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Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel chaired the Cabinet Meeting today at his residence office, and following important decisions were taken in the meeting:-

# In the interest of the unemployed, Government of Chhattisgarh has decided to provide unemployment allowance to the unemployed youth of the state.

# Cabinet has approved the draft of Chhattisgarh Appropriation Bill-2023 for presentation of the third supplementary estimate year 2022-2023 in Legislative Assembly.

#The draft of the Chhattisgarh Appropriation Bill-2023 regarding the presentation of the budget estimate year 2023-2024 in Legislative Assembly has also been approved.

# The draft of the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly Member Salary, Allowances, Pension (Amendment) Bill-2023 was approved.

# Industrial Training Institute Upgradation Scheme in partnership with Tata Technologies Limited was approved by the Cabinet. Under this scheme, a total of Rs 1216.80 crore will be spent on the development of 36 ITIs of Chhattisgarh. With this, other short term courses including Mechanic, Electric Vehicle, Basic Designer and Virtual Verifier (Mechanical), Manufacturing Process Control and Automation, Advanced CNC Machining, Industrial Robotics and Digital Manufacturing and Artisan Using Advanced Tools will also be started in the ITI institutions of the state.

# The twenty-first annual report of the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (for the period from April 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022) was approved to be presented in the Legislative Assembly and the General Administration Department was authorized for further action.

# The proposal for the formation of Chhattisgarh State Innovation Commission was approved. The State Innovation Commission will give suggestions for promoting innovative approach in public welfare schemes, for enhancing efficiency in the administrative services, and would also provide suggestions for implementation of the manifesto and other important points given from time to time.

# The Hon'ble Governor's address was approved for the sixteenth session of Chhattisgarh's fifth assembly in the month of March-2023.

# As  the per kilogram conversion percentage from cowdung to vermi compost is 40 to 33 per cent, It was decided to reimburse one rupee cost of additional cowdung used in production of vermicompost under Godhan Nyaya Yojana from cess amount.

        Similarly, the cost of additional cow dung in the Gauthans of the urban bodies will be reimbursed by the government from the amount provided to the urban bodies for procurement of cow dung and the remaining available amount will be used as revolving money for the procurement of cow dung and vermi compost. Cabinet has also decided to build a godown in Gauthan premises, with the approval of the District Collector, in convergence with other government schemes for safe storage.

# The draft of amendment in Chhattisgarh Minor Mineral Ordinary Sand (Excavation and Business) Rules-2019 was approved.

# Cabinet has decided to exempt the Public Health and Family Welfare and Medical Education Department from the Chhattisgarh Store Purchase Rules, in context of purchase/procurement from a single source.

# Cabinet has decided to create the post of Commissioner Medical Education under the Department of Medical Education.

# The proposal for necessary amendment in the Chhattisgarh Motor Vehicle Taxation Act-1991 (No. 25 of 1991) was approved for collection of one-time (lifetime/optional) tax from goods vehicles.

# The amendment proposal for Chhattisgarh Motor Vehicle Taxation-1991 Rule 158 Chhattisgarh Gazette (Extraordinary) notification dated December 31, 2013 clause (5) was approved.

# In Part-I of the second schedule of the Chhattisgarh Motor Vehicle Taxation Act, 1991, the proposal to assess the motor vehicle tax of motor caravan was approved.

# Cabinet has decided to procure grams under the subsidy scheme of Rs 8000 per ton from the buffer stock of Government of India, for distribution to the 'antyoday' and priority beneficiary families of Mada and scheduled areas under the public distribution system.

# Under the Industrial Policy 2019-24, it was decided to implement a special incentive policy for the closed and sick industries in Chhattisgarh. This will be applicable to closed and sick industries after November 1, 2019. This policy will be applicable only to manufacturing industries.

# Chhattisgarh will be developed as a ‘logistics and warehousing hub’. Cabinet has decided to implement the State Logistics Policy 2022.

# The draft of Bill 2023 was approved for settlement of Chhattisgarh outstanding tax interest and penalty.

# Cabinet has decided to implement One Time Settlement Scheme to waive the interest and surcharge imposed on the remaining premium payment from the allottees, on the land/builtup space allotted under miscellaneous land use in Nava Raipur Atal Nagar.

# It has been decided to include widows, widowers, abandoned and unmarried men and women under the state-sponsored Chief Minister cum Prime Minister Housing Scheme and the date of registration for housing has been extended till March 31, 2024.

# The draft of the Chhattisgarh Municipal Corporation Act 1956 (Amendment) Bill was approved.

# The draft of Chhattisgarh Municipality Act 1961 (Amendment) Bill 2023 was approved.

# Cabinet has decided to create a temporary non-cadre post of Principal Secretary/Secretary for the Ministry.

# Cabinet has decided to temporarily create a new non-cadre post of Inspector General of Police/Additional Director General of Police, Chhattisgarh Police Headquarters under the Indian Police Service Cadre of Chhattisgarh State for a period of two years.

Scheme sees 59 per cent increase in beneficiaries in the last year

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Chhattisgarh Government's ambitious "Godhan Nyay Yojana" is becoming increasingly popular in the state, and there is a growing connection among rural communities due to the purchase of cow dung under this scheme at Rs. 2 per kg, providing better opportunities for employment and income in the villages. This has also given a boost to animal husbandry in rural areas. A new environment has been created for the conservation and development of livestock in the state. Currently, more than 3.28 lakh rural farmers are directly benefiting from the purchase of cow dung in the Gauthans. In the last year, the number of cattle rearers and rural farmers benefiting from this scheme has increased from 2.06 lakh to over 3.28 lakh with an increase of 59 per cent in the number of beneficiaries.

Under the 'Garuva' programme of the Suraji Gaon Yojana in the state, the construction of Gauthans in villages for the conservation and preservation of cattle is being rapidly carried out. So far, approval for the construction of Gauthans has been given in 10,732 villages in the state, of which 9,720 Gauthans have been constructed and 825 are under construction. The construction work of 187 Gauthans is yet to be started. The Gauthans thus constructed are being managed by the Gauthan committees, where arrangements for the care, treatment, and fodder and water for cattle are made.

It is worth mentioning that the Godhan Nyaya Yojana was started in the state on July 20, 2020, on the auspicious occasion of the Hareli festival. Under this scheme, till February 15, 2023, over 105.53 lakh quintal cow dung has been purchased in Gauthans, in lieu of which Rs 211.25 crore has been paid to the cow dung sellers.

Mr. Baghel saluted Chhatrapati Shivaji on his 393rd birth anniversary, and said- his bravery and personality inspire many generations

Mr. Baghel praised the use of natural colors made from cow dung in the idol of Shivaji.

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Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel today unveiled the statue of Veer Shiromani Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj ji at  Parasatrai village under Arjunda tehsil of Balod district.

Chief Minister Mr. Baghel paid homage to the great ruler and warrior Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his birth anniversary.

 Shivaji Bhonsle, commonly known as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, was a prominent Maratha ruler in India. Shivaji Maharaj was born on February 19, 1630 at the Shivneri Fort in Junnar Tehsil of Pune. There are many mentions of stories and accounts of the bravery of the Maratha warrior in our history. Shivaji Jayanti is celebrated on 19 February to honor the founder of the Maratha Empire with joy and pride. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was one of the most courageous, progressive and powerful ruler of India.

After unveiling the statue, the Chief Minister recalled the courage and bravery of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and said that an image of a personality full of self-confidence and valor always emerges while remembering Shivaji Maharaj.

It is noteworthy that a special thing about this stone idol is that natural colors made from cow dung have been used in making it, Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel praised this initiative and said that the idol of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj has been made very beautifully by using natural colours made from cow dung. He further said that It doesn't seem at all that the idol has been colored with paint made of cow dung, it is a matter of pleasure for us.

   On this occasion, along with Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel as the chief guest, Central President, Delliwar Kurmi Kshatriya Samaj, Dr. Rajendra Harmukh, special guest - Parliamentary Secretary - Cg. Government and MLA - Gunderdehi Mr. Kunwar Singh Nishad, MLA Mrs. Sangeeta Sinha, Mr. Hardev Dilliwar, senior social worker, Mr. Ashok Kumar Deshmukh General Secretary, Dilliwar Kurmi Kshatriya Samaj, Honorable Mrs. Anju Patil Sarpanch Gram Panchayat Parasarai etc. were present.

An exclusive showroom opened in Ambikapur to sell cow dung based products  

Sale of vermi compost, Go-kasth, kanda, incense sticks and cow dung paint

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Adopting an innovative business idea, the women of Ambikapur have started an exclusive showroom for the sale of cow dung based products. It has been named as Godhan Emporium. Vermicompost as well as paint made from cow dung, go kasth, incense sticks, kanda and cow dung are being sold in this emporium. This emporium is being run by women successfully for the last three years at the main square of Ambikapur city and the women working in the Godhan Emporium have earned an income of more than 12 lakhs till now.

In this unique emporium, which looks like a small shopping mall, people of Ambikapur city buy numerous products like go kaasth, incense sticks for worship, havan etc. Similarly,lovers of litti-chokha  purchase cow dung cakes (kande) from here to prepare litti-chokha. Vermi compost is also being used by people in urban areas for house pots as well as for other gardening works. Cow dung paint is also being sold here due to its ability to withstand temperature. The popularity of this emporium is increasing day by day. At present, the emporium witnesses an influx of 40 to 60 customers every day. Moreover, given the popularity of cow dung products, there is a possibility of a further increase in sales.

It is noteworthy that, a total income of Rs 12 lakh 49 thousand has been earned from Godhan Emporium in three years. 4 lakh 50 thousand in the year 2020-21, 4 lakh 87 thousand in the year 2021-22 and 3 lakh 12 thousand in the year 2022-23. The women members working here informed that every month the women of the group are earning about 40 thousand rupees from the emporium. Two female members of the Gothan women's group are stationed alternately in the emporium. Like other shops, Emporium remains closed once a week on Tuesday.

This emporium is a part of Ambikapur Urban Gouthan and is run by the women group associated with this Gothan,. It is noteworthy that the women of the group are members of Ambikapur City Level Federation; this federation is working for cleanliness in Ambikapur city. A unit for making paint from cow dung and preparing dona pattals has also been started here recently. Members of Gauthan groups get 6 to 7 thousand rupees every month as dividends.

Mrs. Shashikala Sinha, President of Ambikapur City Level Federation, says that the Godhan Emporium is a wonderful experience for us. We had heard about showrooms of grains, clothes and other items only but did not imagine that we would run such a beautiful modern decor shop to sell cow dung based products in Ambikapur’s  main city square.

On the occasion of Mahashivratri in Kauhi, Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel prayed to Lord Shiva for the well-being of the state's residents

Inaugurated developmental works worth Rs. 11 crores

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Our pilgrimage centers are our heritage. The development of facilities for pilgrims here is our priority and we have done major works in this direction in the past four years. Chief Minister Mr. Baghel said this in a fair held in Kauhi to the people who had come to seek blessings of Lord Shiva. The Chief Minister, on this occasion, inaugurated development works worth Rs. 11 crores

The Chief Minister said on this occasion that he has prayed to Lord Shiva for the well-being of everyone present in the fair. Like every year, a large number of people have visited the Kauhi Fair.

Lord Shiva is also known as Audhad Dani. Fairs are organized everywhere Lord Shiva resides. With his divine blessings, the state is on the road to progress. Saints have said that the essence of Lord Shiva is the service of all living beings. We have, therefore, made service our goal. We are doing this work by the grace of God and your assistance. The work to develop Ram Van Gaman Tourism Circuit from Koriya to Sukma, spanning 2200 Km., is under process. We have decided to celebrate Kaushalya Mahotsav. We are developing infrastructure in Shivrinarayan and Rajim so that pilgrims can benefit from maximum facilities. We are developing 55 acres of land in Rajim into fair premises. We are also developing the infrastructure in pilgrimage spots related to Guru Ghasidas. We are also working towards making our state economically empowered and providing better facilities in the fields of education and healthcare.

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Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel inaugurated Chhattisgarh Millet Carnival today by garlanding the portrait of Chhattisgarh Mahtari, lighting the traditional lamp and singing the state song "Arpa Pari Ke Dhar".

Carnival will be organized at Subhash Stadium from 17 to 19 February

This event is being organized under the joint aegis of Chhattisgarh State Minor Forest Produce Association and IIMR Hyderabad.

Forest and Climate Change Minister Mr. Mohammad Akbar, President of State Housing Board Mr. Kuldeep Juneja,  are also present in the program

Carnival is being organized with the aim of encouraging inclusion of millet in the daily diet and to create public awareness about its nutritional value.

At the Carnival, common people will be able to enjoy the delicious dishes of Millet.

Millet start-ups are showcasing their packaged millet products at the carnival

Street plays by educational institutions and cultural programs by local folk artists will be organized every evening in the carnival for public awareness.

Famous chefs of the country will also teach how to make new delicious dishes of millet

Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel addressed the Millets Carnival inaguration programme

Millets were earlier considered the food of the toiling masses.

Millets seeds can be stored for 12 years

Today millets have become the food of the rich, as most patients of diabetes are from this section of the society

Millets are rich in nutrients, low in glycemic index

Presently, millets are being cultivated in 1 lakh 65 thousand hectare.

Earlier, the millet cultivation area was only 70 hectares

With the support and incentives of state government, the production area of millets has increased by two to two and a half times.

 Millets production, storage, processing have generated employment on a large scale

Millets will be included in the mid-day meal programme.

Chhattisgarh is the hub of millets.

For the first time in the country, the minimum support price of Kodo, Kutki and Ragi has been fixed and announced in Chhattisgarh. This has stirred a wave of joy and enthusiasm among the farmers. Nearly 55 thousand quintals of millets have been procured in the first year itself.

The market price of Kodo, Kutki and Ragi, which used to be Rs.12 to Rs.15 earlier, has been increased to Rs.25 to Rs.28 today.

Millet producing farmers are availing the benefits of input subsidy under Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana

With the financial support from the state government, the country's largest millet processing plant has been set up in the private sector at Nathia Navagaon in Kanker district.

Conclusion of the three-day-long Mainpat Mahotsav

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Culture Minister Mr. Amarjeet Bhagat has said that the magnificence of Mainpat Mahotsav is continuously increasing. This festival has been quite successful in terms of preserving the culture of Chhattisgarh. It has given a new identity to the Sarguja zone. The festival has provided folk and stage artists with a better platform. The Culture Minister Mr. Bhagat was addressing the closing ceremony of the three-day-long “Mainpat Mahotsav” held in Mainpat in the Sarguja district. 

Culture Minister Mr. Bhagat has said that the tourism services are being extended. The construction of an airstrip in this region will increase the number of facilities in the region. It will also increase the number of tourists. On the occasion, the President of the Food Commission Mr. Gurpreet Singh Babra, Police Inspector General Mr. Ramgopal Garg, Collector Mr. Kundan Kumar, Police Superintendent Mrs. Bhavna Gupta, and the CEO of District Panchayat Mr. Vishawadeep were also present. 

At the closing ceremony, Bollywood Singer and Punjabi Rockstar Daler Mehendi performed many popular songs. The audience expressed their joy and enthusiasm when the Punjabi Rockstar performed the patriotic song, “Rang de Basanti Chola”. The Chhattisgarhi singer Alka Parghaniya, Jasgeet singer Dilip Shadangi, Dushyant Harmukh, and Saurabh Vaibhav also gave a grand performance.

Declares operation of hookah bars "illegal"

Operation of hookah bars in Chhattisgarh is a non-bailable offense under amended law

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Taking an effective step towards creating a healthier environment in the state and curbing the growing trend of drug addiction among youth, Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel has declared the operation of hookah bars in the state as "illegal". The relevant law was amended with strict provisions to prevent the operation of hookah bars, which came into effect immediately.

The decision was made after complaints were received regarding the high consumption of hookah, flavored substances, tobacco, and other addictive substances served in hookah bars operated in various eateries, hotels, and restaurants, especially by the youth. This practice is harmful to their health and also promotes addiction. In response to this unlawful activity, the Chief Minister, Shri Bhupesh Baghel, directed strict action against the hookah bars and the closure of all hookah bars in the state. Acting swiftly on the instructions of the Chief Minister, the police department took strict action against all hookah bars, resulting in the closure of all hookah bars in the state.

Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel has directed that the aforementioned law should be amended, taking into account the current situation, to prevent the younger generation from becoming addicted to such substances. Accordingly, the Chhattisgarh Government has prepared a draft for necessary amendments to the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products (Prohibition of Advertisement and Regulation of Trade and Commerce, Production, Supply, and Distribution) Act, 2003. Competent permission was obtained after the amendment proposal of the Act was passed by the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly. The Act was published in the Chhattisgarh Gazette on February 10, 2023, by the Chhattisgarh Law and Legislative Affairs Department.

As per the amendments made under the Act, the operation of any kind of hookah bar has been prohibited in the state. In addition, smoking through hookah or 'shisha' in any communal hookah bar has also been banned. A provision has been made to seize any material or object used as a subject or means of use in the hookah bar if it is found to be in operation. Any person found operating a hookah bar will be charged with a non-bailable offense and can face imprisonment for up to 3 years, but not less than 1 year, and a fine of up to Rs 50,000, but not less than Rs 10,000. Similarly, any person found smoking through a hookah in a hookah bar will be fined up to Rs 5,000, but not less than Rs 1,000. These amendments made in the relevant Act have come into effect immediately.

The strict provisions of the law will establish effective control over the operation of hookah bars and the tendency to smoke hookah in groups in the hookah bars.

Cheques worth Rs 4.70 crore distributed to beneficiaries under various public welfare schemes

Rs 2 crores 84 lakh 20 thousand returned to 4 thousand 309 investors of the chit fund company

Distributed 'Certificates  for Regularisation of Chhattisgarh's Unauthorised Development' to eight beneficiaries

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Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel unveiled the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji at Chhatrapati Shivaji Park located in Budhasagar of district headquarters Rajnandgaon. On this occasion, Chief Minister Mr. Baghel distributed cheques worth Rs. 4 crores 70 lakh 47 thousand 988 to the beneficiaries of various public welfare schemes of the government. Besides, he also gave away the certificates of Chhattisgarh Anadhikrit Vikas Ka Niyamitikaran Adhiniyam (Regularization of Chhattisgarh's Unauthorised Development). Chief Minister also handed over the cheques worth Rs 2 crore 84 lakh 20 thousand 238 to the 4 thousand 309 investors who were duped by the chit fund company Sahara India.

In his address, Chief Minister Mr. Baghel stated that the statue was unveiled in commemoration of the historical figure Chhatrapati Veer Shivaji. In this program, funds are being distributed to the beneficiaries under several government initiatives. He stated that today, 4 thousand 309 investors of Sahara India  received the cheques of  total Rs 2 crore 84 lakhs 20 thousand 238. Chhattisgarh is the first state to take action against chit fund companies and refund the money to the investors. He stated that the government runs several public welfare initiatives for the general public. The speed of development in Chhattisgarh's villages, cities, and towns has accelerated. The government is always attempting to improve health, education, and sanitation. Farmers, businesses, and women are all benefiting from various programmes of the government, and Chhattisgarh is rapidly moving ahead on the path of development. Mr Baghel further said that through Bhent-Mulaqat campaign, he met social leaders, and sanctioned funds for several community buildings on their demand. The purpose of social/community buildings is to promote societal fraternity, communal harmony, overall development and upliftment. 

Meanwhile, Mayor Mrs. Hema Deshmukh said that the land of Rajnandgaon is the land of litterateurs. It is the land associated with litterateurs Dr. Padumlal Punna Lal Bakshi, Shri Gajanan Madhav Muktibodh, and Dr. Baldev Prasad Mishra. The statue of Shivaji in Sanskardhani Nagri is now a symbol of bravery. she said that despite the COVID crisis, the pace of development remained uninterrupted. she heartily thanked Chief Minister for sanctioning an amount of Rs. 4 crores for the beautification of the city, Rs. 2 crores for the Punni Mela and Rs. 15 crores for social buildings to 11 societies.

In the program, Chairman Chhattisgarh State Rural and Other Backward Classes Areas Development Authority Mr. Daleshwar Sahu, Khujji MLA Mrs. Chhanni Sahu, Chairman Chhattisgarh State Antyavasaya Cooperative Finance and Development Corporation Mr. Dhanesh Patila, Chairman Chhattisgarh State Youth Commission Mr. Jitendra Mudaliar, Chairman District Cooperative Central Bank Maryadit Mr. Nawaz Khan, President Rajgami Estate Trust Mr. Vivek Wasnik, President of Municipal Corporation Rajnandgaon Mr. Harinarayan Dheketa, along with many public representatives, officers and a large number of general public were present.

During the program, Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel distributed cheques of financial aid to 972 beneficiaries under Mukhyamnatri Noni Shaktikaran Yojana, Safai Karamkar Prasuti Sahayata Yojana, contract workers, Gharelu Mahila Karmgar, Hamal Shramik Prasuti Sahayata Yojana and scholarship to their children, Asangathit Karmkar Prasuti Sahayata Yojana and Scholarship, Minimata Mahtari Jatan Yojana, Asangathit Karmkar Mrityu and Divyang Sahayata Yojana, Mukhyamantri Nirmaan Shramik Mrityu and Divyang Sahayata Yojana, Mukhyamantri  Shramik Siyan Sahayata Yojana, and scholarship under Safai Karmakar yojana, amounting to Rs 1 crore 86 lakh 27 thousand have.  As per the rule of  Chhattisgarh Anadhikrit Vikas Ka Niyamitikaran Niyam (Chhattisgarh Regularization of Unauthorized Development Rule), a total of 8 beneficiaries Mr. Mahesh Kumar Ninave, Mrs. Sushma Rokde, Mr. Manohar Talreja, Mrs. Deepali Talreja, Mr. Govind Soni, Mr. Surendra Kumar, Mr. Mayaram Gangber, Mr. Pankaj Kumar Chaudhary  received the cheques amounting  Rs 2 crore 84 lakh 20 thousand 238 to 4 thousand 309 investors of India.

Villagers took advantage of information camp cum development exhibition organized in Haat Bazaar

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The Department of Public Relations organized an information camp cum development exhibition at the weekly Haat Bazaar organized in gram panchayat Korandha of Kusumi development block. A large number of villagers and public representatives visited the exhibition to view the photo exhibition and learn about the government's welfare schemes and plans. Free pamphlets and brochures related to important schemes of the government, 'Nyay Ka Naya Adhyay', 'Janman', and 'Sambal' were also distributed in the camp. The schemes were presented in a very simple and easy-to-understand language, and everyone appreciated the easy access to information.

The popularity of the state government's farmer-friendly schemes has increased the interest of people in agriculture. Chintamani Minj of village Khajuri, Mangaru Ram of village Devari, and Patlu Ram of village Hanspur who came to the weekly Haat Bazaar expressed their views on the exhibition and said that the farmer-friendly schemes of the state government have made agriculture more appealing to people. The economic condition of farmers has been strengthened by getting fair prices for their produce. Other states are also adopting the farmer-friendly schemes of the Chhattisgarh government.

Along with this, they said told that this exhibition is a medium of raising awareness among the people regarding government schemes. Information related to various important schemes including Godhan Nyaya, Yojana, Suraji Gaon Yojana, Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana, Chhattisgarh Millet Mission, procurement of Minor Forest Produce, Rajiv Gandhi Gramin Bhoomiheen Krishi Mazdoor Nyay Yojana, Swami Atmanand Govt. English Medium School, Rajiv Yuva Mitan Club, Bijli Bill Half Yojana, and Shri Dhanwantri Generic Medical Store Yojana have been displayed here so that the common citizen can take advantage of them.

Relief for more than 900 families in Naxal-affected areas through withdrawal of cases

Chhattisgarh Police's sensitive approach encourages 555 Naxalite surrenders last year

Chhattisgarh DGP writes to NIA Director General seeking probe into killing of three public representatives in Bastar

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Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel said that the government is committed to providing a fear-free and law-abiding governance system in Chhattisgarh. He has praised the sensitive attitude of the police in Naxal-affected areas and their efforts to encourage Naxal surrenders, while also cracking down on crime. He has said that the effective strategy of development, trust, and security has resulted in a significant reduction of the Naxal menace in the state.

Home Minister Shri Tamradhwaj Sahu said that in the last four years, continuous efforts have been made to curb Naxalism in Chhattisgarh. The state government is focussing on the modernization of the police force, providing them with modern weapons, security equipment, necessary training, and vehicles to counter Maoists. 

A total of 555 Naxalites surrendered in Chhattisgarh in the last year as a result of the government's efforts for public welfare and the sensitive behavior of the Chhattisgarh police, which is a significant success. During the same period, as many as 46 Naxalites also died in police encounters. In the last four years, cases of more than 900 families in insurgency-hit areas have been withdrawn, providing relief to innocent people. This was made possible through the government's visionary approach to the welfare of the tribals and the sensitive handling by the police. 

It is worth mentioning that the Chhattisgarh Director General of Police Shri Ashok Juneja has written a letter to the Director General of the NIA, seeking an investigation into the killing of three public representatives in Bastar. The Naxalism in Chhattisgarh is continuously shrinking with a significant reduction in their activity due to the efforts Central Security Force and the State Police. As a result, Naxalites, in a fit of rage, are now targeting public representatives and common citizens.

Chief Minister participated in the annual festival and medal distribution program of Digvijay Autonomous Government Post Graduate College

Announced a grant of Rs. 50 lakh for construction of compound in college, Rs 10 lakh for leveling of playground

Employment-oriented programs are being run to provide employment to the youth 

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Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel has said that like the Mahatma Gandhi Rural Industrial Parks established in rural areas, 'Urban Rural Industrial Park' will be established to provide employment to the youth in urban areas as well. Many programs are being run in the state to provide employment opportunities to the youth of the state. Developed land, electricity, water and other necessary infrastructure is being provided to the youth to start their own small industries in the Rural Industrial Park established in the rural areas.

Chief Minister Mr. Baghel was addressing the annual festival and medal distribution program of Government Digvijay Autonomous Post Graduate College of Rajnandgaon today. On this occasion, while wishing the students of the college for their bright future, the Chief Minister said that doors of many possibilities  open for students after college. He further said that Through the annual festival program, the youth gets a good opportunity to prove their talent and move towards progress.

The Chief Minister said that Rajnandgaon district is famous in the entire state in the field of art and literature. He said that legendary litterateurs like Gajanan Madhav Muktibodh, Padumlal Punnalal Bakshi, Dr. Baldev Prasad Mishra have brought laurels to Rajnandgaon district. On this occasion, the Chief Minister said that fees for competitive exams have been waived off for the youth. Along with this, Swami Atmanand English Medium School has been established to provide free of cost quality education in English medium to the students of weaker sections. On this occasion, the Chief Minister honored the meritorious students of the college for the session 2022 and the winners of various competitions were felicitated by distributing medals. On the demand of the students of the college, the Chief Minister announced Rs 50 lakh for the construction of compound in the college and Rs 10 lakh for the leveling of the playground. Along with this, he also announced to make provision in the budget for parking and other infrastructure in the coming time.

On this occasion, Chairman Chhattisgarh State Rural and Other Backward Classes Areas Development Authority Mr. Daleshwar Sahu, MLA from Khujji Mrs. Chhanni Sahu, Chairman Chhattisgarh State Antavasyayi Sahkari Vitt vikas Nigam Mr. Dhanesh Patila, Chairman Chhattisgarh State Youth Commission Mr. Jitendra Mudaliar, Chairman District Cooperative Central Bank Maryadit Mr. Nawaz Khan, Chairman Rajgami Sampada Nyas Mr. Vivek Wasnik along with many public representatives, officers and a large number of citizens were present.

On the lines of RIPA, Urban Cottage and Service Industries Park to be opened in all municipal corporations and municipalities - Chief Minister

Announcement made to open BPO equipped with software and hardware facility in Raipur and Bhilai

World class Central Library cum reading zone will be built in Bhilai at a cost of 20 crores

CCTV cameras will be installed in market areas of cities for security

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In a bid to ensure holistic development of urban bodies of the state, today Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel gave a significant gift of development works worth one thousand crore rupees to the citizens of the state. Participating in the Gaurav Samagam-2023 of the Urban Administration and Development Department, the Chief Minister said that “citizens are getting numerous facilities while sitting at home and civic facilities have also increased in urban bodies”. He further said that “our government has improved the process of making ration cards. Today everyone's ration card is made easily. Earlier it used to be very difficult to get building permission but now it has also been simplified. Under the Mukhyamantri Mitan Yojana, 15 types of services are being provided at home.”

Making a big announcement, the Chief Minister said that BPOs equipped with software and hardware facilities will be opened in Raipur and Bhilai to provide employment for youth. To provide better education for students, a world-class Central Library cum Reading Zone will be made in Bhilai at a cost of 20 crores. The Chief Minister also announced the opening of Urban Cottage and Service Industries Park in all Municipal Corporations and Municipalities on the lines of RIPA. In order to increase the health facilities of the citizens, he also announced to make smart health kiosks in the municipal corporations, in which BP, sugar, and blood tests will be available free of cost. Announcing the facilities of  CCTV, modern toilets and development arrangements in the market areas of the cities, the Chief Minister said that on the demand of public representatives, the ‘chungi kar’ compensation amount of urban bodies would be increased from Rs.26 to Rs.35.

Significant Announcements made by Mr. Baghel:

Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel announced to grant an amount of about Rs. 1 thousand crores to all the urban bodies for development works. He granted 100 crores to Municipal Corporation Raipur, 50 crores to Bilaspur Municipal Corporation, 25 crores to Durg Municipal Corporation, 20 crores each to Bhilai-Charoda, Ambikapur, Jagdalpur, 15 crores each to Risali, Rajnandgaon, Raigarh and Korba, Birgaon, he also announced to grant an amount of 10 crores each to Dhamtari and Chirmiri. Along with this, he also announced to give 5-5 crores to all the municipalities and 3-3 crores to all the Nagar Panchayats.

The Chief Minister also announced urban women's livelihood centers in Raipur, Bhilai and Bilaspur, drainage system for the waterlogged areas of Raipur city, simplification of land development rules, upgradation of Mahatma Gandhi Stadium in Ambikapur, road construction and beautification.

Addressing the Gaurav Samagam function, Urban Administration and Development Minister Mr. Shivkumar Dahriya said that in the last 4 years, with an improved system, efficient work has been done in the field of basic amenities of road, water, electricity, and cleanliness in the urban body area. Constant upgradation is being made in the parameters of development in civic areas. He said that under the guidance of the Honorable Chief Minister, better holistic development work is being done in all areas of the urban bodies. Parliamentary Secretary of Urban Administration and Development Department Mr. Rekhchandra Jain, Mayor of Raipur Mr. Aijaz Dhebar, Special Secretary Dr. Ayyaz Tamboli, Director Mr. R. Ekka, CEO of SUDA Mr. Saumil Ranjan Choubey, mayors, presidents and other public representatives of all bodies were present in the program..

Urban bodies awarded for excellent work:

 - In the Gaurav Samagam ceremony, the urban bodies were awarded for the excellent implementation of various departmental schemes. Municipal Corporation Birgaon was awarded for the most active body, Municipal Corporation Bhilai Charoda for comprehensive coverage and Municipal Corporation Ambikapur for the implementation of services related to the urban body, for excellent performance in Mukhyamantri Mitan Yojana. Municipal Corporation Dhamtari, Municipal Council Dallirajhara and Nagar Panchayat Amdi were awarded for their excellent performance in Mukhyamantri slum swasth Scheme. Nagar Palika Nigam Raigarh, Nagar Palika Parishad Gariaband and Nagar Panchayat Gurr were awarded for commendable performance in Shri Dhanwantri Generic Medical Stores Scheme. Nagar Palika Nigam Raipur, Nagar Palika Parishad Deepka and Nagar Panchayat Kharora were awarded for maximum revenue collection. Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel released a coffee table booklet based on departmental achievements of last 4 years on the occasion of Gaurav Samagam function. On this occasion, he also released a video based on departmental achievements, He further released Mor Patrika Mor Samman guide under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, the guide for aspirational toilet design under Swachh Bharat Mission. Beneficiaries who were selected in the competition organized by the  Government of India on the theme of Khushiyon Ka Aashiana under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana were also awarded.

Students expressed their satisfaction with the doctor's treatment

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The state government has launched the 'Mukhyamantri Shehri Slum Swasthya Yojana' in 2019 to make health facilities even more convenient and accessible in urban areas. Now, the people residing in urban slums no longer have to visit hospitals for the treatment of minor ailments. Previously, sick individuals had to go to a hospital for treatment and wait in long lines for their turn. Keeping in view these difficulties, Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel, implemented this scheme for the public. The health department's mobile medical unit carries out 40 types of tests, including blood and other samples, while free medicine is also distributed to patients after the examination.

On Monday, February 13, the dedicated MMU reached the government girls' high school for the hearing-impaired near the district court, where 29 hearing and speech-impaired students received medical treatment and free medicines as per their requirements. During the treatment, students including Nandini Sahu of class 8th, Prachi Maurya, Urvashi, and Sanjana Mehr of class 6th pointed out through sign language that they received treatment for headache, body pain, cold, cough, body pain, and common flu. Similarly, Kajal Som and Bhoomika Sahu of class 10th also expressed their satisfaction after receiving treatment from the doctor.

The teacher said that the dedicated MMU comes here regularly every 15 days and the medical staff conducts health checkups and collects samples for necessary tests such as blood, mucus, urine, etc. and distributes free medicines on the spot after registering the students.

Institution director, Smt. Uma Devangan, said that there are 80 students enrolled in their residential school, and 29 students received treatment for common ailments on Monday. She added that this scheme has proved to be a boon for the girls. Earlier, these students had to be taken to the district hospital four kilometers away for treatment, which took the whole day for them to commute and receive treatment, but now, with the commencement of MMU services, the children are receiving services at the campus only.

New system will reduce involvement of brokers and extra charges

Buyers of second-hand vehicles in the state will be relieved from the hassle of RTO office visits

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In Chhattisgarh, there is no longer a need to go to an RTO office to buy or sell second-hand vehicles. The Transport Department has started a new process called Aadhaar authentication, under which buyers and sellers can go to their nearest transport service center and easily transfer vehicle ownership. The biggest advantage of this system is that it will reduce the involvement of brokers in the process. Official said that the system is now ready and people will get benefitted directly from it. An additional fee of Rs 100 will have to be paid to the transport service center.

Transport Commissioner Shri Dipanshu Kabra said that the Transport Department has launched a new system called "Aadhaar Authentication" from Monday. With the commencement of this system, people buying and selling second-hand vehicles will now be able to go to nearby transport service centers and easily transfer vehicle ownership.

According to the RTO data, more than two lakh second-hand vehicles are bought and sold in the state every year, and transferring their registration certificates can be a complicated process. Until the ownership of the vehicle is transferred in the name of the buyer, they are not considered the legal owner of the vehicle. Similarly, if a used vehicle is sold and an accident or crime occurs involving that vehicle, action is taken against the person registered in the RC book. Therefore, it is necessary to transfer the registration of a used car to the buyer's name, which requires filling out an online form and visiting the RTO office in person along with the vehicle for verification.

All you need to know about the new system

Nearly 500 service centers have been opened by the transport department across the state, including approximately 50 centers in the Raipur district. Currently, online forms are being filled out for transportation-related tasks here. The department is now introducing Aadhaar authentication at these service centers. The buyer/seller will need to provide their Aadhaar number at the service center, where an employee will check the vehicle number and owner's name in the department's software. Following this, the buyer/seller's fingerprint will be taken using an Aadhaar authentication device. Officials said that this process is being simplified so that vehicle owners do not have to make multiple visits to the office.

Revised Fees

Currently, different charges apply for transferring vehicle ownership in different categories at government offices, with that of two-wheelers at Rs 400, light motor vehicles at Rs 550, and three-wheelers at Rs 750. However, people often end up paying extra charges to agents. Now, the same work can be done at service centers with an additional charge of Rs 100, which will save both time and money for people.

Villagers heap praise on Godhan Nyay Yojana and Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana

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Department of Public Relations is organizing information camps cum development exhibitions in the district's Haat Bazaars to reach out to the public educating them about the welfare schemes of the state government. In this line, an information camp was organized in the village Trishuli of Ramchandrapur development block.

The move aims to reach the maximum number of possible people ensuring that they get the benefit of ambitious welfare schemes. Important schemes of the state government including Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana, Godhan Nyaya Yojana, Suraji Gaon Yojana, Chhattisgarh Millet Mission, Rajiv Gandhi Gramin Bhoomiheen Krishi Mazdoor Nyay Yojana, Chhattisgarh Model, Bijli Bill Half Yojana, Krishna Kunj, Shri Dhanwantri Generic Medical Store Yojana, Rajiv Yuva Mitan Club, Swami Atmanand Hindi, and English medium schools were displayed through photographs in the camp.

Shri Jokhan Yadav of Trishuli village praised the exhibition, saying that through this exhibition, the public is receiving extensive information about government schemes. Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel has been formulating good plans for the past four years, benefiting people from all sections. The villagers spoke highly of the government's Suraji Gaon Yojana describing it as beneficial for rural areas, while the Godhan Nyay Yojana and Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana were described as transformative for farmers. The villagers who came to see the photo exhibition praised the ambitious government plans and Swami Atmanand English Medium Schools. The Department of Public Relations distributed free pamphlets and brochures related to important schemes of the government, 'Nyay Ka Chhattisgarh Model' booklet, and monthly magazine 'Janman' published by the department.

Jashpur's scenic beauty and pleasant weather favourable for tourism

Chief Minister participates in Youth Festival 2023 organized at village Mayali

The Chief Minister handed over development works worth Rs 230.70 crore to Jashpur district

Various developmental works are being done in the field of health, education, tourism, employment

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Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel today participated in the Youth Festival program 2023 organized at village Mayali of Kunkuri development block of Jashpur district. Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel said that Jashpur is very well known for its scenic beauty. The weather here is very pleasant and the Mayali festival here adds to the charm of the region. Moreover,tourism is being promoted in view of the immense tourism potential in Jashpur district. Now people from all over the country and abroad are also getting attracted to witness Jashpur's natural beauty.

  On this occasion, the Chief Minister gifted several development works worth Rs 230 crore 70 lakh to the residents of the district. Chief Minister Mr. Baghel laid the foundation stone of 45 works worth Rs 176.74 crore and inaugurated 45 developmental works worth Rs 53.96 crore. He also distributed leases, checks and assistive materials to the beneficiaries under beneficiary oriented schemes.

Assembly Speaker Dr. Charandas Mahant, Home and Public Works Minister Mr. Tamradhwaj Sahu, Public Health Minister Mr. T.S. Singhdeo, School Education Minister Dr. Premsai Singh Tekam, Parliamentary Secretary and Kunkuri MLA Mr. UD Minj, Jashpur MLA Mr. Vinay Bhagat, Raigarh MLA Mr. Prakash Nayak were also present on this ocassion. 

The Chief Minister further said that information about the schemes of the Chhattisgarh government is also being given through stalls at the festival site. We are definitely moving in a new direction of holistic development. Paddy is being procured on loan waiver and support price to make the farmers financially self-reliant. He also said that common people and farmers are being benefited by the Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana, Godhan Nyay Yojana, Rajiv Gandhi Gramin Bhoomihin Krishi Mazdoor Nyay Yojana and purchase and value addition of minor forest produce. Efficient work is also being done in the field of employment generation. He also informed that 107 lakh 53 thousand metric tonnes of paddy has been procured this year and an amount of 22 thousand crores has been paid directly into the account of the farmers. Under the Godhan Nyaya Yojana, more than 100 lakh quintals of cow dung has been purchased and an amount of more than Rs 200 crore has been given to the vendors.

Chief Minister Mr. Baghel said that along with increasing the income of laborers and providing employment, constant work is also being done in the field of education, health and road construction. Swami Atmanand Government Excellent English Medium School is improving the future of all the children by providing them good education..

Mr. Baghel said that old sports traditions are also being revived and promoted in Chhattisgarh. Earlier women used to play gaedi, fugdi and other games in their maternal homes, now in Chhattisgarhia Olympics, they have displayed their talent in traditional games as well because of which traditional Chhattisgarhian sports are being promoted. He said that our government has also declared holidays on Hareli, Teeja, Pora and Tribal Day. Along with this, the National Tribal Dance Festival is being celebrated to promote the folk culture, tradition and folk dances of Chhattisgarh. Now people have started knowing the cultural traditions of Chhattisgarh even in the country and abroad. 

Addressing the program, Kunkuri MLA Mr. UD Minj said that the Chhattisgarh government is doing various developmental works for the benefit of all sections of the village, be it the poor farmers, laborers and women. He also informed the Chief Minister in detail about the development work being done in the tourism sector in Jashpur district.

Chief Minister unveiled the statue of State's first Finance Minister 'Koriya Kumar' Dr. Ramchandra Singhdev

Rich in multifaceted personality, Koriya Kumar devoted his entire life to the development of Chhattisgarh

Chief Minister shared political and personal memories on the occasion of Dr. Singhdev's birth anniversary, paid floral tribute

Chief Minister performed Bhumi Pujan of development works worth Rs 10.99 crore

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Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel today unveiled the statue of state's first Finance Minister, Late Dr. Ramchandra Singhdev, popularly known as 'Koriya Kumar', at Ghadi Chowk, Baikunthpur, the district headquarters of Koriya, on the occasion of his birth anniversary. Chief Minister paid tribute to late Dr Ramchandra Singhdev by garlanding his statue.

Remembering late Dr. Ramchandra Singhdev, Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel said that his entire life was dedicated to Chhattisgarh. Development and betterment of Chhattisgarh and Koriya were always the core of his vision, and he worked sincerely to realize this vision. He was a multifaceted personality. Mr. Baghel said that Koriya Kumar Dr. Singhdev may have been born in a royal family, but he lived the life of a fakir. His life was very simple. He was frugal throughout his life. Dr. Ramchandra Singhdev was easygoing, simple, sociable, and had cheerful personality. Chief Minister said that the way the tribals take from nature only as per their requirement and do not store it, in the same way Koriya Kumar lived his life with simplicity. Recalling his tenure as PHE Minister, Chief Minister said that back then, Dr. Singhdev had personally visited the area to study water recharging work there. His expertise was in water management and irrigation projects. Mr. Baghel told that Dr. Singhdev was part of the family. 

          Chief Minister said that when he became an MLA and a minister in 1967, half of the portfolios were with him. He also rendered remarkable services as the Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission. When Chhattisgarh was formed, he became the first finance minister of the state. His thoughts and ideas are the foundation of the progressive economy of Chhattisgarh today. Today, Chhattisgarh is moving fast on the foundation of the economy of Chhattisgarh laid by him as the Finance Minister. Chief Minister told that Dr. Singhdev would often ask him to call him uncle instead of Kumar Saheb. The absence of such a simple-minded and sociable person is definitely an irreparable loss for all of us.

           Chief Minister Mr. Baghel also mentioned the contribution of Koriya Kumar's father late Mr. Ramanuja Pratap Singhdeo in the making of labour law and mid-day meal scheme, which is being implemented in the entire country today. He said that the love and affection of Koriya Kumar was always with him. Today, on this occasion, I pay my respects to that great personality who devoted his entire life to the development of the state, said Mr. Baghel.

On this occasion, Chief Minister Mr. Baghel performed Bhumi Pujan of various development works costing about Rs. 10.99 crore for the district, which includes works worth Rs. 7.63 crore for Municipal Council Baikunthpur, works of Rs. 2.86 crore for Municipal Council Shivpur-Charcha and various other development works of Rs. 50 lakh including the community hall of Sarva Adivasi Samaj in Baikunthpur* 

           On this occasion, Vidhansabha Speaker Dr. Charandas Mahant, Minister in-charge of Home, Public Works and District Mr. Tamradhwaj Sahu, Health Minister Mr. T.S. Singhdev, School Education Minister Dr. Premsai Singh Tekam, Parliamentary Secretary and Baikunthpur MLA Mrs. Ambika Singhdev, Vice President of Surguja Development Authority and Bharatpur-Sonhat MLA Mr. Gulab Kamro and Director, CGMSC and Manendragarh MLA Dr. Vinay Jaiswal including local public representatives, eminent citizens and elders. Common people were present in large numbers.

Skilled politician, expert in water management and keen interest in photography were important aspects of Dr. Singhdeo's identity-

 Late Dr. Ramchandra Singhdev, popularly known as "Koriya Kumar", was born on February 13, 1930 in Baikunthpur, the district headquarters. From 1967 to 2000, Dr. Singhdev was a member of the Legislative Assembly, Minister of Irrigation and Deputy Chairman of the State Planning Board in undivided Madhya Pradesh. After Chhattisgarh was carved out of Madhya Pradesh, he became the first Finance Minister of Chhattisgarh. He did his schooling at Rajkumar College, Raipur and higher education at Allahabad University, from where he obtained MSc in Chemistry and PhD in Sociology. His interest was in photography, book writing. He had fundamental thoughts on advanced forms of irrigation, planning, economics, he always had an active participation in various national seminars organized on issues of public interest. He was also honored for efficient water management by an international organization based in Germany.