn't limited to the district headquarters. Lamps were also lit at all Amrit Sarovars, including Durga Sarovar Pendra, gram panchayats, women's self-help groups of the Rural Livelihood Mission, beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and Mahatari Vandan Yojana, and various government offices and institutions. The mass lamp-lighting events held across the district spread the message of service, dedication, and public participation.

Stage program held under the chief patronage of MLA Shri Pranav Kumar Marpachchi

Following the lighting of the lamp, the district administration organized a stage program in the assembly hall of the Multipurpose School, Pendra. MLA Shri Pranav Kumar Marpachchi attended the program as the chief guest. In his address, he said that Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has been serving the country with dedication, commitment, and struggle for 25 consecutive years, both as Chief Minister and Prime Minister. Shri Modi moves forward with determination, giving top priority to public welfare and national service. He remains committed to completing any task he undertakes in mission mode.

MLA Mr. Marapacchi said that today the entire nation is lighting lamps of blessings in honor of Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi and offering him best wishes. This event is an expression of public sentiment for his journey of public service.

Achievements of 25 years showcased through street play

During the event, school children presented a street play. The play creatively showcased the various important initiatives and actions undertaken by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi over the past 25 years in public life. The presentation highlighted various public welfare schemes and initiatives, including space missions, surgical strikes, and Digital India.

On this occasion, the chief guest MLA Shri Pranav Kumar Marpachchi administered the oath of cleanliness to the people present and gave the message of awareness and public participation towards cleanliness.

Participation of public representatives, officials and district residents

District Panchayat President Ms. Sameera Paikra, Vice President Raja Upendra Bahadur Singh, Collector Mr. Vijay Dayaram K., Superintendent of Police Mr. Manoj Khiladi, DFO Mr. Kumar Nishant, Chief Executive Officer of District Panchayat Mr. Mukesh Raote along with many public representatives, dignitaries and residents of the district were present in the program.

Various departments, organizations, women's self-help groups, beneficiaries, and ordinary citizens enthusiastically participated in the lamp-lighting program organized across the district. The collectively lit two lakh lamps conveyed a message of service, dedication, participation, and good wishes throughout the district.

Brainstorming on making local body elections easy, transparent and tech-enabled

Consensus reached on EVM management, sharing of electoral database and holding elections on time

Visit to the new Vidhansabha, Nava Raipur and the country's first digital tribal museum

Raipur, September 17, 2026/ An important meeting of the Standing Committee of State Election Commissioners was held today at the office of the State Election Commission of Chhattisgarh, located in Nava Raipur Atal Nagar. Held as part of the 32nd All India State Election Commissioners Conference, Election Commissioners from various states discussed important issues related to making local body elections more accessible, fair, equipped with modern technology, and timely.

The meeting discussed the progress of the work of the three sub-committees formed by the Standing Committee. It discussed technological initiatives and online systems implemented in states, so that other states can also implement them to improve electoral processes. Similarly, discussions focused on developing an EVM Management System software for sharing EVMs between states, if needed, a responsibility for which is being handled by the Bihar State Election Commission. It also discussed the exchange of best practices adopted for successful election conduct and addressing practical difficulties in conducting elections on time.

Consensus on electoral database and M-3 model EVM

The meeting discussed sharing electoral databases between states, a suggestion made by the Gujarat and Maharashtra State Election Commissions. It also agreed on providing M-3 model EVMs to states when needed and their joint use, as proposed by the West Bengal State Election Commission. Emphasis was also placed on sharing information on election schedules and conducting study tours to understand the electoral systems and innovations of other states.

The meeting selected Pune as a possible venue for the upcoming National Conference of State Election Commissioners on "Cooperative Federalism and Multilevel Governance." Meanwhile, Mr. Chandan Kumar, Chief Executive Officer of the Nava Raipur Atal Nagar Vikas Pradhikaran (NRDA), gave a presentation on the development and modernization of Nava Raipur.

Appreciation of the new assembly and Nava Raipur

Following the meeting, the Election Commissioners from various states, along with their families, visited the new Chhattisgarh Assembly building located in Sector 19 of Naya Raipur. During the meeting, they visited the House and inspected the legislative work and the functioning of the House. It is noteworthy that Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated this new Assembly building on November 1, 2025, to mark the 25th anniversary of the establishment of Chhattisgarh. They also inspected key sectors of Naya Raipur. The Commissioners observed the rapidly developing world-class facilities in the fields of education, health, and new technology and commended Naya Raipur's development model as a modern and well-planned smart city.

A glimpse of Chhattisgarh's tribal struggles seen in the Digital Tribal Museum

At the end of the tour, the Election Commissioners, along with their families, visited the country's first digital tribal museum, the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Memorial-cum-Tribal Freedom Fighter Museum, located in Nava Raipur. The Commissioners closely observed and understood the inspiring stories of Chhattisgarh's historical tribal movements and freedom struggle, displayed through digital technology and screens in 14 different sectors of the museum. They highly appreciated the live performances of historical struggles such as the Halba Rebellion, Surguja Rebellion, Bhopalpatnam, Paralkot, Tarapur, Lingagiri, Koi, Maria, Muria, Rani Chauris, Bhumkal, Sonakhan Rebellion, Flag Satyagraha, and Jungle Satyagraha. They then enjoyed the evening cultural program organized at the Tribal Museum, featuring performances by renowned folk artists from Chhattisgarh.

Blood donation camp in Pendra on 17th September, Mega Health Camp in District Hospital on 20th September

The residents of the district will benefit from free check-up and consultation by specialist doctors.

Raipur, September 2026/ To mark the completion of 25 years of service and dedication in the public life of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the "Seva Sankalp Abhiyan" is being organized in the state. This campaign, aimed at spreading the spirit of service, dedication, and public participation, is organizing two important healthcare initiatives in the Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district. As part of the campaign, a blood donation camp will be held in Pendra on September 17th and a special mega health camp will be held at the District Hospital on September 20th. Through these events, residents of the district will be connected to the life-saving work of blood donation, as well as free health consultations and checkups from specialist doctors.

Blood donation camp in Pendra on 17th September

As part of the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, a blood donation camp will be organized on September 17th at 3 pm at the Multipurpose Higher Secondary School, Pendra. Through the camp, citizens will be encouraged to voluntarily donate blood. Blood donation plays a vital role in saving the lives of patients in need. The district administration and health department have appealed to citizens to participate in this humanitarian initiative as much as possible.
For the successful and well-organized organization of the camp, the Chief Medical and Health Officer has given instructions to ensure the availability of necessary medical facilities, supplies, equipment, and staff. The concerned officers and employees have also been instructed to ensure the effective discharge of their assigned responsibilities.

Special Mega Health Camp at District Hospital on September 20

In the next phase of the campaign, a special mega health camp will be held at the District Hospital on September 20th from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. At the camp, various specialist doctors, including those from Apollo Hospital Bilaspur, will provide free health consultations and checkups to residents.
Organized under the guidance of Collector Shri Vijay Dayaram K. and the direction of Chief Medical and Health Officer Dr. Rameshwar Sharma, this camp's primary objective is to ensure access to specialized medical services for as many citizens as possible, including those in remote and rural areas of the district. The camp will offer one-stop consultations with specialist doctors regarding various health issues and provide necessary health checkups.
Cardiology, kidney, medicine, and ophthalmology specialists will provide consultations.

At the mega health camp, specialist doctors from Apollo Hospital Bilaspur will provide tests and medical consultations for various health problems, including heart disease, kidney disease, medicine, and eye disease. Patients will be provided with appropriate guidance regarding further tests, treatment, and necessary medical services based on their health status.
The availability of specialist doctors will be of particular benefit to patients who require expert consultation for a specific health problem. The camp will help identify health problems at an early stage and provide timely, appropriate treatment

Food Minister Shri Dayal Das Baghel will be the chief guest.

Seva Sankalp Abhiyan being celebrated on completion of 25 years of service of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi

Raipur, September 2026. To mark the 25th anniversary of the country's illustrious Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, completing 25 years of public service, the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan is being organized from September 17th to October 17th. It will begin with the "Aashirwad Ka Diya" (Lighting of Blessings) on September 17th. It will be held at the Bhadrakali Mata Temple complex in the district headquarters, Bemetara. Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Protection Minister Shri Dayal Das Baghel will be the chief guest.

The Bemetara district administration has made preparations for a grand lighting ceremony of 5000 diyas in the temple premises. Along with this, lamps will be lit in all 336 gram panchayats, all government buildings, all Amrit Sarovars, schools, Anganwadi centres, urban bodies and in every house of the 27 identified gram panchayats of the district. A total of more than 6 lakh diyas will be lit in the district. The district administration has appealed to all public representatives, officers, employees and residents of the district to participate in this holy event and light the 'lamp of blessings' in their homes as well.

Tourism and Culture Minister Shri Rajesh Agrawal appeals to the people of the state to light a lamp in their homes at 7 pm on September 17 to give the message of service, gratitude and positivity.

Raipur, September 2026/ To mark the completion of 25 years of service and dedication in public life of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' is being organised in Chhattisgarh from 17th September to 17th October 2026. Under the campaign, collective lamp lighting will be done across the state on 17th September at 7 pm through the 'Aashirwad Ka Diya' initiative. Tourism and Culture Minister Shri Rajesh Agrawal has appealed to the people of Chhattisgarh to light the 'Aashirwad Ka Diya' in their homes at 7 pm on 17th September and be a part of this collective pledge of service, dedication, gratitude and positivity.

Tourism and Culture Minister Shri Rajesh Agrawal said that the lamp is not only a symbol of light in Indian culture, but also of hope, harmony, positivity, and the spirit of service. Through the 'Light of Blessings,' we can pledge to further strengthen the spirit of service in our families and society. He said that on the evening of September 17th, when lamps are lit simultaneously in every home across the state, this spectacle will convey the power of public participation and the spirit of collective resolve.

He urged the people of the state not to limit the "Blessing Lamp" initiative to simply lighting a lamp, but to connect it with helping someone in need, respecting the elderly, being sensitive to children, protecting the environment, or making a positive contribution to society. He said that service requires not large resources, but a sensitive mind and a spirit of cooperation.

25 years of service and dedication, a new resolve for public participation

The "Seva Sankalp Abhiyan" is being organized to mark Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's 25 years of service and dedication in public life. Running from September 17th to October 17th, the campaign will feature various initiatives related to service, public participation, and social concerns.

The campaign aims to spread the spirit of service and dedication to every segment of society and to engage citizens in public welfare activities according to their abilities and interests. The "Light of Blessings" will symbolize the beginning of this widespread spirit.

The lamp in every home will become a message of service and positivity.

Minister Shri Rajesh Agrawal said that while the light of a single lamp may be small, when millions of lamps are lit together, it becomes a powerful message of collective energy and unity. In this spirit, the participation of every family in the state in the "Light of Blessings" initiative is crucial.

He said that when lamps are lit in every home in villages, towns, and cities at 7 p.m. on September 17th, it will not only be a celebration of lights, but also a collective opportunity to express gratitude for service and acknowledge our responsibility to society. This lamp will inspire us to do our part to bring positive change in the lives of individuals, families, or communities around us.

A call to make service a rite of life

Tourism and Culture Minister Shri Rajesh Agarwal said that service has always been viewed as a life value in Indian tradition. The "Seva Sankalp Abhiyan" is an opportunity to connect this spirit with public participation. He said that a student can contribute to society through their talent, a youth through their innovation, a woman through her experience and community participation, a farmer through water and environmental conservation, and an artist through their art.

He said that through the 'Aashirwad Ka Diya' initiative, we can express our gratitude towards our ancestors, elders and the values ​​we have received from the society and also take a pledge to carry forward the tradition of service and sensitivity for the coming generations.

Raipur, September 2026/Chhattisgarh State Election Commissioner, Mr. Ajay Singh, informed that the 32nd conference of State Election Commissioners, held annually in different states, is being held this year on September 16-17 in Nava Raipur Atal Nagar, the capital of Chhattisgarh. This conference is being organized by the Chhattisgarh State Election Commission.

The conference was inaugurated today by the Honorable Governor. Present at the inauguration were the Election Commissioner of host Chhattisgarh, Mr. Ajay Singh, Chairman of the Standing Committee of State Election Commissioners, Mr. Vijay Dev, Convener, Mr. Sudhanshu Pandey, and the State Chief Secretary, Mr. Vikassheel. On this special occasion of the inauguration, Governor Mr. Ramen Deka also released the first edition of the Chhattisgarh Local Body Election Yearbook 2026.

After the inauguration, the State Election Commissioners from various states across the country, who had come to the conference today, discussed various aspects of elections to make local democracy, especially the three-tier Panchayats and urban bodies, more empowered, transparent, inclusive, reliable and participatory and presentations were given by the State Election Commissioners and subject experts from different states in the conference.

During the conference, in order to share the challenges, experiences and innovations faced by the State Election Commissioners in conducting the local body elections, a presentation prepared by the State of Chhattisgarh on the topic “Progress of local democracy in Naxal-affected Bastar in the last 25 years after the formation of the State” under the direction of Chhattisgarh State Election Commissioner Mr. Ajay Singh was presented by the Secretary of the Commission, Mrs. Shikha Rajput Tiwari.

The journey of local democracy in Bastar was particularly highlighted. Conducting local elections in the Bastar division, characterized by geographical inaccessibility, extensive forest cover, limited communication facilities, and prolonged left-wing extremism, has posed a significant administrative and democratic challenge. Sharing experiences with local body elections in Chhattisgarh, it was stated that the coordinated efforts of the administration, police, security forces, election personnel, and the local community have consistently strengthened the democratic process. It was noted that in 2025, simultaneous elections for urban bodies and three-tier Panchayats will be conducted peacefully and successfully across the state, including in the Bastar division, eliminating the need for re-polls.

Presentations were given by Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan and Kerala on the topics of use of Information Technology, namely, 'EVM sharing tracking policy and its challenges and EMS SOFTWARE', 'Panchayat Delimitation 2026: Transforming Delimitation through Technology A New Era of Paperless Delimitation', 'Digitising Elections in India', 'Re-engineering elections in the Digital Era: The Kerala Story'.

An international level subject expert from Princeton University, New Jersey, USA, related to the subject of democratic elections, also participated in the conference and presented a summary of comparative and integrated study of local elections held in the states of India through a presentation. Subject experts on electronic voting machines from public sector undertakings Electronic Corporation of India, Hyderabad and Bharat Electronics Limited, Bengaluru, also presented updated information about their institutions in the conference and told that the electronic voting machine used in elections is safe in every way and by continuously innovating in it, it is being developed and produced as per the requirements of the State Election Commissions.

Raipur. Forty-two employees who became commercial tax inspectorsin the state's State Tax (GST) departmentwill now have to return to their former positions. All of these employees previously held clerical positions. They were appointed commercial tax inspectors through a limited recruitment examination held in 2021 and 2022. Later, complaints surfaced regarding the examination and selection process , prompting the department to conduct an investigation. The investigation raised several questions about the examination process.

Appointment cancelled: Many answers found to be similar:
Many answers were found to be similar in the answer sheets of the selected employees. In some cases, after re-examination, it was also revealed that the marks had increased. Apart from this, the record of which employees had appeared in the examination was also not found during the investigation. Based on the investigation report, State Tax Commissioner Pushpendra Kumar Meenathe limited recruitment examination of 2021 and 2022. Along with this, the selection of 42 employees based on the examination has also been cancelled. Now all the employees will be sent back to their original clerical posts.

Many irregularities were found in the investigation:
The investigation committee found similar answers in the answer sheets of many selected candidates. Some answers were found to be very similar to the model answers. Similarity in answers was also found in questions related to GST sections and rules. In some mathematics questions, candidates had written the answers directly without showing the rough work. Similarly, in the essay asked on the biography of Dr. Khubchand Baghel, answers of some selected candidates were also found to be similar. During the investigation, the attendance register of the examination centre was not found. In such a situation, the department did not have the original record to show which candidates had appeared in the examination.

There's no complete record of how the merit list was determined:
The investigation also revealed that a consolidated exam mark sheet hadn't been compiled. This made it difficult to clearly determine each candidate's score and the basis for the merit list. The answer sheets lacked coding, preventing the examiner from identifying the candidate. This meant that the identity of the candidate could have been revealed during the review process.

Raipur. The 32nd All India State Election Commissioners Conference is being held on September 16th and 17th in Nava Raipur Atal Nagar, the state capital . Hosted by the Chhattisgarh State Election Commission, this conference will be attended by Election Commissioners from various states across the country. Governor Ramen Deka willinaugurate the conference on September 16th at 10:30 am.

The two-day event will discuss measures to make Panchayat and urban body elections more transparent, inclusive, and credible. Along with the challenges of the election process, new technologies and systems being adopted in the states will also be discussed. Experts from Princeton University in New Jersey, USA, will share international electoral experiences. Meanwhile, experts from ECIL Hyderabad and BEL Bengaluru, related to EVM technology, will give technical presentations. The conference will focus on better use of technology, increasing transparency, and strengthening voter confidence.

Balodabazar-Bhatapara. Deeply shocked by the death of her husband, a woman consumed poison. Upon receiving information about the incident, the Bhatapara Rural Baz-2 team of Dial 112 immediately arrived at the scene and immediately transported the woman, who was in critical condition, to the Community Health Center in Bhatapara. Doctors at the hospital provided first aid, after which the woman's condition improved and she was declared out of danger.

According to the police, at around 9:16 pm on September 15th, the Dial 112 control room received information about a woman consuming a poisonous substance. Upon receiving the information, the 112 ERV team rushed to the scene and transported the woman to the hospital. Constable No. 608 Rupesh Baghel and driver Manmohan Das Chelak were praised for their promptness. The woman's family and villagers expressed their gratitude to the police and Dial 112 team for their timely assistance.

The people of the district will express their gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his 25 years of public life, service and dedication.

Raipur. Under the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, a grand program 'Aashirwad Ka Diya' will be organized in Korea district on September 17. On this occasion, more than 1.21 lakh diyas will be lit across the district. Through lighting the lamps, the people of the district will express their gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his 25 years of public life, service, dedication and public welfare. On September 17, at 7 pm, lamps will be lit simultaneously at various gram panchayats, urban bodies, Amrit Sarovar, squares and major places of the district. The district level program will be organized at 'Open Theatre, Jhumka, Gram Panchayat Odgi, Baikunthpur, where a special lighting ceremony will be organized with 10 thousand diyas.

Along with Baikunthpur and Sonhat Janpad Panchayat areas, lamps will also be lit on a large scale in Baikunthpur, Shivpur-Charcha and Patna urban areas. Along with 500 lamps each in Gram Panchayats, lamps will also be lit at Amrit Sarovar and other important places. Lamps will also be lit in all the government and non-government institutions and corporation, board and board offices of the district. In this way, the 'Aashirwad Ka Diya' program will express the spirit of service, dedication and public participation across the district. Lamps glowing simultaneously from village to city will give the message of participation and collective resolve of the people of the district.

Appeal to the people of the district to participate in 'Aashirwad Ka Diya'
Collector Roktima Yadav and Chief Executive Officer of the District Panchayat Yogendra Shrivas have appealed to the citizens of all sections including the public representatives from the district to the village and ward level to participate in the 'Aashirwad Ka Diya' program to be organized on 17th September. They have asked the people of the district to light a lamp in their homes as a mark of gratitude. He said that only with public participation can the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan be given a wider form. The 'Aashirwad Ka Diya' program will become a symbol of the spirit of service, dedication and public participation in Korea.