Chhattisgarh / Raipur
Mukhyamantri Dai-Didi Clinic: Over 1.32 lakh women received free medical care.
Raipur, TNINS
Through the Mukhyamtri Dai-Didi Mobile Clinics, around 1776 camps have been organised so far in the state. Through Dai-didi clinic camps held close to their homes, 1 lakh 32 thousand 888 women and girls who reside in slums in the Raipur, Bilaspur, and Bhilai Municipal Corporation regions have received treatment.
It should be noted that the Chhattisgarh government's Urban Administration and Development Department oversees the Mukhyamantri Dai-Didi Clinic Yojana. Under the scheme, a team of women doctors and women staff arrive in the vehicle of Dai-Didi Clinic's mobile medical unit and treat needy women and girls for various diseases free of cost. Lab tests of 24 thousand 146 women were done by these mobile medical units and free medicines were given to 1 lakh 27 thousand 99 women. As a result, these hard-working, poor-slum-dwelling women who previously were unable to receive treatment due to time constraints or a variety of other factors are now able to do so close to their homes with the assistance of female doctors and medical personnel.
Kisan Sabha demanded recognition of 'Kisan' and 'Lohar' tribes, said: Assembly should pass the resolution
Raipur. The Chhattisgarh Kisan Sabha and Adivasi Ekta Mahasabha have demanded recognition of Scheduled Tribes for the people of 'Kisan' and 'Lohar' tribes living in Surguja and Balrampur districts as Nagesia and Agaria tribes. In this regard, a memorandum in the name of the President was submitted to the District Collector, Surguja today.
In a statement issued today, Chhattisgarh Kisan Sabha President Sanjay Parate and General Secretary of Adivasi Ekta Mahasabha Balsingh said that at present the majority of kisan and lohar tribes reside in these two districts, which are actually Nagesia and Agaria tribes. Their population at present is about three lakhs. There has been a continuous movement here demanding the status of Nagesia tribe to the 'kisan’ tribals. Therefore, 'kisan' should be associated with Ngesia tribe and 'lohar' with Agaria, so that these tribes can get the benefit of reservation and it can be saved from the loot of land by non-tribals.
It is noteworthy that in this session of Parliament, the Constitution (Scheduled Tribes) Order (Fifth) Amendment Bill, 2022 is being brought by the Central Government, in which it has been proposed to recognize 42 tribal communities of Chhattisgarh as Scheduled Tribes. Due to minor discrepancies including spelling errors, these communities of tribals have been deprived of the recognition of Scheduled Tribes till date. An attempt has been made to remove these loopholes in the proposed bill.
Kisan Sabha and Adivasi Ekta Mahasabha have welcomed the bill and demanded that justice should also be done which are known as 'Kisan' and 'Lohar' in Nagesia and Agariya tribes and in the amendment bill, 'Kisan' and 'Lohar' should also be added. They have said that the people of this community are deprived of the recognition of the tribe due to the land settlemen records, in which they are registered as 'kisan' and 'lohar'
They said that the kisan have Roti–Beti relations with the people of Nagesia tribe and their kinship extends to Jashpur and Raigarh districts of Chhattisgarh state as well as Jharkhand and Odisha states. In Jharkhand and Odisha, the kisan tribe has been recognized years ago by equating 'Kisan' with 'Nagesia', while in Chhattisgarh the discrepancy continues and the BJP, which ruled the state for 15 years, is clearly responsible for this.
Kisan Sabha and Adivasi Ekta Mahasabha have appealed to all the BJP MPs representing this state to take the necessary steps to include 'Kisan' and 'Lohar' tribes in the amendment bill to remove the injustice done to 'Kisan' and 'Lohar' tribals. They have also urged the Congress government in the state to pass a resolution in this regard in the assembly.
Sanjay Parate,
President, Chhattisgarh Kisan Sabha
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Gauthans procuring cow dung with their own capita signifies a huge success of Godhan Nyaya Yojana: Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel
More than half of the Gauthans of the state are now procuring cow dung from their own resources
Chief Minister made an online transfer of Rs 7.83 crore as the 57th installment of Godhan Nyaya Yojana to the accounts of the beneficiaries
So far, Rs 188.45 crore has been paid to the cattle dung sellers, villagers since the inception of the scheme
Women and Youth of the state are playing an important role in realizing the vision of 'Gadhbo Nava Chhattisgarh'
In the near future, Rural Industrial Parks will become the foundation of a strong rural economy
Raipur, TNINS

Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel said that Gauthans procuring dung with their own capital is a major sign of success for Godhan Nyay Yojana. More than half of the Gauthans in the rural areas of the state are procuring cow dung from their own resources, and do not need the funds from state government any more. Out of the Rs 4.62 crore paid to the cow dung vendors today, Rs 2.88 crore has been paid by 4270 self-supporting Gauthans and Rs 1.74 crore has been paid by the Agriculture Department. In the last fortnight, self-supporting Gauthans of the state have paid more amount against dung procurement than the Agriculture Department. So far, the self-supporting Gauthans of the state have procured dung worth Rs 29.61 crore from their own resources.
Chief Minister Mr. Baghel was addressing the virtual program organized at his residence office today for the transfer of funds to the beneficiaries of Godhan Nyaya Yojana. Chief Minister made an online payment of Rs 7 crore 83 lakh to the beneficiaries in the programme, for the cow dung procured from cattle rearers, villagers, farmers and landless people in Gauthans between November 16 and November 30. In lieu of cow dung, an amount of Rs 4 crore 62 lakh was transferred online to the accounts of dung vendors, Rs 1.28 crore was transferred to Gauthan committees and Rs 1.93 crore was transferred as dividend to the accounts of women groups. Agriculture Minister Mr. Ravindra Choubey, Advisor to Chief Minister Mr. Pradeep Sharma, Chief Secretary Mr. Amitabh Jain, Agriculture Production Commissioner Dr. Kamalpreet Singh, Managing Director of Godhan Nyay Mission Dr. Ayyaz Tamboli, Mission Director of State Rural Livelihood Mission Mr. Avnish Sharan, Mr. Gaurav Kumar Singh, Joint Secretary, Panchayat and Rural Development Department was also present.

Make a belller machine available to each of the Gauthans
On this occasion, Chief Minister said that the youth and women of the state are playing an important role in realizing the vision of 'Gadhbo Nava Chhattisgarh'. Youth and women are being included in the activities of Rural Industrial Parks, to provide them a good source of employment and income. Mr. Baghel said that the farmers should be encouraged to donate hay, as the arrangement of water and fodder in gauthans will prevent the cattle from roaming on the farms and roads. He instructed the officers to make belller machine available in gauthans for preparing para bundles. Chief Minister further said that the high on demand products should be prepared in Rural Industrial Park on a priority basis.
In this context, Chief Minister shared that during the Bhent-Mulaqat visit to Rajim assembly constituency, a woman told him that she has earned Rs 4 lakh by printing in sacks used for vermi compost. Mr. Baghel said that youth and women should be trained to prepare good products. He said that in the near future, Rural Industrial Park will become a strong foundation of our rural economy. Chief Minister said that the amount paid in lieu of cow dung is continuously increasing. People are taking care of cows, understanding the importance of cow dung and vermi compost. During the Bhent-Mulaqat visit, some Gothan committees had demanded construction of a shed so that they may conduct economic activities from their own funds.
Agriculture Minister Mr. Ravindra Choubey said that so far 11 thousand 252 Gauthans have been approved in the state, and construction of 9 thousand 619 of these Gauthans have been built. And 8440 of these Gauthans have been built in rural areas. Moreover, 4270 of these Gauthans have become self-supporting. The production and distribution of vermi compost is being done with the coordination of various departments. Soon, the production of vermi compost will be started on a large scale in Chhattisgarh. He said that RIPA's activities will be further expanded with the participation of youth.
Managing Director of Godhan Nyay Mission, Dr. Ayyaz Tamboli said that since the introduction of Godhan Nyay Yojana, Rs 188.45 crore has ben paid in lieu of dung procurement, and Gothan Committees and Women Self Help Groups have been paid an amount of Rs 170.05 crore as dividend. He informed that till now 19.82 lakh quintals of vermi compost has been produced in the gauthans and 16.24 lakh quintals of the vermi compost produced has been sold. Dr. Tamboli informed that so far 2.25 lakh quintals of hay has been received as donation in the gauthans.
#BhentMulakat : State government worked towards preserving the conventional business: Chief Minister Shri Baghel
Chief Minister attended the swearing-in ceremony of the Leather Craftsmen Development Board
Extended congratulations to the newly appointed chairman, members
Raipur, TNINS

Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel on Thursday attended the swearing-in ceremony of the Leather Craftsmen Development Board at his residence office here. The Chief Minister congratulated and extended his best wishes to the newly appointed Board Chairman Shri Tarun Bijor and members Shri Khilwan Baghel, Smt. Sarojini Ratre, and Shri Tulsi Daudiya for their new responsibilities.
“I hope that the chairman of the board and all the members will discharge their duties with utmost dedication and participate in the progress of the state”, said the Chief Minister. Agriculture Minister Shri Ravindra Choubey, State Scheduled Caste President Shri KP Khande, and Vice President Smt. Padma Manhar were also present on the occasion.

Addressing the gathering on occasion, the Chief Minister said that leather has been important since the beginning of human civilization. Earlier people used to wear shoes and slippers made of leather. Gradually, the race for development affected the leather business and the use of leather decreased. Leather was replaced by other materials for the manufacture of shoes and slippers.
Chief Minister said that after the formation of our government, we did the work of preserving conventional businesses. One such step is setting up Gauthans across the state. Besides, in a bid to give a better market to the products made under conventional business setup, an arrangement for better packaging and branding of the products was made. C-Marts have been started in cities on the lines of modern showrooms for the sale of these products. Along with this, Rural Industrial Park has been established and a budget provision of Rs 600 crore has been made for its development. This will give a boost to our traditional businesses and increase business opportunities in the rural areas. Other representatives of the community were also present on the occasion.
Implementation of Chief Minister's announcement: Helpline facility started for the elderly, PwDs and TG community
Women Child Development Minister and Urban Administration Minister inaugurated the helpline facility
Urgent assistance will be available on helpline number 155326 and toll-free number-1800-233-8989
Problems related to government schemes including medical aid, pension will be resolved
Every year about 10,000 Divyangs will get motorized tricycles, skill upgradation training will be given to connect 15,000 with employment
Raipur, 05 December 2022
TNINS

Chhattisgarh Government has started a new facility to provide necessary facilities to the elderly, differently-abled and people belonging to the third gender community in case of emergency. Through this facility started as per the announcement of the Chief Minister assistance will be given for medical aid, pension and to resolve problems related to government schemes.
Women and Child Development Minister Smt. Anila Bhediya and Urban Administration Minister Dr Shiv Kumar Dahariya on Sunday formally inaugurated this new facility being operated by the Social Welfare Department.
In a programme organized on the occasion of International Day of Disabled Persons, Women Child Development and Social Welfare Minister Smt. Anila Bhediya said that on the approval of Chief Minister Shri Baghel, rehabilitation equipment including motorized tricycles will be distributed to about 10,000 divyangs every year. Similarly, skill upgradation training will be given to 15,000 divyangs according to their interest to connect them with employment. Under this, an action plan has been chalked out to provide skill upgradation training to 5,000 visually impaired, hearing, speech and orthopedically impaired people.
It is worth mentioning that Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel announced to start the facility of helpline number 155326 and toll-free number- 1800-233-8989 for the elderly, differently-abled and third-gender community on State Foundation Day. This facility was being operated on an experimental basis by the Social Welfare Department. Now, it has been duly launched on the occasion of the International Day of Disabled Persons. Mahtari Express-102, Medical Helpline 104 and number 112 issued for emergency services have also been linked with this new facility.
Meanwhile, till now there was no effective system in the state to help such elderly people who are staying alone and whose children have moved outside the state to work. Keeping this in view, on October 01, on the occasion of International Day of Older Persons, Chief Minister Shri Baghel announced to start 'Sian helpline' for the elderly in Chhattisgarh from November 1 i.e. State Foundation Day. Chief Minister Shri Baghel has said that it is our moral responsibility to take proper care of the elderly who give an important contribution to nation-building. The state government is committed to provide all possible help to the elderly.
Social Welfare Department officials said that the trial of the new helpline facility was going on since November 01. Everyday senior citizen and divyangs are getting information related to pension and departmental schemes. Besides, TG community people are seeking information about the employment and benefits being given to them by the state government. Several schemes and programmes are being run by the Social Welfare Department for the welfare and rehabilitation of senior citizens, Divyangs and people of the TG community. Through the helpline and toll-free number, along with getting information about departmental schemes, people concerned can avail many emergency services including counselling, complaint, and redressal of pension payments.
Chhattisgarh tops in the country in terms of providing employment
Chhattisgarh logged an unemployment rate of 0.1 per cent in November
India's unemployment rate in November stood at 8.2 per cent
Several initiatives have been undertaken in the last 4 years to generate new employment opportunities
Raipur TNINS
Chhattisgarh continues to be the state with the lowest unemployment rate in the country with an unemployment rate of 0.1 per cent recorded in November. In the last 4 years, the Chhattisgarh government has undertaken several meaningful initiatives and formulated new policies to generate new employment opportunities and balance the urban-rural economy. Works being done under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel have resulted in making Chhattisgarh a leading state in terms of lowest unemployment rate.
Significantly, according to the data released by CMIE in May-August in the year 2018, the unemployment rate in Chhattisgarh stood at 3.22 per cent. A significant decline has been recorded with the effective implementation of the welfare schemes of the state government. Nearly 99.90 per cent people of Chhattisgarh state are earning livelihood by indulging in some or the other employment generating activities. The unemployment rate in the state of Chhattisgarh in November is at its lowest level so far at 0.1 per cent. Chhattisgarh tops other states of the country in terms of lowest unemployment rate.
According to the latest data released by the Center for Monitoring Indian Economy (CMIE) on December 1, the unemployment rate in Chhattisgarh has been recorded at 0.1 per cent in the month of November, while the unemployment rate in the country in the month of November stood at 8.2 per cent. The unemployment rate in the country's urban areas was 9.0 per cent and in rural areas was 7.8 per cent in the month of November.
Meanwhile, after Chhattisgar, Uttarakhand has recorded the second lowest unemployment rate of 1.2 per cent in the same period followed by Odisha with an unemployment rate of 1.6 per cent. Similarly, the unemployment rate of Madhya Pradesh stood at 6.2 per cent and that of Gujarat at 2.5 per cent. Haryana has recorded the highest unemployment rate of 30.6 per cent while the unemployment rate of Jammu and Kashmir stood at 23.9 per cent.
Why Chhattisgarh has lowest unemployment rate in India
Soon after coming to power 4 years ago, the Chhattisgarh government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel, adopted its new model of development with a goal of holistic development of the state. Innovations were made in the direction of strengthening the rural economy following Mahatma Gandhi's concept of 'Gram Swaraj'. In this, the Narva-Garuva-Ghurva-Badi programme started under the Suraji Gaon Yojana played an important role, on the other hand, under the Godhan Nyaya Yojana, Gauthans were developed as Rural Industrial Parks, which has helped to boost employment at local level. The number of minor forest produce procured at support price has been increased from 7 to 65. Besides, arrangements for its processing and value addition have also been done to provide employment to people in forest areas.
Similarly, C-marts have been started for sale of products manufactured by women self-help groups. Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana has brought economic prosperity to the farmers and drew their inclination towards agriculture. Cultivated area and production increased in the state. Under the Rajiv Gandhi Gramin Bhoomiheen Krishi Mazdoor Yojana, the people associated with the Pauni-Pasari system got financial assistance. A new industrial policy was implemented in the state, in which provisions for subsidy were made in many categories and in different sectors. Due to this, entrepreneurship development got a boost in the state.
International day of persons with disabilities 2022: Empowerment of Divyangjans is being encouraged in Chhattisgarh
The state government stands with every divyangjan in their happiness and sorrow: Mrs. Bhendia
Urban Administration Minister Dr. Dahria and Social Welfare Minister Smt. Bhendia gave state level awards to Divyangjan in 8 categories
Durg district, 3 disabled employees and 4 voluntary organizations recieved state level honors for their excellent work.
Raipur, TNINS

On the occasion of International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3,an event was organized by the Social Welfare Department under the chairmanship of Urban Administration and Development Minister Dr. Shivkumar Dahria, Chief Hospitality and Social Welfare Minister Mrs. Anila Bhendia at Jora Ground in the capital Raipur.
In this cermenony,Divyangjans were given state level awards in 8 different categories for excellent work and 20 Divyangjans were provided state-of-the-art artificial bionic hands, and artificial legs free of cost. Durg district was awarded the State Level Award 2022 in the best district category for its excellent work for the welfare of the divyangjans. Durg Collector Shri Pushpendra Meena received a shield, certificate and citation in the ceremony. The guests also inaugurated the helpline center for the elderly, disabled and transgender community. After which,the interim data collection booklet of the door-to-door survey of Divyangjans was released. On this occasion, Parliamentary Secretary Mrs. Ambika Singhdeo, Chairman of Chhattisgarh Yoga Commission Mr. Gyanesh Sharma, Raipur Mayor Mr. Aijaz Dhebar, District Panchayat President Mrs. Domeshwari Verma, Secretary of Social Welfare Department Mr. Bhuvnesh Yadav, Director Mr. Ramesh Kumar Verma and departmental officers along with employees Divyangjan and their relatives were present.

Urban Administration Minister Dr. Dahria said that we need to look into different and new ways to deal with the challenges of disability. Empowerment of Divyang is being encouraged by the state government. He further said that by economically strengthening the divyangjans,great progressive work of development can be done for them.
Social Welfare Minister Smt. Bhendia said that the state government stands with every disabled person in their happiness and sorrow. Under the guidance of Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel, many works are being done for the disabled,in Chhattisgarh, 7 percent reservation has been given in jobs for the disabled. Along with this, a large number of Divyangs have also been placed in jobs in the state, which has also been appreciated by the Centre.
On this occasion, the guests also observed the paintings, artistic items and decorative items prepared by the differently-abled children. They also presented a colorful program. Dr. Pasha Guruji's team from Bangalore presented a classical dance performance on a wheelchair. The special thing about this dance is that its dancers were deaf, but they gave an mesmerizing presentation on the tune of the music.
Every year on the occasion of International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the organization and district and the best Divyang employees doing excellent work in the field of Divyangjan are honored with state level awards. This year, Mr. Kamlesh Kumar Sahu of Janjgir-Champa district, Mr. Rajkumar Verma of Bilaspur district in hearing impaired category, Mr. Ramkumar Sonkar of Bemetara district in orthopedically impaired category were awarded to the best disabled employee. For the best voluntary organization, Fortune Foundation Pretendih of Mahasamund district was awarded in the visually impaired category, Pragya Karna Deaf School and Hostel in Raipur district was awarded for the hearing impaired category, Greenbook Education and Environment Welfare Society of Kanker district in the orthopedically impaired category /Ankur Sanstha of Korba district was awarded the State Level Award for Divyangjan in the category of Handicapped Home for people with cerebral palsy.
Chief Minister pays tribute to Major Dhyan Chand on his death anniversary
Raipur, / TNINS
Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel paid a humble tribute to the "Hockey Wizard" Padma Bhushan Awardee Major Dhyanchand on his death anniversary which falls on December 03. Remembering the achievements of Major Dhyan Chand and his invaluable contribution to the field of sports, Mr. Baghel said that India won three gold medals in the Olympic Games during the era of Major Dhyan Chand. Major Dhyan Chand's dedication towards sports and patriotism is an inspiration to all of us. He has been awarded the country's most prestigious award Padma Bhushan by the Government of India. His birthday is celebrated as National Sports Day in India. Chief Minister said that Major Dhyanchand has become the identity of hockey in India with his talent and dedication, love and discipline towards hockey.
Better financial management and discipline has strengthened the economic status of Chhattisgarh: Mr. Bhupesh Baghel
The government did not take any loan from the market in the current financial year
Second supplementary budget of Rs 4 thousand 337 crore 75 lakh 93 thousand 832 for the financial year 2022-23 passed by voice vote in Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly
Revenue surplus of Rs 898 crore till October due to better financial management
Income and purchasing power of all income groups of the state has significantly improved
Provision of Rs 950 crore for Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana
Provision of Rs 129 crore for Rajiv Gandhi Rural Landless Agricultural Laborer Justice Scheme, Rs 31 crore for Half Electricity Bill Scheme
Raipur, TNINS
In today's session of Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly, the second supplementary budget of Rs 4 thousand 337 crore 75 lakh 93 thousand 832 for the financial year 2022-23 was passed by voice vote. The main budget for the year 2022-23 is one lakh 4 thousand crore rupees. Including the first and second supplementary, now the size of the state budget has increased to Rs one lakh 11 thousand 242 crore. Under the second supplementary budget, out of the total expenditure of Rs 4 thousand 338 crore, revenue expenditure has been kept at Rs 3 thousand 749 crore and capital expenditure at Rs 589 crore.
Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel said that the state's economic status has significantly strengthened as a result of the better financial management and strict financial discipline. Till the month of October this year, the state had a revenue surplus of Rs 898 crore. The revenue receipts of the state are more than 18 percent as compared to the Centre. The income and purchasing power of the farmers, laborers and women of the state have significantly improved as a result of the financial aids and public welfare schemes of the state government. He said that in the first eight months of the current financial year (from April to November), we have not taken any loan from the market, whereas till November, capital expenditure of more than Rs 6 thousand crores was done from the resources of the state.
Chief Minister said that in the budget of the year 2022-23, the revenue receipts of the state are estimated at Rs 44 thousand 500 crores, against which Rs 25 thousand 228 crores have been received till the month of October and there is a possibility of the revenue increasing further. He said that Rs 44 thousand 573 crore revenue receipts are estimated from the center, against which only Rs 21 thousand 332 crore has been received till the month of October. This shows that the revenue receipts of the state are more than 18 percent in comparison to the center. Chief Minister said that with the better financial management and strict financial discipline, we were successful in maintaining a revenue surplus of Rs 4 thousand 642 crores in the last year 2021-22. Till the month of October this year, there was a revenue surplus of Rs 898 crore.
While presenting the budget, Chief Minister said that a provision of Rs 950 crore has been made for Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana, Rs 129 crore for Rajiv Gandhi Gramin Bhoomihin Krishi Mazdoor Nyay Yojana in the second supplementary year 2022-23. Necessary provision has been made for the construction of 47 urban and rural roads and bridges with Rs 200 crore for the repair and renovation of state highways, main district roads, rural roads built under the Public Works Department.
Similarly, Rs 105 crore have been provisioned for the installation of solar agricultural pumps under Saur Sujala Yojana under Energy Department, Rs 112 crore for free electricity supply to agricultural pumps up to 05 HP, relief in electricity bills to domestic consumers under Electricity Bill Half Scheme up to 400 units. In this supplementary budget, an additional provision of Rs 31 crore has been made, and an additional provision of Rs 57 crore has been made to provide relief in electricity duty to the consumers of the steel industry.
Provision of Rs 250 crore under Dr. Khubchand Baghel Health Assistance Scheme
Chief Minister said that in the second supplementary budget, a provision of Rs 250 crore has been made under Dr. Khubchand Baghel Health Assistance Scheme, Rs 200 crore under National Health Mission, and Rs 25 crore for Mitanin Welfare Fund. Similarly, many important provisions have been made for expansion and strengthening of health facilities in urban and rural areas. 66 posts will be created while upgrading Raipur Mana's 30-bed hospital to 100-bed hospital. In the second supplementary budget, a provision of Rs 50 crore has been made for chickpea supply under Antyodaya Anna Yojana, Rs 34 crore for rice fortification scheme, Rs 70 crore for construction of godowns in 700 primary agricultural credit co-operative societies with the help of NABARD. Necessary provision has been made for 3 thousand 736 new posts for the District Strike Force formed for the eradication of Naxalism in Bastar region. Chief Minister said that in addition to the construction of joint district office buildings in 5 new districts-Sakti, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chowki and Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai districts, new Deputy Director Agriculture offices will also be built there. The new supplementary budget also includes the provision for 165 new posts for the establishment section of Horticulture department and 145 new posts for the new Deputy Director Horticulture Office. He said that 5 new horticulture colleges would be established at Kotwa, Sitapur, Chirmiri, Ramanujganj and Chapka and new agriculture colleges at three places including Pratappur and Shankargarh.
Chief Minister informed that Rs.300 crore has been earmarked for CAMPA, Rs.16 crore for Tendupatta Collector Social Security Scheme, Rs.100 crore for Nava Raipur Atal Nagar Smart City Corporation Limited, Rs.100 crore for maintenance of roads under Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana. A provision of Rs 6.49 crore has been made for the reimbursement of state share under Prime Minister Rural Housing Scheme.
Giving information about the provisions made in the second supplement for urban development and drinking water, Chief Minister said that Rs 700 crores have been provisioned under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban), Rs 70 crores under Chief Minister's Urban Slum Health Scheme, Rs 20 crores for Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, Rs 28 crores under the Smart City Mission scheme, Rs 20 crores provisioned for the water augmentation scheme of urban bodies, Rs 60 crores for the grant of stamp and registration fee to the urban bodies and an additional amount of 300 crores in the state share under the Jal Jeevan Mission scheme.
Decision to waive examination fee
Chief Minister said that the state government has decided to waive off the examination fees for the candidates appearing for state's competitive examinations conducted by the Public Service Commission and Professional Examination Board. For this, a provision of Rs 2.50 crore has been made for the commission and Rs 10 crore for reimbursement of expenditure to the Professional Examination Board.
Necessary provisions have also been made in the second supplementary budget for 15 new government arts, commerce and science colleges to be established in the state, out of which 7 colleges will be established in Lohandiguda, Nandghat, Dadhi, Devarbija, Sakti, Bazar Ataria, Jalbandha, and 8 colleges will be opened in Ghotia, Raghunath Nagar, Ranhat, Dhanora, Kutru, Chhotedongar, Dhaurpur and Podi Bachra tribal areas.
Similarly, provisions have also been made for 05 new government polytechnic colleges to be opened in the state. Out of these, 03 will be opened in tribal areas Chirmiri, Bagicha and Marwahi and 02 in Thankamaria and Pathariya. Similarly, provision has been made for 06 new ITIs in Samri, Dhanora, Biharpur, Shivnandanpur (Bishrampur) and Chhotedongar tribal areas and 01 in Torla, development block-Abhanpur, district Raipur. Provision has been made for a girls hostel of 100-seat capacity in Chhattisgarh Swami Vivekanand Technical University, Bhilai campus.
In the second supplement, a provision of Rs 1 crore 85 lakh has been made for the construction of a life-size statue of Shaheed Gaind Singh, Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Memorial and Museum building at Daundi in Balod district. Similarly, necessary provision has been made in the budget for the beautification of Gurughasi Das Jayanti Sthal in Lalpur of district headquarter Mungeli.
Rs 12.60 crore has been provisioned for the operation and construction of the building of One Stop Center Sakhi under Women Child Development Department, Rs 3.30 crore under Beti Bachao-Beti Padhao Yojana, Rs 20 crore for Sabala Yojana, Rs 8.40 crore for Pradhan Mantri Matri Vandana Yojana Rs. 3 lakh for Veerangana Rani Avanti Bai Lodhi Memorial Award, Rs. 60 lakh for operation of Women Helpline 181 and provision for construction of Nari Niketan building in Surguja.
Chief Minister said that a provision of Rs 3 crore has been made for organizing the State Youth Festival in the second supplementary year 2022-23, Rs 2 crore for the Chhattisgarh Olympics, Rs 5.50 crore for the cultural function. Similarly, a provision of Rs 10 crore has been made for infrastructure development and upgradation of industries, Rs 15 crore for establishment of new industrial centres, Rs one crore for establishment of common facility center in Chui Khan.
A complementary provision of Rs. 5 crores for providing subsidy on the sale of electric vehicles
In the second supplement, extra provision has been made for a complementary Rs. 5 crore subsidy on the sale of electric vehicles under the Electric Vehicles Policy 2022, Rs. 6 crores 34 lakh for the construction of way bridge for the resolution of overloading problems in automobiles, and Rs. 8 crores for required safety equipment for Bilaspur, Jagdalpur, and Ambikapur airports constructed under the state’s regional connectivity scheme.
Similarly, required provisions have been made in the second supplement for the establishment of 7 new offices of the Sub Divisional Officer in Bakawand, Chhindgarh, Awapalli, Dhaurpur, Shivrinarayan, Ramanujnagar, and Daundi and 11 new Tehsil offices in places including Karpawand, Bhatgaon, Jagargunda, Dornapal, Dhumka, Chandrapur, Kapu, and Pachpedi.
In the second supplement, provision of Rs. 17 crores 37 lakh under the Centrally Sponsored Victim Compensation Scheme, and provision of Rs. 60 lakh and the creation of 672 posts in the supplement for the establishment of 7 new Police Stations in Kolhenjhariya, Upkarkacchar, Kerju, Sakarra, Sivni, Kodgar, and Khodri, new Mahila Thana in Dantewada, 2 new police stations in Nanpur (Bastar) and Sarona (Kanker), and establishment of the Office of the Superintendent of Police and Police Line (protected center) in the new district Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai have been made.
In the second supplement, special provisions in the supplement have been made for Rs. 4 crores 50 lakh for the foundation grants fund under the Hidayatullah National Law University, Rs. 1 crore 70 lakh for the computerization of the District and Subordinate Courts, Rs. 1 crore 15 lakh for the construction work of the residential buildings of judicial officers and the High Court Residential Complex, and the establishment of district treasuries in 5 newly-formed districts. The Chief Minister said that journalism is known as the fourth pillar of democracy. Our Government has taken the thoughtful decision of providing financial aid to the families of the journalists who passed away during the Covid disaster. For this an extra provision of Rs. 40 lakh has been made in the supplement.
On the instructions of the Chief Minister, construction of roads and bridges is being done to improve public transport
Administrative approval of Rs 5680 crore received for 520 works of roads and bridges
The work of construction of roads and bridges is going on across the state on a war footing
Raipur, TNINS
On the instructions of Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel, the construction of roads and bridges is being done to improve the public transport in Chhattisgarh. Under this, the state government has issued administrative approval of Rs 5680 crore for a total of 520 works for strengthening the means of transport in all the districts of Chhattisgarh under Chhattisgarh Road and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited.
Under this, administrative approval of Rs 4891 crore has been given for 429 important roads of 3110 km. length and Rs 788 crore for the construction works of 91 high-level bridges. Under this, tenders for works worth Rs 5460 crore have been approved for a total of 492 works so far.
According to the information received from Chhattisgarh Road and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited, an expenditure of Rs 1109 crore has been made so far on the construction works. Presently all the works are in progress and will be completed, ensuring its high quality, within the stipulated time frame.
As per the instructions of Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel, the work of filling potholes and repair of roads is going on in the state on a war footing. An amount of Rs 160 crore has been approved for the repair and restoration of 352 roads (1258 km length) under the project circles Bilaspur, Mungeli, Korba and Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi districts of Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana.
Under Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana, approval of Rs 78 crore 97 lakh 8028 has been granted for renovation work of a total of 67 roads (252.975 km length) in Kabirdham district for the year 2022-23. Asphalt laying work has been started from Kabirdham to the famous Bhoramdev temple approach road (16 km) at a cost of about Rs 9 crore 60 lakh 24 thousand which will be completed by the month of December.
Similarly, the work of road construction, repair and asphalt laying is going on in the entire state on a war footing. As per the instructions of Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel, the collectors of all the districts are personally inspecting these works and checking the quality of roads and bridges on the spot so that the people of the state can get better transportation facilities.
Narva Development: Khari Nala in forest region is proving to be sweet and beneficial for the farmers
Ardan dam built in Bhauta has enabled Irrigation facility for 100 acres of land
Construction of 435 ground water augmentation structures in progress in Khari Nala
Raipur, TNINS

Under Narva development programme of State Government's Suraji Gaon Yojana, Ardan Dam has been constructed in Khari Nala of Manendragarh Forest Division at a cost of about Rs 01 crore. Construction of this dam has not only improved the water level in the forest areas, but has also created irrigation facility for 100 acres of land.
It is worth noting that an Ardan Dam of 210 meters width and 10 meters height has been constructed on Khari Nala of Gram Panchayat Bhauta under Forest Division Manendragarh, the total cost of which is Rs 01 crore. Its catchment area is 55.00 hectares and the construction of this dam has started benefitting nearly 40 families of the nearest villages. This dam has created irrigation facility for 100 acres of land, including those of 5 marginal and 35 small farmers, and is also improving the water level in the surrounding areas of the villages and forest areas. Construction of this water augmentation structure has also significantly increased the regeneration and density of forests, enabled drinking water supply, and created livelihood opportunities through fish farming. Gauthan built adjacent to Ardan Dam is proving beneficial for livestock.
It may be noted that under the guidance of Forest Minister Mr. Mohammad Akbar, the construction of structures for ground water augmentation in forest region is being done at a faster pace under the CAMPA item. In this context, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and Chief of Forest Force Mr. Sanjay Shukla said that construction of 435 ground water augmentation structures is currently in progress in the 15 km long Khari Nala located in Manendragarh Forest Division under Campa. Out of these, construction of 385 ground water augmentation structures has been completed at the cost of Rs 4 crore 10 lakh, which has been sanctioned under CAMPA's Annual Action Plan 2021-22.
With the increase in paddy purchases in the state, there has been a rapid increase in custom milling services as well
Paddy lifting and milling permission between inter-districts with high production and limited milling capacities
So far, 19.39 lakh tonnes of paddy have been procured, with 10 lakh tonnes being lifted
Raipur, TNINS
In Chhattisgarh, paddy is lifted continually for custom milling in addition to being procured at a support price. The Food Department has added rice millers from other districts to those districts where milling capacity is limited due to a lack of rice mills and production is high, so that custom milling work can be completed more quickly. DO has been given for around 16.08 lakh metric tonnes of paddy out of a total of 19.39 lakh metric tonnes acquired in the state so far. The committees have lifted around 10 lakh metric tonnes of paddy from these regions.
As per officials of the Food Department the rules for mill registration for swift lifting and disposal of paddy purchased in the state were also circulated by the state government on September 27, 2022, even before the start of paddy procurement, Along with the beginning of the paddy procurement process, work on registration, permission, and contracts with mills for milling also commenced. Approximately 1949 mills have been registered yet in the current season. The milling permit for about 153.10 lakh metric tonnes of paddy and a contract for 149.18 lakh metric tonnes of paddy have both been issued in addition to the 19.39 lakh metric tonnes of paddy that have already been purchased.
According to officials, more milling permits and contracts have been given out in the state that is expected to have been purchased in paddy during the entire Kharif year. Additionally, work has begun on issuing DO for the lifting of paddy that has been purchased within the state. A DO has been granted for approximately 16.08 lakh metric tonnes of the 19.39 lakh metric tonnes of paddy that have been purchased so far in the state, or nearly 83 percent of the paddy that has been purchased. More than 10 lakh metric tonnes of paddy, or around 63 percent of the issued DO, had been removed from the committees in contrast to the issued DO. A DO for 8.30 lakh metric tonnes of paddy, or about 1.18 lakh metric tonnes per day, was issued in the state over the past week. Similar to this, 6.06 lakh metric tonnes of paddy have been directly lifted from the societies by the millers at an average rate of approximately 87 thousand metric tonnes per day.
It is worth noting that this year, since the state's inception, the maximum number of farmers 25.91 lakh, have registered on to an area of 31.81 lakh hectares for paddy procurement from registered farmers at the minimum support price. A total of 5.42 lakh farmers in the state have provided a total of 19.39 lakh metric tonnes of paddy.
In areas with insufficient milling capacity, millers are hired to raise paddy
The districts of Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagadchowki, and Rajnandgaon have attached rice millers from Janjgir, Sakti, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh, Durg, Dhamtari, and Raipur for swift lifting and custom milling of paddy. Similar to this, rice millers from Bilaspur, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi, Korba, Durg, and Raipur have been relocated to the Kawardha district for quick lifting and custom milling of paddy.
Chief Minister for the Rajiv Gandhi grameen Bhumiheen majdoor nyay yojna
Raipur TNINS
The benefits of the state government's public welfare schemes are also being availed by the families of the Special backward tribe of Pahadi Korva of Jashpur zone. In the video conferencing taken by Collector Jashpur, the beneficiaries of the Rajiv Gandhi grameen Bhumiheen majdoor nyay yojna Mr. Masri and Mr. Rupan Ram informed that they have received two thousand rupees each in two instalments. Till now Rs 4 thousand each have been received in the account of both the beneficiaries. This amount is being used to meet the needs of his family.
Mr. Masri and Mr. Rupan Ram, who belong to the Pahadi Korva special backward tribe, are residents of villages Kurumdhoda and Gasebadh respectively in the Bagicha development block. They have received an amount of two thousand rupees in two installments under the Rajiv Gandhi grameen bhumiheen yojna. The beneficiary said that this scheme has assisted them to a great extent in getting financially empowered. They also expressed gratitude to the Chief Minister for this scheme. In the video conference, Mr. Masri and Mr. Rupan Ram further informed that they are getting ration regularly every month through the fair price shop. Their bank account has also been opened for the transfer of input subsidy and through this account they have received funds under the Rajiv Gandhi Gramin Bhumihin Mazdoor Nyaya Yojana. Shri Masri told that his father Shri Lubari is also getting the benefit of old age pension. Similarly, Mr. Rupan Ram told that he is getting employment oppurtunity under MNREGA in the village itself.
It is notable that the number of eligible beneficiaries under Rajiv Gandhi grameen bhumiheen majdoor yojna is 04 lakh 66 thousand and each of these beneficiaries is given an annual assistance of Rs 07 thousand. In the financial year 2022-23, Rs 221.88 crore has been given to the beneficiaries of the scheme in 02 installments.
It is worth mentioning that the eligble beneficiaries should be the native of the state and also the concerned family should not have any agricultural land. Under this scheme, families associated with the Pauni-pasari system such as shepherds, carpenters, blacksmiths, cobblers, barbers, washermen, priests, forest produce collectors and worshipers of temples in the tribal areas of the state, Manjhi, Chalki, Gaita, Sirha, Baiga Gunia, Pujari, Haat Paharia, Baja Moharinya etc. have also been included as the beneficiaries.
Chief Minister extended greetings of Chhattisgarhi Rajbhasha Diwas to people of the state
Chief Minister extended greetings of Chhattisgarhi Rajbhasha Diwas to people of the state
Chhattisgarhi Official Language Day celebrated at Chief Minister's residence offic
Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel honored 13 litterateurs, released the works of 10 litterateurs
Raipur, TNINS

Chhattisgarhi Official Language Day i.e. 'Chhattisgarhi Rajbhasha Diwas' celebration was organized today by the Department of Culture and Archeology at Chief Minister's residence office. On the occasion, Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel honored 13 litterateurs of Chhattisgarh for their service towards Chhattisgarhi language. Chief Minister also released the literary works of 10 litterateurs of Chhattisgarhi language in the programme.
On this occasion, while addressing everyone, Chief Minister congratulated the people of the state on Official Language Day (Rajbhasha Diwas). Chief Minister said that Chhattisgarhi is our mother tongue and our pride, the work of grooming and furthering this language is being done continuously by the present government of Chhattisgarh. Chief Minister Mr. Baghel said that his government has made 'Arpa Pairi Ke Dhar' the state song and started teaching Chhattisgarhi language in government schools. Chief Minister said that it is the responsibility of every Chhattisgarhi to work for the progress of Chhattisgarhi. On this occasion, Chief Minister said that the Chhattisgarh government is working for the recognition of Chhattisgarhi at national and international level by promoting local Teej festivals and sports.
On the occasion of Chhattisgarhi Official Language Day, Chief Minister Mr. Jageshwar Prasad District- Raipur, Mr. Rameshwar Sharma District Raipur, Dr. J. R. Soni District- Durg, Mr. PC Lal Yadav District Sakti, Mr. Durga Prasad Parkar District Raipur, Mr. Ramnath Sahu District- Raipur, Mrs. Sorin Chandrasen District- Mahasamund, Mr. Parmanand Verma District Khairagarh, Mr. Budhram Yadav District Bilaspur, Mr. Ranjit Sarathi District Sarguja, Dr. Shail Chandra, District Dhamtari, Mr. Duman Lal Dhuv, District Dhamtari and Mr. Rudra Narayan Panigrahi, District-Jagdalpur were honored for their special contribution towards Chhattisgarhi language.
Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel also released the books published by Chhattisgarhi Rajbhasha Commission on the occasion of Official Language Day. Chief Minister released Mr. Mahettaru Madhukar's composition Gurtur Bhakha, Dr. Suresh Kumar Sharma's Valmiki Ramayana, Shri Sukhdev Singh Ahileshwar's Bangasya Chhand Anjor, Shri Tejpal Soni's Shrimad Bhagwat Geeta, Shri Suman Lal Dhruv's Village Sirjabo, Shri Rajendra Prasad Sinha's Amraiya O Manbhaban, Shri Kamlesh Prasad Sharma Babu Ki Kutis Bandara Jajharg-Jajharg, Dr. Shilpi Shukla's Chhattisgarh Mahila Lekhan and Urmila Shukla's compositions and works of Mr. P.C. Lal Yadav.
Mr. Anbalagan P, Secretary, Culture Department and Mr. Vivek Acharya, Director, Culture Department were also present in the programme.
One more tiger found in the Indravati Tiger Reserve: Total number of tigers increased to six
Two cubs of leopard were recently found in Indravati Tiger Reserve
Raipur, TNINS
The number of tigers in Indravati Tiger Reserve Bijapur has now increased from 5 to 6 as a footage of a tiger was caught in the trap camera installed here in the Indravati Tiger Reserve. The WII Tiger Cell Dehradun has also confirmed that this is a new tiger . It is noteworthy that under the able guidance of Forest Minister Shri Mohammad Akbar , the work of wildlife conservation is being done expeditously in collaboration with the people to create awareness about wildlife conservation.
Indravati Tiger Reserve is a suitable place for tigers and other wildlife besides tigers. The reserve mainly consists of forest buffalo as well as gaur, leopard, bear, nilgai, deer, sambar, wild boar etc. Are also found in the reserve. Indravati Tiger Reserve of Chhattisgarh is spread over a vast area of 2799.086 Sq.Km which is adjacent to the forest area of Maharashtra and Telangana. It acts as a suitable corridor for the movement of tigers.
Indravati Tiger Reserve Management is continuously engaged in the work of monitoring and protection of wildlife. Along with this, every possible step is bing taken to protect wildlife by monitoring and regular foot patrolling by field staff. It is also worth mentioning that two leopard cubs were recently found in Cherpalli village under Madaded buffer village under Indravati Tiger Reserve, Bijapur. Both the leopard cubs are currently kept in the Jungle Safari (Zoo) Raipur.
Data of Vazan Tyohar 2022 released: Malnutrition rate decreased by 2.1 percent in one year
Malnutrition rate of children has decreased from 19.86 to 17.76 percent
The Campaign for Eradication of Malnutrition, commenced on the initiative of Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel, is yielding significant stuff
Raipur, TNINS
On the initiative of Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel, a campaign for eradication of malnutrition is being conducted in the state. This campaign is yielding consistent positive results. The figures of Vazan Tyohar 2022 have been released by the Women and Child Development Department, which shows a decline of 2.1 percent in the rate of malnutrition in the state in the duration of last one year. As per the statistics of Vazan Tyohar 2019, malnutrition among children in Chhattisgarh was 23.37 percent, which decreased to 19.86 percent in the year 2021, and further declined to 17.76 percent in 2022. Thus, there has been a decrease of 5.61 percent in the rate of malnutrition in the last three years.
It is noteworthy that Mukhya Mantri Suposhan Abhiyan has been started in the state from October 02, 2019, with the aim to get rid of malnutrition. Under this campaign, about 02 lakh 11 thousand children of the state have come out of the cycle of malnutrition. If we look at the figures of the report released in 2020-21 of the National Family Health Survey-5, then the rate of malnutrition in Chhattisgarh has decreased by 6.4 percent to 31.3 percent, based on the weight of the children up to 5 years. Malnutrition rate in Chhattisgarh is comparatively less than the national rate of malnutrition i.e. 32.1 percent.
The Chief Minister paid his obeisance to Mahatma Jyotiba Phule on the latter’s death anniversary
TNINS
The Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel today in his residential office paid his obeisance and dedicated flowers to the picture of the great social reformer, thinker, writer, and philosopher Mahatma Jyotiba Phule on the occasion of his death anniversary. The Chief Minister said that Mahatma Phule wanted to liberate society from superstitions and malpractice. He was a strong opponent of the caste system prevalent in Indian society and the discrimination based on it. He worked actively for the empowerment of women and Dalits. Mahatma Phule established the Satyashodhak Samaj to end the discrimination against Dalits and to help them gain their rightful place in society.
Chief Minister Mr. Baghel said that Mahatma Phule emphasized the need for education to free society from social malpractices. He also encouraged women’s education and educated his wife Mrs. Savitribai Phule, who became the first female teacher in India. He said that the values and sense of service of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule will always inspire us to serve the destitute and establish equilibrium in society.
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