"Chhattisgarh government is the government of farmers, villagers, poor people and laborers": Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel

On the demand of people, the Chief Minister announced to upgrade Nandghat as Nagar Panchayat

CM announces to open a Swami Atmanand English medium school in Nandghat

CM announces to open a District Cooperative Bank branch in Badnara

" Your schemes are financially empowering women": Anjala said to Chief Minister

Raipur TNINS 

Chief Minister Mr.Bhupesh Baghel on Thursday reached Nandghat village of Nawagarh assembly constituency under Bemetara district as a part of his mammoth public interaction drive 'Bhent-Mulaqat Abhiyan'. On the demand of public representatives and villagers, the Chief Minister has made several important announcements for this area. He commenced the program by garlanding the portrait of Chhattisgarh Mahtari and singing the state song. Parliamentary Secretary and MLA of Nawagarh Assembly Constituency Mr. Gurudayal Singh Banjare was present on the occasion.

Addressing the program, the Chief Minister said that he is at a state-wide campaign to take feedback and know about the ground reality of the implementation of schemes, whether people are getting the benefits of all the schemes or not and whether people are happy with the schemes or not. As soon as after taking the charge of the government, an order was passed to waive off the loans of the farmers. Lok Sabha MP Mr. Rahul Gandhi had given us 10 days time for loan waiver of farmers, and within 10 hours the government waived off the loan of about Rs.9 thousand crores of 19 lakh farmers for the welfare of the farmers of the state. Despite the constraints imposed by the Central government on purchasing paddy at the support price, the state government is buying paddy from farmers at the highest price possible through support price and Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana. Under the scheme, three installments have been transferred to the farmers' account and the fourth installment is to be released on March 31. The Chief Minister said that the maximum support price is being given for sugarcane in the state. Kodo-Kutki is also being procured in the state at the support price, which is the only case in the whole country. This is the government of farmers, villages, poor, and laborers.

Chief Minister Mr. Baghel inaugurated and performed Bhumi Pujan of various development works, worth Rs 57 crore 29 lakh 49 thousand for the proper development of Nawagarh assembly constituency. He inaugurated 46 developmental works worth Rs 35 crore 62 lakh 75 thousand and performed Bhumipujan of 14 development works worth Rs.21 crore 66 lakh 74 thousand.

Interacting with Chief Minister, a farmer Harish Mishra told that he is receiving the benefit of the Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana. He owns 50 acres of land, and the loan of Rs.12 lakh 50 thousand taken on this land has been waived off by the government. Farmer Mr. Bhagwat Nirmalkar said that he has 15 acres of land. Under the loan waiver scheme, a loan of Rs.1 lakh 12 thousand has been waived. They got their children married with the money they earned from selling paddy.

Interacting with the Chief Minister in English, Tanu Singh, a class 11 student of Swami Atmanand English Medium School, Nawagarh, said that she is receiving all the facilities in the school like private schools. Good education, a library, and sports facilities are available. Earlier she used to study in a private school, where a lot of money was spent. Mr. Lallu Raut thanked the Chief Minister for the Godhan Nyaya Yojana and sang a song in the beautiful Chhattisgarhi dialect based on the schemes of the state government. Appreciating him, the Chief Minister said that a glimpse of life's philosophy was seen in the song of Shri Lallu Raut. Nirmala Sahu of village Mohtara said that she is cultivating turmeric on 2 acres of land using the ‘Bari Yojana’ and by selling the turmeric, she has earned Rs.40,000. She praised the Godhan Nyay Yojana and said that she has earned Rs.3 lakh 24 thousand 7 hundred by selling vermicompost.

Umesh Kumar of Rajiv Yuva Mitan Group stated that his club has 35 members, all of them participated in the events. He said that the Mitan Club is a fantastic initiative for the development of young people. Mr. Janakram Sen, a beneficiary of the Rajiv Gandhi Grameen Bhumiheen Shramik Nyay Yojana, told that he is receiving the benefits of the scheme. So far he has received Rs.2000 in his account in 3 installments. Thanking the Chief Minister, he said that it is a very good scheme.

Mrs. Anjala Tiwari told that she bought sarees and jewelry by selling vermicompost. Thanking the Chief Minister, she said that women are becoming financially empowered with these schemes. Mr. Khubiram told that he has sold cow dung worth Rs. 40 thousand under the Godhan Nyaya Yojana. He bought a mobile for Rs 10,000 from the money he earned.

Announcements made by Chief Minister Mr.Bhupesh Baghel in the 'Bhent-Mulaqat' program organized at Nandghat village falling under Nawagarh Assembly Constituency

1. Swami Atmanand English medium school to be opened in village Nandghat.

2. Mangal Bhawan will be constructed in Nandghat.

3. New buildings will be constructed for higher secondary schools in Badnara and Nandghat.

4. A new rest house will be constructed in Nandghat.

5. Branch of District Cooperative Bank to be opened in Badnara.

6. Road will be constructed from Nawagarh turn Bemetara to Mungeli border via Navagarh.

7. A new building will be constructed for the middle school in Chakravay.

8. Announcement of Rs.25 lakh for the development works of Nandghat Panchayat.

9. Nandghat to be upgraded to Nagar Panchayat.

 Chief Minister arrived at Kathia (Raanka) village of Bemetara assembly constituency under his Bhent-Mulaqat campaign, made many important announcements

Gram Panchayat Kusmi will be made Nagar Panchayat

Swami Atmanand English Medium School will be opened in Kusmi and Ranka Kathia

Announcement of upgradation and renovation of Jewra-Arjuni-Boriya road

Construction of a Community Hall, a Higher Secondary School building and Chana Gheghri Ghat in village Ranka-Kathia announced

Raipur, TNINS 

Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel, while addressing the general public during Bhent-Mulaqat program in village Kathia (Ranka) of Berla development block in Bemetara assembly constituency, said that state government's scheme are bringing prosperity in the homes of the poor. Godhan Nyay Yojana, Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana, Suraji Gaon Yojana, Rajiv Gandhi Rural Landless Agricultural Laborer Justice Yojana, Haat Bazar Clinic Yojana are benefitting the common people. Mr. Baghel said that the aim of our government is to boost the income of common people, and all our schemes are formulated around this objective.

During the programme, Lakshmi Banjare, a resident of Anand village, told that her group Jai self-help group joined the Gauthan and started making vermicompost organic fertilizer. So far, her group has earned an income of Rs 10 lakh 14 thousand by selling vermicompost. There are 10 women members in the group, and each of them have earned Rs 1 lakh each. He told that the women of the group are supporting their families by selling organic fertilizers. Some have bought a TV, some could build a house, some have bought a scooty for their husband. Chief Minister said that these schemes have brought prosperity in the homes of the poor. At the Bhent-Mulaqat program, 65-year-old Kimina Banjare, a resident of Anand village, told that from the income she earned by selling vermicompost, she has bought a motorcycle for her husband and has also bought a TV set for the house. Chief Minister congratulated her on her financial empowerment.

Chief Minister made many announcements at the programme

Chief Minister made several announcements for the development of the area during the Bhent-Mulaqat program. He announced that Gram Panchayat Kusmi will be made a Nagar Panchayat,  besides construction of community hall, higher secondary school building in village Ranka-Kathia was also announced. Administrative approval for Chana Gheghri Ghat has also been announced.

Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel said in his address to the programme that the state government has made schemes for every section of people in the state. State Government has made a scheme for Protection of Gauvansh as well. The main objective of the government is to bring positive changes in the lives of farmers and tribal people. He told that the universal PDS scheme has been formulated so that people of all sections of the state get the right to food. Our first decision after coming into power was to give loan waiver to the farmers, in which loans of 19 lakh farmers were waived off. Our government is implementing the Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana for the farmers. Farmers will get its fourth installment on March 31.

Chief Minister said that the state government is giving the highest price for paddy to the farmers. The promise was 2500 but by including the support price and input subsidy, we are giving Rs 2640 and 2660 per quintal to the farmers for paddy. Chief Minister said that paddy procurement has been simplified for the convenience of the farmers. Online token arrangements have been made. Chief Minister commenced Bhent-Mulaqat program by garlanding the photo of Chhattisgarh Mahtari, lighting the lamp and singing the state song. Several public representatives including MLA Mr. Ashish Chhabra were present on the stage along with the Chief Minister.

During the program, farmer Kheduram told Chief Minister that he had 25 acres of land. He has sold paddy at the support price. He is getting the benefits of Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana, and awaiting the fourth installment of Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana. Farmer Khedu Ram told that he practices organic farming, for this he makes organic manure in his own yard. His dream is to sell the organic crop abroad. Chief Minister Mr. Baghel said that for taking other crops instead of paddy, farmers are given Rs 10,000 per acre as exchange grant under the Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana. For this, the farmer has to inform about the change of crop.

Farmer Derha Ram, a resident of village Chetwa, praised all the schemes made for the welfare of the farmers. He told that he has 2.50 acres of land, the loan taken on this land has been forgiven. Mrs. Yamuna, a resident of Kathia, told the Chief Minister that her ration card has not been issued after her request for the change of address. After listening to her problem, Chief Minister instructed the Collector to ensure the issuance of her ration card. Mrs. Shesh Kumari Dewangan, a resident of village Rampur, told that she bought anklets from the money earned by selling cow dung worth Rs.37,000. Mrs. Shesh Kumari appreciated the scheme and said that now cow dung has become precious commodity. Santoshi Puraina told that his ration card has been issies and she is recieving rice, salt and sugar every month.

In the programme, Mr. Deendayal Sahu, the beneficiary of Haat Bazar Clinic Scheme, told that he has received good treatment that too free of cost under the scheme. Chief Minister told him that the state government has Dr. Khubchand Baghel Health Assistance Scheme, under which treatment up to Rs 5 lakh can be availed. Mr. Rooplal of Rajiv Yuva Mitan Club told Chief Minister that there are 28 members in his club. They are participating in all social and cultural events.

 "We are directly interacting with the public, people get an opportunity to share their views and problems": CM Mr.Baghel

CM announced for opening a new sub-tehsil office in Devarbija

CM announced for opening a District Cooperative Bank branch in Saldha

CM announced for construction of fully equipped town hall in Devarbija

CM announced for construction of a 4 km road from village Hardi to Lata

CM announced for upgradation of Parpoda High School as Higher Secondary and Primary School Khamharia M as Pre Middle School

CM announced for opening a paddy procurement sub-center in Keshadbari

CM announced for opening a sub-health center in Gram Panchayat Ghotmarra

Raipur,TNINS 

Chief Minister Mr.Bhupesh Baghel reached Dewarbija village of the Bemetara assembly constituency on December 28 as a part of his mammoth public interaction drive 'Bhent-Mulaqat Abhiyan' across the state. Addressing the people he said this is the first time that people are holding a mic in front of a CM. People are telling their problems and views. This has never happened before. Our government is directly interacting with the public.

During the Jan Chaupal, Chief Minister Mr. Baghel said that the state government has made various schemes for every section of society. The state government is interacting with people in the state-wide Bhent-Mulaqat Abhiyan and taking feedback about the implementation of schemes from the beneficiaries. People especially the rural populace are interacting with Chief Minister and telling their problems openly and directly to him. People's problems are also being solved in this program.

He said that it is the endeavor of the state government that the benefits of the schemes should reach the maximum number of people. The benefits of government schemes have reached the beneficiaries even during the pandemic. Discussing the loan waiver scheme, he said that when the scheme was implemented, some farmers had sold their paddy but their money was returned through loan waiver. About Rs.1200 crore were returned. Chief Minister asked the people about loan waiver, people raised their hands and said 'yes' in one voice. He said that the installment of the Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana is proven to be a boon for the farmers in their time of need. The money is needed the most during farming and festivals. The amount of this scheme is provided in four installments.

Chief Minister's announcements

Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel announced for the establishment District Cooperative Bank branch in village Saldha and a new sub-tehsil office in Gram Panchayat Devarbija. He announced for well-equipped Manglik Bhavan (Townhall) in Devarbija, construction of a 4 km road from village Hardi to Lata, upgradation of Parpoda High School to Higher Secondary School and Primary School Khamharia M to Pre Middle School, Paddy Purchase Center at Keshadbari , a sub-health centre at Gram Panchayat Ghotmarra and construction of embankment in Shivnath river at village Saldha.

Bhuneshwari bought a secondhand car by selling vermicompost

During the Jan Chaupal, Mrs. Bhuneshwari of Sankara told their group is producing vermicompost and so far they have produced and sold Vermicompost worth Rs 5 lakh 38 thousand. All the members of the group are earning a good income. Bhuneshwari told that she bought a secondhand car recently, and she and her husband shared the expenditure on the car 50-50. Chief Minister appreciated her saying that their partnership is bringing joy to the family. Ramkhilavan Sahu of Keshadbari village told that he has two and a half acres of land. The loan of Rs.2 lakh 36 thousand has been waived off. He told that it is now very convenient to bear the expenses of the family.

Fancy store and rice mill by selling cow dung

Bharti Verma told that she started a fancy store by selling cow dung. She also started a mini rice mill has also been opened through which she is earning a good income. The Chief Minister praised her and asked how do you manage so much work. Ramkhilavan Vaishnav of Chikhali village told that he is a beneficiary of Rajiv Gandhi Grameen Bhumiheen Krishi Majdoor Nyay Yojana. Till now three installments have been received, and this scheme is helping a lot. Balram Patel, the beneficiary of Chief Minister's Haat Bazar Clinic Yojana, told that he is getting regular benefits. The Chief Minister asked how much the money was needed, to which Balram said - "kabar laghi kaka"( why to pay, uncle).

During the Jan Chaupal, the Chief Minister told the villagers about the 'Mukhyamantri Vishesh Swasthya Sahayata' Yojana and said that for the treatment of serious diseases, financial aid up to Rs.20 lakh is provided under this scheme. Tripti Rajput, a student of Swami Atmanand English Medium School told that she is studying in Devarbija. Speaking in English, Tripti said that her school has a proper playground. She is studying well in school. A local person from the public told about the problem related to his eye, on which the Chief Minister, taking a quick decision, announced a financial aid of Rs.2 lakh.

 Our farmers become prosperous, their development is our first priority": Mr. Bhupesh Baghel

CM announced for opening  of a new college in Thelka and Bortara

Swami Atmanand English Medium Excellent School to be opened in Thelka,Parpodi, and Mohgaon

CM announced for opening  of a Primary Health Center at Thelka and Khairjhitikala and High School at Gopalpur and Darri

CM announced to upgrade High schools of Suvaratala, Ghotwani, Kanhera, Dhivri, and Koppedbari into Higher Secondary Schools

TNINS 

Chief Minister Mr.Bhupesh Baghel reached Thelka village of Saja assembly constituency under Bemetara district on December 27 as a part of his mammoth public interaction drive 'Bhent-Mulaqat Abhiyan' across the state. In his address at Bhent-Mulaqat, he said "Chhattisgarh's existence as a state was our ancestors' dream. Ensuring the prosperity and development of our farmers is our top priority. Loans to be waived off were promised in the election campaign, and as soon as our new government took charge, the loan of 19 lakh farmers' totaling Rs.9500 thousand crores was waived off.". He further stated that effective measures have been taken to enhance the situation of farmers. Along with providing a fair price for paddy, support prices for other crops have also been announced. In the first year, paddy was purchased for Rs.2500 per quintal; however, now even more prices are available for the purchase of paddy. He said that the fourth installment of the Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana will be released to all beneficiaries on March 31.

Chief Minister Mr.Bhupesh Baghel said that the core objective of the state government is to improve the economic condition of the common people and to provide quality education to the children. He said that ITI is being upgraded. Free treatment and medicines are being provided to people under health schemes. Schemes like Haat Bazar Clinic are being run. The government is taking steps to promote the culture of Chhattisgarh. Ram Van Gaman tourism circuit is being developed. He said that work is being done to promote the local culture of different regions of Chhattisgarh.

Chief Minister's announcements

Chief Minister made several important announcements for the development of Thelka village which include opening of new colleges in Thelka and Bortara, opening of Primary  Healthcare Center in Thelka and Khairjhitikala, opening of Swami Atmanand English Medium School of Excellence in Thelka/Parpodi/Mohgaon, opening of High Schools in Gopalpur and Darri, upgradation of High Schools to a Higher Secondary Schools in Suvratala, Ghotwani, Kanhera, Dhivri, Kopedbari, construction of a bridge on Dotu stream near Tendua Navapara, bridge on Karra Nala at the Bortara road, bridge on Kongiyakala Surhi river and bridge construction in Padumsara, upgradation of Devkar Primary Healthcare Center into a Community Healthcare Center, construction of Sara-Bortara - Parpodi road, construction of Gadadih -Bundeli Devkar road,  construction of Bija - Keshtara - Lalpur - Thelka - Beltara - Bhendarwani - Chilfi road, construction of Tiriyabhat - Devkar - Jamgaon road, construction of Beltara - Somai Khurd  road , construction of Mini stadium in Mungsatola ,Thelka and Mohgaon, construction of Higher Secondary School building in Suvartala,  Kehka and Kongiyakala, construction of Sarv Mangalik Bhavan in Thelka, construction of Gada Bhata - Bharda Lodi road and construction of a bridge on Surhi River in Bhandarwani.

Santoshi Bai bought half an acre of land by selling cow dung

While interacting with the Chief Minister Mr.Bhupesh Baghel, Paras Patel of Tedhi village stated that Rs 2.50 lakh of his loan has been waived off. Along with being able to celebrate festivals with the money he earns from farming, he is now able to fulfill all of his responsibilities towards his family extremely well. When asked by the Chief Minister about the Godhan Nyaya Yojana, Santoshi Bai said that she has sold cow dung worth Rs.2 lakh and is also selling cow milk. She is paying for the education of her children and also bought half an acre of land using this money. After listening to her, Chief Minister gave her best wishes.

Umesh Sahu, a member Rajiv Yuva Mitan Club said that there are 55 to 60 members in his club. They all took part in Chhattisgarhi Olympics. Along with this, they are also participating in other programs including the Ramayana competition. The Chief Minister told him that the installment of Rs 25,000 will be deposited in the account of the club on January 12 next year.

Women's group gifted a jacket made of banana stem fiber

During the meeting, the women's group of village Rakhi gifted a jacket made of banana stem fiber to Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel. He thanked them. Farmer Mr. Dilip Mishra told the Chief Minister that he has 3 acres of land. He had a loan of Rs.4 lakhs for 15 years, and all of his loans have been waived off. He said that he got the honor of being called a farmer in 2019 after becoming debt free. The Chief Minister congratulated him. Naveen Mishra of village Somekhurd said that his loan of Rs 2.50 lakh was waived off. He also recited his poem as well. Chandraprakash Rajput of Gadadih village told that crop production has increased with vermicompost and the soil has also become soft which is very beneficial for the crops. After the meeting, Chief Minister Mr. Baghel met the children of Swami Atmanand English Medium School and took information about their education. The Chief Minister also posed for photographs with the children.

Performed bhoomipujan and inaugurated development work worth Rs.87.77 crore at Thelka

Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel inaugurated and performed Bhumi Pujan of 72 developmental works worth Rs.87.77 crores for village Thelka. This includes the inauguration of development work worth Rs 51.57 crore and performed Bhoomipujan of development work worth Rs 36.19 crore.

In the meeting, Shashibala Sahu of Saja village told that she is receiving 35 kg of rice. The Chief Minister asked about salt, sugar, rice, gas cylinder, and kerosene. Shashibala Sahu told that ration, salt and sugar are being provided regularly. A gas cylinder is of Rs.1200 and kerosene oil is of Rs.100 per liter, both are very expensive. On this, the Chief Minister said that the central government decides the price of petrol-diesel and oils.

 More than 37 lakh people got free treatment so far

Raipur TNINS 

More than 37 lakh people have got free treatment under the Mukhyamantri Shehri Slum Swasthya Yojana started by the state government with an objective to make healthcare accessible and affordable for people living in urban slums. 

Under the scheme, free-of-cost facilities including doctor's consultations, medical tests, and medicines are being provided in all urban areas across the state through dedicated 120 well-equipped mobile medical units. Through this scheme, apart from providing the facility of medical tests to nearly 8.32 lakh, free medicines have been distributed to more than 30.94 lakh patients. The beneficiaries also include about 2.59 lakh laborers.

Under this scheme, run by the Urban Administration and Development Department of the Chhattisgarh Government, so far 49, 192 camps have been organized in the slums of 169 urban bodies of the state. Urban Administration and Development Minister Dr. Shivkumar Dahariya has given instructions to the departmental officers to provide free medicines to the underprivileged and needy people after health check-ups.

It is worth mentioning that the first phase of this scheme was started on 01 November 2020 with 60 mobile medical units to provide health facilities to the people living in slums of 14 municipal corporation areas of the state. Keeping in view the success of this scheme, the scope of the scheme was expanded to all urban bodies of the state on March 31, 2022, with the addition of 60 new mobile medical units.

TNINS

Under the Mukhyamantri Mitan Yojana started by the Chhattisgarh Government, people in urban areas are being provided official services at home. Under the scheme, about 47400 people have booked appointments to obtain official documents at their homes so far. More than 37700 citizens have received important official documents at their doorsteps. So far, more than about 96000 citizens have called the Mitan Yojana’s toll-free number 14545, and obtained information on receiving relevant official documents. Under the directions of the Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel and the Urban Administration Development Department, the Mukhyamantri Mitan Yojana was started on 01 May 2022 to provide a home-delivery service of important official documents for the state’s citizens. 

Services under the Mitan Yojana include the home delivery of official documents like birth certificates, correction in the birth certificate, death certificates, correction in the death certificate, domicile certificates, marriage registration certificates, income certificates, OBC certificates, SC/ST certificates, shop and establishment registration certificates, land record copy, land notification (land use), Aadhar card registration, correction in the address and mobile number in Aadhar card for children up to 5 years of age, application for PAN number, PAN update, and duplicates. This service has helped people save labor, time, and money and they no longer have to visit Government offices again and again. The Mitan Yojana in Chhattisgarh has helped in extending facilities to citizens. The state residents are receiving official services at their doorsteps with the help of Mitan.

 Lord Jesus symbolizes love and brotherhood that can defeat violence, hatred, jealousy, and sorrow: Mr. Bhupesh Baghel

The Chief Minister joined the prayers after reaching St. Joseph's Cathedral and St. Paul's Cathedral.

Christmas greetings from Chief Minister Mr. Baghel to the Christian society and the people of the state

wished for the happiness and prosperity of the state

Raipur, TNINS 

Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel reached the St. Joseph's Cathedral and St. Paul's Cathedral in the capital Raipur today and prayed for the happiness and prosperity of the people of the state. He extended Christmas greetings and best wishes to all the residents of the state including the Christian community.

        On this occasion, Chief Minister Mr. Baghel said  "today the birthday of Lord Jesus Christ is being celebrated with great pomp all over the world. Cakes and sweets are being made in all the houses,  children have also dressed up for the big day of Christmas celebration. The message of Lord Jesus is applicable to the whole of humanity. He told that only through compassion, love, and service we can reach God, this is the way by which we can win over hatred, jealousy and anger prevailing in life. In this message of Jesus Christ, there is brotherhood and love which can defeat the violence, hatred, jealousy and sorrow spread in the world today". Chief Minister Mr. Baghel said that we should serve humanity by following the message of the Lord Jesus to take this human civilization to greater heights of progress. He said that today, on this auspicious day, while offering prayers to Lord Jesus Christ, I congratulate and wish you all."

     On this occasion, Chief Minister Mr. Baghel celebrated Christmas day by cutting the cake with the people present in the Cathedral. Everyone in the church prayed to the Lord and the church choir presented carols. Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel was welcomed by the Christian community and he was presented with a bouquet and shawl. On this occasion, Chairman of Chhattisgarh Housing Board Mr. Kuldeep Juneja, Chairman of the Minorities Commission Mr. Mahendra Chhabra, Mayor Mr. Aijaz Dhebar, Archbishop Victor Henry Thakur at St. Joseph's Cathedral, Vicar General Father Sebastian P., Chief Priest, Father Jose Philip, Basant Tirkey, Father Croslin etc. attended. Similarly, at St. Paul's Cathedral, Bishop the Right Reverend Ajay Umesh James, Pastor Ajay Martin, Deacon Marcus Keju, Deacon K. Khunte, Deacon A. Corey, Deacon Abraham Ras and Diocese Spokesperson Mr. John Rajesh Paul were present along with large number of people from the Christian community.

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Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel paid tribute to freedom fighter Bharat Ratna Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya and former Prime Minister Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee by offering flowers on their photographs at his residence office here today. Recalling the contribution of Shri Malviya towards the country, Chief Minister said that Malviya ji dedicated his entire life for the freedom of the country. He served Mother India with utmost reverence and determination. Malviya ji was a great educationist, excellent speaker and a national leader. He established Banaras Hindu University, a major center of education in India. He is respectfully known as Mahamana. Chief Minister Mr. Baghel said that the dedication and values with which Malviya ji laid the foundation of nationalism in India is exemplary for every Indian.

 Remembering Atal ji on the occasion, Chief Minister said that he was a multifaceted personality. He is known for his political and personal integrity. Apart from being a skilled politician, Atal ji was also an energetic speaker and poet. He said that Bajpai ji will always be remembered for his dignified persona, his contributions for the country and his inspirational poems.

 Chief Minister reaches Lahod village of Kasdol assembly constituency

CM announced to open a Swami Atmanand English Medium School and Power Distribution Center in Lahod

CM announced for construction of a sports complex in Lavan Nagar Panchayat, renaming Balar dam of Kasdol after former minister Mr. Kanhaiya Lal Sharma

Primary School Hardi to be upgraded as middle school

CM announced for construction of government high school building in Kharri and Deorikala village

TNINS 

Chief Minister Mr.Bhupesh Baghel reached Lahod village of Kasdol assembly constituency under Balodabazar-Bhatapara district on December 22 as a part of his mammoth public interaction drive 'Bhent-Mulaqat Abhiyan' across the state. He was accorded a warm welcome by the local public representatives and officials on his arrival at the helipad. He interacted with the public and took feedback about the implementation of the schemes of the state government. He inaugurated and performed Bhoomipujan of 46 development works worth Rs 52.41 lakh in the village Lahod of Balodabazaar-Bhatapara district. This includes the inauguration of 21 works worth Rs 39.31 crore and Bhoomipujan of 25 works worth more than Rs 13 crore. On this occasion, Higher Education Minister Mr. Umesh Patel, Parliamentary Secretaries Ms. Shakuntala Sahu, and Chandradev Rai, President of Krishak Kalyan Parishad Mr. Surendra Sharma, many public representatives and villagers were present.

Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel announced a slew of development work for the people of this area including the construction of a bridge on the Mallin stream in Khatiyapati, construction of Putpura-Ghirghola-Daunajhar road of 3.20 km (along with a bridge and culvert), construction of a 2.55 KM long road between Chirchida and Kasiyara under the Mukhyamantri Gram Sadak Yojana, Hardi Primary School to be upgraded to a Middle School, construction of a new building for Government High School at Kharri Village, and Devrikala, an amount of Rs. 40 lakh will be provided to Lavan and Lahod (each) for infrastructure development, construction of sports premises in Lavan Nagar Panchayat, Balar Dam in Kasdol to be renamed after former minister Kanhaiya Lal Sharma, divider construction and electrification of Kasdol city’s four-lane road. He also announced to start Damru Lift Irrigation Scheme, the establishment of Power Distribution Center, and Swami Atmanand English Medium School in Lahod.

Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel said that the Godhan Nyaya Yojana has become a source of income for cow herders. People are now opting for animal husbandry for their livelihood. He further said that under the Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana, the amount is being paid to the farmers in four installments and improving the economic condition of the farmers. Agriculture has now become a profitable business. The income of the farmers has increased. Gauthans have been constructed in the villages, which are developing as livelihood centers.

CM took feedback from villagers

During the Jan-Chaupal, a student named Bhesram Patel and other students requested the cancellation of the transfer order of the teacher Mamta Rathor who was being transferred from the school in Paijni. The Chief Minister has given instructions to the Collector for required action in this matter. Krish Verma, a 7th-grade student of Swami Atmanand English Medium School, stated that impoverished pupils too have access to free English education while Krish Verma told the Chief Minister that he has designed a 3D printer. Similarly, while introducing herself in English, class 7th student Bhumi Verma stated that, in addition to better studies, other activities for physical and mental growth are held on a regular basis at the school. They also receive 5,000 rupees annually as part of the Mahtari Dular Yojana. Mukhyamantri Suposhan Yojana beneficiary Mrs. Renu stated that the scheme has made a significant improvement in her health and is being utilized by other women as well, while children are also benefiting from it. While being asked about salt, sugar, rice, gas cylinder, and kerosene, Khamhariya-resident Lileshwari Daheriya said that she is receiving ration, salt, sugar, etc. regularly. Mrityunjay Pandey of Lavan told that he has received the amount of all the installments of paddy procurement. He told that under the Godhan Nyaya Yojana, he has sold cow dung worth Rs.1 lakh so far. Java Bai Sarkor from Sarkhor said that she earned profits by selling cow dung. She also said that she is also selling milk alongside cow dung to earn profits. Palari's farmer Premlal Verma told that he suffered a lot in poultry farming during the COVID pandemic. He has only one acre of land, and now facing a lot of problems. Hearing this, the Chief Minister instructed the Collector to resolve the issue.

Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel partakes lunch at the house of a small farmer in village Lahod

Chief Minister Mr.Bhupesh Baghel had lunch at the house of a small farmer and laborer Mr. Aghnu Kosle. On this occasion, the family members of Mr.Kosle accorded a traditional welcome to Chief Minister with 'aarti' and applying tilak. Mr. Baghel relished the delicious taste of traditional dishes including lal bhaji, palak bhaji, kusum bhaji, hand grinded tomato chutney, navalgol matar and aaloo-bhata-rakhiya badi. He interacted with all the family members post-meal and gave them gifts. He offered prayers at the Jaitkhamb located in front of the house of Mr.Aghnu Kosele in village Lahod and wished for the happiness, prosperity, and well-being of the people of the state.

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Transport Minister distributed subsidy amount of more than Rs 80 lakhs to 404 beneficiaries under electric vehicle policy

Transport Minister Shri Mohammad Akbar on Thursday distributed subsidy amounting to Rs 80 lakh 37 thousand 128 to 404 beneficiaries across the state under Electric Vehicle Policy 2022. He congratulated the beneficiaries and said that every possible initiative is being taken as per directions of Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel to promote electric vehicles in Chhattisgarh.

Transport Minister Shri Akbar said on the occasion that any person who purchases an electric vehicle is entitled to the subsidy provided by the state government. For this, they have to provide the account number and IFSC code to the vehicle seller/dealer. 10 per cent of the value of the vehicle, a maximum of Rs 1.5 lakh, will be directly transferred to the account of the e-vehicle buyer by the transport department. 

Secretary Transport Shri S. Prakash, Transport Commissioner Shri Dipanshu Kabra, Joint Transport Commissioner Shri Vedvrat Sirmour, RTO Raipur Shri Shailabh Sahu, and Scientist Shri Amit Dewangan were present on the occasion. 

Transport Minister Shri Akbar said on the occasion that it is the need of the hour to promote the use of electric vehicles in view of the persisting global problem of air pollution today. In keeping with this spirit, all possible help is being provided by the state government to encourage the mission to promote electric vehicles in Chhattisgarh. Subsidies are being distributed to attract buyers to purchase e-vehicles.

Transport Minister Shri Akbar further informed that petrol and diesel are being used for the operation of vehicles in Chhattisgarh. For the fulfillment of the same, there is dependence on other countries and their prices are also rising continuously. In such a situation, the electric vehicle has emerged as a good alternative and we need to adopt this. 

On the occasion, Automobile Dealers Association office-bearers heaped praise on the efforts being made by the state government saying that Chhattisgarh is the only state in the country to give subsidies even for hybrid vehicles. Transport Minister Shri Akbar also had a virtual discussion with the Chamber of Commerce President Shri Amar Parwani, F.A.D.A. President Shri Manish Singhania, RADA President Shri Vivek Garg, Shri Anil Agrawal, and other automobile dealers and beneficiaries.

  'Nyay ke chaar saal': Significant decisions taken for the tribal welfare in the state

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(LD Manikpuri, Assistant Information Officer, Public Relations)

Chhattisgarh is a rural and tribal dominated state. The state is blessed with rich folk culture and the traditional lifestyle of the tribals living in the remote Vananchal areas of Bastar-Surguja is filled with beautiful traditions and natural beauty of this place can captivate everyone's mind. Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel has completed 4 years of his term with effective governance policies, be it for farmers,tribals,labourers,students,women. These four years have lead to a new dawn of development and progress of the state in various avenues. December 17, 2018 which is going to be celebrated as 'Rajya Gaurav divas' marks a significant date in the history of Chhattisgarh. It is Noteworthy that it is the first time in twenty two years of the state's formation, that Mr. Baghel,a farmer's son hailing from OBC background has risen up to take oath as the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh. 

Immediately after taking oath as Chief Minister, the whole convoy along with his cabinet headed towards the largest administrative center of the state i.e. Mahanadi Bhavan, Mantralaya in Naya Raipur and it is from here that the process of intensive discussion for the much needed tribal interests was started. The first decision taken in the interest of the tribals came with the return of the tribal land of the farmers of Lohandiguda,Bastar which had been acquired by a big MNC to set up a steel plant. Within just two months of forming the government, on February 16, 2019, the documents for 4200 acres of land of 1707 farmers were returned to them. Choosing the path of Nyay (justice), Bhupesh government increased the tendu leaf collection rate from twenty five hundred rupees to four thousand rupees per standard bag, giving a significant gift to uplift more than 12 lakh tendu leaf collectors. During the current year 2022, about 18 lakh standard bags of tendu leaves have been collected, which is more than 94 percent of the target. On the other hand, on the initiative of Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel, the varieties of minor forest produce procured on support price have been increased from 7 to 65.

Chhattisgarh is the leading state in terms of procuring Minor Forest Produce at maximum value which has benefitted  48 thousand women self-help group members through forest produce collection. 134 products have been processed and sold under the  Chhattisgarh 'Herbal Brand', as well as marketing work of about 200 products is going on through 30 Sanjivani Kendras. At the same time, the collection rates of minor forest produce were also increased. Under Shaheed Mahendra Karma Tendupatta Sangrahak Samajik Sahayta yojna, insurance claim amount of more than 71.08 crore has been paid to 4692 Tendupatta collector families. Ten thousand youth groups have been formed in 85 tribal development blocks under the 'Indira Van Mitan Yojana', benefiting 19 lakh families. After reviewing the cancelled Forest Rights lease(Pattas)  under the Forest Rights Act, so far more than four and a half lakh 55 thousand individual forest rights letters,  46 thousand community forest rights letters and about four thousand community forest resource rights letters have been distributed.

The Bhupesh government took an important decision to withdraw the cases registered against the tribals. A committee has been formed under the chairmanship of retired Honorable Justice Shri AK Patnaik,  Supreme Court. The Bhupesh government has also taken several steps in the direction of providing employment to the tribal youth with numerous initiatives. The recruitment drive of teachers for Bastar and Surguja divisions started with the commendable initiative to give priority to local residents in district level and divisional level third and fourth class posts for these two divisions. In all the districts of Bastar division, local youth are also being given jobs under the special force 'Bastar Fighters'.

It was on the initiative of  Chief Minister that 300 schools which were closed for the last 13 years were reopened in the naxal affected  Jagargunda of Sukma district. With the re-opening of the school, the happiness of the children and the enthusiasm of the parents are being evidently seen here. Chief Minister Mr. Baghel had started the 'Chief Minister Haat-Bazar Clinic Scheme' in the year 2019 on the day of Gandhi Jayanti  to make health services accessible to remote and far flung villages falling amidst forests, mountains, rivers, forests. So far, more than one lakh camps have been organized in about 2 thousand haat-bazaars and more than 62 lakh people have been treated. Malaria positivity rate in Bastar division has come down from 4.60 percent to 0.21 under Malaria-free Chhattisgarh campaign. In the last four years, there has been a 65 percent reduction in the cases of malaria in Chhattisgarh. Chief Minister Mr. Baghel has started a universal PDS scheme to ensure that everyone gets enough food, under which about 21 lakh Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries have benefited from it. Be it Chief Minister's nutrition campaign or Madhur Gud Yojana, development of Devgudis or increase in honorarium of boatmen, executive,membrins , or declaring a public holiday on World Tribal Day. Mr. Bhupesh Baghel has taken many steps for  the welfare and upliftment of rural populace and tribals as well. It is noteworthy that the first time after the formation of Chhattisgarh state, Mr. Baghel has brought Chhattisgarh's tribal folk art, folk dance and folk culture to the fore by organizing numerous initiatives like National Tribal Dance Festival to promote the rich culture of Chhattisgarh. Chief Minister Mr. Baghel has been moving forward with the concept of 'Garhbo Nava Chhattisgarh' in the last four years. Certainly, these schemes have raised the standard of living of the tribals and the trust of the common people towards the Bhupesh government has also increased with the work done towards the inclusive and holistic development of the tribals and the state.

 38.55 lakh metric tonnes of paddy has been lifted from the societies for custom milling

 Steering Committee meeting chaired by the Chief Secretary

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Under the CAMPA scheme in Chhattisgarh, extensive work will be done to increase the overall productivity of forest areas, along with proper wildlife management and maintaining ground water conservation in forest areas. In the meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Mr. Amitabh Jain at Mantralaya here today, proposals worth Rs. 544 crore 39 lakh were approved in the Annual Action Plan of CAMPA for the year 2023-24.

  In the steering committee meeting of CAMPA, Chief Secretary Shri Jain reviewed the progress of CAMPA's works in great detail. Officials informed that under the annual action plan of CAMPA for the year 2023-24, the work related to increasing the productivity of forest areas, compensatory tree plantation, restoration of bamboo forests, wildlife management and increasing groundwater conservation in the forest area are some extensive development works that will be done on a priority basis.  In today's meeting, it was recommended to extend the tenure of the members of the CAMPA Steering Committee and Implementation Committee for one year. PCCF, Shri Sanjay Shukla was also present in the meeting today.

Officials said that along with compensatory afforestation from the ‘CAMPA mad’, various forest development works like, silviculture work, protection of forests, development of pastures for improvement of the habitat of wild animals, development and protection of fruit plantations and water sources in the forest area is being done to increase productivity of the forest area. And especially, ground water conservation work is being done to conserve water and maintain the ground water level in forest areas as well. Along with this, tree plantation and water catchment area development works are being done on the banks of the rivers to keep the nature of important rivers of the state intact.

Similarly, , forest roads are being constructed and upgraded to facilitate the movement in forest areas. Construction of buildings for the front line staff of the Forest Department and necessary facilities are being developed in the forest colonies. From the year 2019-20 to the year 2022-23 , work has been done under CAMPA in 27 thousand 308 hectare area. For the implementation of CAMPA works, a proposal of Rs 779 crore 37 lakh was sent to the Government of India under the second supplement in the year 2022-23, against which a budget of Rs 300 crore has been approved.

Under the habitat development of wild animals, in addition to the development of water sources from the Campa head, the work of pasture development has been done in a 4889-hectare area and fruit tree plantation work has been done in 582 hectares,. Apart from providing fodder to the wild animals through pasture development work in the forest areas, fodder will be made available to the nearby herds.

In this meeting organized through video conferencing, Additional Chief Secretary Panchayat and Rural Development Department Mr. Subrat Sahu, Principal Secretary Forest and Home Mr. Manoj Kumar Pingua, Secretary Tribal Development Mr. D.D. Singh, Secretary Revenue Shri N.N. Ekka, Chief Executive Officer, CAMPA Shri V. Srinivasa Rao and officers of Forest Department and other departments participated.

Bilaigarh : School children reached the Pawani helipad to bid farewell to the Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel while he was returning from the Bhent Mulaqat program in Bilaigarh. When the Chief Minister reached the helipad, the children called him while shouting "Kaka-Kaka". The Chief Minister heard that and gladly approached the children to talk to them. He asked the primary and high school children about their studies and advised them to study well while giving his best wishes.

 An audio-video representation of Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh’s glorious past to be presented on panels made of Corten steel

Balodabazar-Bhatapara tourism circuit commences

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In a bid to pay homage to Martyr Veer Narayan Singh and to develop the place of his birth and work,a grand open-air museum has been constructed by the district administration Balodabazar-Bhatapara at Sonakhan, which was inaugurated today by Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel. Apart from this, Mr. Baghel also inaugurated the Balodabazar-Bhatapara tourism circuit. This tourism circuit will be an amalgamation of Giroudpuri, the birth and workplace of Baba Guru Ghasidas, Sonakhan, the birthplace of Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh,  and Damakheda, the famous spiritual place of the Kabir sect. Moreover, Turturia, Siddhkhol Falls, Balardem, Siddheshwar Temple,Palari and Shiva Temple of Narayanpur are also included in this tourism circuit. . It is noteworthy that various facilities will be made available to the tourists visiting this tourism circuit.

This museum built in Sonakhan will be the first of its kind in the state, where the biography of Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh is being displayed through an audio-visual setup that will be presented in a special metal namely Corten steel. The biography of Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh has been engraved on long and beautiful panels made of corten steel whose magnificence can be seen during the day as well as at night. The beautiful lighting effect adds to the beauty of this audio visual esperience . All the panels are fitted with an audio setup, through which Martyr Veer Narayan Singh’s story from birth to revolution and his sacrifice can be heard. This audio is available in Hindi, English and Chhattisgarhi language and visitors can set the audio language as per their choice.

It is worth mentioning that Corten steel has been used to create artifacts in various great projects in the country. It has been used in Kashi Vishwanath Corridor, Bihar Museum and numerous prestigious projects in many countries. There will also be arrangements for adequate parking space and the canteen will be operated by the self-help groups. Along with this, the entry to the museum will be paid for by the people coming here. This innovation to preserve a significant historical event will give a boost to tourism and will lead to employment generation as well

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Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel distributed assistive devices to the specially-abled beneficiaries during his 'Bhent Mualqat' programme organized at Gram Panchayat Sarsinwa of Bilaigarh assembly constituency today. He distributed tricycles to Smt. Ganeshi Banjare, Shri Puniram Khunte, Shri Shiv Chauhan and Shri Nageshwar Nishad of Bilaigarh and Shri Samaru Chhadiya, Shri Meva Shrivas, Shri Meghnath Sahu and Shri Puniram Sidar of Bhatgaon and crutches to Shri Fekuram Patel and Shri Amritlal Patel.

Handed over caste certificates to children

Chief Minister handed over caste certificates to four children of SC category including Moksh Ratnakar, Hansika Ratnakar, Bidis Ratnakar, and Ankita Khatkar, and six children belonging to OBC category including Durga Jaiswal, Chitresh Das, Umang Das, Himanshi, Lian and Kashish.

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Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel reached village Sonakhan under Bilaigarh assembly constituency of Balodabazar district as a part of his 'Bhent-Mulaqat Abhiyan'.

Chief Minister Shri Baghel offered flowers at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh's burial place and paid floral tributes to his life-size statue.

On this occasion, he welcomed Kunjal Singh Dewan, Smt. Bal Kunwar Singh, the descendants of Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh with a shawl and 'Shriphal'.

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A photo exhibition showcasing the schemes and achievements of the State government in the last four years under the able leadership of Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel attracted people in front of the collectorate premises here on Monday. The event, which was organized by the district Administration under the guidance of Collector Dr. Jagdish Kumar Sonkar, provides information about the various schemes launched and run by the state government for the welfare of all sections of society. The councilor of Khairagarh Municipality Mr. Sumit Tandiya visited the photo expo along with people.

Citizens are gaining information about the schemes of the state government very well with the photographs and appreciated the exhibition. People who visited the exhibition said that this exhibition is a medium to spread awareness among the people. This exhibition has photos mainly based on Godhan Nyay Yojana, Suraji Gaon Yojana, Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana, Chhattisgarh Millet Mission, Forest Produce Purchase, 'Chhattisgarh Nyay ki Paribhasha', Rajiv Gandhi Grameen Bhumiheen Kisan Nyay Yojana, Swami Atmanand Government English Medium School, Rajiv Yuva Mitan Club, Electricity Bill Half Scheme, Krishnakunj Yojana, Shri Dhanwantri Generic Medical Store Scheme. On this occasion, pamphlets and brochures based on government schemes including the monthly magazine Janman, published by the Public Relations Department, were distributed free of cost.