Chhattisgarh / Raipur
Khelbo Jeetbo Garhbo Nava Chhattisgarh
Expansion of sports facilities: Formation of sports academies, creation of better infrastructure, players are getting better sports facilities
Chhattisgarh gathers international recognition after successfully organizing numerous sports events
Chhattisgarhia Olympics provides platform to traditional sports
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After accomplishments in numerous avenues of development,Chhattisgarh is now all set to dominate the sports world as well. Along with organizing numerous national and international level sports events, a new identity of the traditional sports has also been created through the Chhattisgarhia Olympics in the state. Under the initiative of Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel and the direction of Sports and Youth Welfare Minister Umesh Patel, the construction of new sports academies, construction and up-gradation of new sports grounds has been done due to which better facilities are being provided for athletes to grow and to create a better environment for sports.. Recently, international level tournaments of chess and badminton were organized in the capital Raipur ,and the event witnessed the participation of national and international athletes. Players also got a chance to improve their ranking with the event. The athletes were all praises for the arrangements and showed interest about joining the event whenever it is held again. Moreover Chhattisgarh has a diverse variety of traditional sports which people have been playing for years, and to promote and preserve such games,Chhattisgarhia Olympics is being organized in the state. People of all age groups are actively participating in this magnanimous event. Whether children, the elderly, women, everyone gets excited about participating in traditional games present in their folk culture.
Creating better Sports infrastructure

Chhattisgarh Sports Development Authority has been constituted for the efficient operation of sports academies, and proper utilization of sports infrastructure and overall development of athletes and sports infrastructure in the state. Sports academies are being created with the aim of preparing the players for future by giving them modern training through technically sound methods accompanied with modern sports equipment . These academies have state of the art infrastructure, standard sports equipment and better training facilities. Late BR Yadav residential academy for hockey, archery and athletics has been established at Yadav State Sports Training Center, Bahatrai, Bilaspur, which has been recognized by the Sports Authority of India as Khelo India State Center of Excellence. In this academy, a residential hockey academy Is also being run, in which 36 boys and 24 girls, and a total of 60 players are being trained here. Selection trials have been organized for the admission in Archery and Athletic Sports Academy and Residential Girls Kabaddi Academy. Moreover, a Residential Archery Academy has been established in Raipur in collaboration with NMDC Limited. Similarly, there are four non-residential academies operating in the state which are ; non-residential academy archery training sub-centre in Shivtarai Bilaspur, non-residential hockey and archery academy at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Hockey Stadium, Raipur, non-residential girls football academy at Swami Vivekananda Stadium Kota, Raipur and non-residential boys' football academy in Raipur's own Swami Vivekananda Stadium Kota. International level tennis stadium and academy is being constructed in Labhandi Raipur for the athletes pursuing tennis. The Chhattisgarh government has set a target to establish sports academies in every district of the state. 07 Laghu Kendras (small centers) are approved under the Khelo India scheme of the Government of India. Approval has been given for hockey in Jashpur, archery in Bijapur, hockey in Rajnandgaon, volleyball in Gariaband, Malkhamb in Narayanpur, football in Surguja and archery in Bilaspur. Local senior players will be appointed as coaches through Khelo India Laghu Kendr. Under the Khelo India scheme of the Government of India, approval has been received for construction of a hockey ground with synthetic turf at Jashpur, multipurpose indoor hall at Ambikapur, synthetic football ground with running track at Jagdalpur Bastar, athletic track with synthetic surface at Mahasamund. For this, construction work has been completed in Jashpur and Jagdalpur Bastar.
Chhattisgarhia Olympics provides a stage for the state's traditional sports

Chhattisgarhia Olympics is being organized with the aim of promoting traditional sports in Chhattisgarh. The enthusiasm of the people to participate in traditional sports is evidently visible. women, children and elders are also participating enthusiastically in this Olympics. 14 kinds of sports have been included in Chhattisgarhia Olympics which are: Gilli Danda, Pittul, Sankhali, Langdi race, Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Rassakati(tug of war), Bati (Kancha) in team sports and Billas, Fugdi, Gedi race, Bhanwara, 100m singles Running and long jump competitions are also being organized. Level-01 Rajiv Yuva Mitan Club and Level-02 Zone level have been succesfully organized in the Chhattisgarhia Olympics which is being organized in 6 phases and after the level-03 development block and urban cluster level, then district, divisional and state level competitions will be held under the Chhattisgarhiya Olympics.
With International events happening, the state garners recognition and appreciation for the promotion of sports
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister International Grand Master Chess Tournament was organized in the capital Raipur from 19 to 28 September which witnessed the participation of more than 500 chess players from 15 countries and 21 states of India. Grandmasters, International Masters, Women Grandmasters, Women International Masters, FIDE Masters and Elo rated players participated in the tournament. Similarly, for the first time an international Badminton competition was organized in Chhattisgarh. More than 550 players from 12 other countries including Indian states participated in this tournament organized in the name of Chief Minister's India International Badminton Challenge trophy in the capital Raipur. It is worth mentioning that In the 36th National Game held in Gujarat, athletes of Chhattisgarh won 13 medals by showcasing their excellent perfomance in the game by winning 02 gold, 5 silver and 06 silver medals.
A special brief revision of the voter list began today,
Chief Electoral Officer's office organized a voter list began todayto inform the youth about it
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At the rally, youth, differently-abled individuals, schoolchildren, third-gender individuals, district administration, and officers-employees of the Chief Electoral Officer's office participated enthusiastically.
Mrs. Shamshad Begum and PWD state icon Mr. Chitrasen Sahu flagged off the cycle rally, along with CEO Mrs. Reena Babasaheb Kangale and former cricketer Mr. Rajesh Chauhan also joined the rally.

To encourage young voters to register as voters, the Chief Electoral Office organized a cycle rally today. Youth, people with disabilities, schoolchildren, people of the third gender, district administration, and officers-employees of the Chief Electoral Officer's office joyfully participated in the rally held this morning on the theme of "Pedal for Participative Elections." The cycle rally, which began at Telibandha Talab, journeyed from Ghadi Chowk to Telibandha Talab and returned. The rally was marked off by renowned social worker Smt. Shamshad Begum, recipient of the Padma Shri award, and renowned mountaineer and PWD State Icon of Chhattisgarh, Shri Chitrasen Sahu. Smt. Reena Babasaheb Kangale, the chief electoral officer, and Shri Rajesh Chauhan, a former international cricketer, also cycled in the rally to encourage voters.
The special brief modification of the voter list started today, with the initial publication of the voter list taking place on January 1, 2023. Between 9 November 2022 and 8 December 2022, young individuals who will have turned 18 on 1 January 2023, 1 April 2023, 1 July 2023, and 1 October 2023 can register to have their names added, the Election Commission of India will issue them Photo Voter ID Cards (EPIC).
The special brief updating of the voter list has started at the national level today. The Election Commission of India debuted it today by holding a cycling rally in Pune, Maharashtra, as well as other awareness programs. Two of the senior members of the Commission are participating in the events held in Pune, including the Chief Election Commissioner, Shri Rajiv Kumar, and the Election Commissioner, Shri Anoop Chandra Pandey.
It is worth noting that Pune is one of the major cities in the country with the lowest voter turnout in general elections. Pune has been selected for the national level launch of a special short revision of electoral rolls to encourage urban and youth voters to get their names added to the voter list, vote, and prepare error-free electoral rolls.
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Sikh community has set a great example of selfless service for the rest of the world to follow: C M Bhupesh Baghel
Chief Minister Shri Baghel attended a programme organized to mark the occasion of Guru Nanak Jayanti

Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel on Tuesday attended a programme organized at Khalsa School in Raipur to mark the occasion of Guru Nanak Jayanti.
Addressing the gathering on the occasion he greeted everyone on the auspicious occasion of the 553rd Birth Anniversary of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji. "Guru Nanak Ji gave the message that the master of the entire universe is one, and all are his servants. Sikhism believes in 'Seva-Bhav' or a sense of service for others", he said. In this programme, he bowed his head in front of Guru Granth Sahib. Besides, the Sikh society honored the Chief Minister by presenting him with a shawl and a 'kirpan'.
He added saying that not just people belonging to the Sikh community in the country and the world, but people from other communities as well also visit the Gurdwara on this auspicious day to offer prayers and seek the blessings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. He said that the Sikh community has always extended a helping hand to people in need in difficult times. They are known for their selfless service and the best example of this is during the Covid-19 pandemic times. They offered 'langar' to all the people in need besides providing them with other necessary stuff including medicines and oxygen cylinders.
Speaking about the efforts made by the Sikh community in Delhi, the Chief Minister said that the Gurdwara committees gave full cooperation in making available oxygen cylinders to the needy in many parts of the national capital by setting up 'oxygen langars'. Saluting the Sikh's spirit of selfless service, he said that the community has set a great example of selfless service for the rest of the world to follow. Shri Baghel noted that Guru Nanak Dev Ji also visited Chhattisgarh, he traveled from Kabir Chabutra of Amarkantak to Garhphuljhar. On the demand of people belonging to the Sikh community, the state government announced to development of Garhphuljhar as a popular tourist attraction.
The Chief Minister said I also had the privilege of offering flowers at Guru Nanak Dev Ji's feet. On this occasion, the Chief Minister also visited the health camp and released a collection of poems by Ms. Manpreet Kaur. Chhattisgarh Housing Board President and MLA Shri Kuldeep Juneja, Chhattisgarh Minorities Commission Chairman Shri Mahendra Chhabra, Parliamentary Secretary and MLA Shri Vikas Upadhyay, Mayor Shri Aijaz Dhebar and representatives of Sikh society were present on the occasion.
Raipur: Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel transferred a bonus amount of Rs 68 crore 90 lakh to the sugarcane growing farmers of the state under the sugarcane promotion scheme in a virtual program organized at his residential office
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Raipur : In a virtual programme held at his residential office, Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel gave a bonus payment worth Rs 68 crore 90 lakh to the state's sugarcane promotion scheme farmers.
This amount includes balance bonus amount of Rs 11.99 crore for the year 2020-21 and incentive amount of Rs 56.91 crore for sugarcane crushing year 2021-22.
Chief Minister Mr.Bhupesh Baghel takes Kartik Poornima Snan at Mahadev Ghat of Kharun River
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CM prays for the happiness and prosperity of the people of the state
“Persistent work is being done to preserve and promote the rich culture of Chhattisgarh along with education, health and employment”: Chief Minister Mr.Bhupesh Baghel
Raipur : On the auspicious occasion of Kartik Punni, Chief Minister Mr.Bhupesh Baghel reached Mahadev Ghat of Raipur in the morning and took a holy dip in the Kharun river. He prayed for the happiness and prosperity of the people of the state by taking Kartik Purnima Snan(bath). He also extended his greeting to all the people of the state on the occasion of Kartik Punni Mela.
On this occasion, he said “ We are following our religious, cultural and social traditions. People from all the surrounding villages take part in Punni Mela. Punni Mela is our ancient tradition, it belongs to the traditions of both our villages and cities of Chhattisgarh. There has been a tradition of taking snan(bath) in the morning and offering Jal(water) to Shiva in the month of Kartik, and from this day onwards the fair starts in the ghats of the villages”. “Today we are also celebrating the auspicious day of Prakash Parv, the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Ji, across the country. He had an old relationship with Chhattisgarh, so we have decided to develop Garhphuljhar in the Mahasamund district as a tourist destination”, he added.
He said that announcement was made for the development of the Kharun river Ghat last year, and now with the provision in the budget, the development work of the Ghat will start soon. The farmers have started harvesting paddy in the state. The procurement of paddy has also started from November 1, the farmers are selling paddy at a support price and they are also getting paid on time. Before Diwali, the third instalment of the Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana was transferred to the farmers.
He further said that to save the culture and tradition of Chhattisgarh, the National Tribal Dance Festival on the occasion of Rajyotsava was organised recently. The state government is persistently working for the preservation and development of Chhattisgarh’s culture along with education, health and employment and the people of the state have equally participated in it.
Parliamentary Secretary Mr.Vikas Upadhyay, Chairman of Gau Seva Aayog Mahant Ram Sundar Das, Advisor to Chief Minister Mr.Pradeep Sharma, Mayor of Raipur Municipal Corporation Mr.Aijaz Dhebar, public representatives and a large number of devotees were present on the occasion.
International Guests started returning after attending the National Tribal Dance Festival.
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Raipur : The process of returning foreign guests to their countries began after the National Tribal Dance Festival. By saying 'Raipur bye Raipur bye' and 'Chhattisgarhia Sable Badhiya' in bits, these Mongolian dancers left the airport. They performed the Mongolian dance, Jorun Jorun, at the National Tribal Dance Festival.
Mr. Inakhbold, group head, said he enjoyed his visit to Chhattisgarh. His first visit to Raipur will always be a memorable experience for him.
Chief Minister unveils 11-feet bronze statue of Chhattisgarh Mahtari at Collectorate Chowk Raipur
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Chhattisgarh Mahtari is a symbol of identity, honour and self-respect of Chhattisgarh: CM Mr. Baghel
Establishes to promote the tradition and culture of Chhattisgarh’s soil
CM announces to install statues of Chhattisgarh Mahtari in all the districts of the state
Statue made by Padmashree Awardee JM Nelson weighs 1200 kg
Raipur : Chief Minister Mr.Bhupesh Baghel unveiled the bronze statue of Chhattisgarh Mahtari built by Raipur Smart City Limited at Collectorate Chowk this evening. On this occasion, he said that Chhattisgarh Mahtari is a symbol of our state's pride, honour and self-respect. The statue has been installed to promote the tradition and folk culture of Chhattisgarh’s soil. He said that the state government has decided to install the statues of Chhattisgarh Mahtari in all districts. “Our government is paying special attention to promote traditional festivals, sports, art and culture of the state”, he added.
It is noteworthy that the bronze statue of Chhattisgarh Mahtari is 11 feet long and weighs 1200 kg. It was constructed by Padmashree Awardee J.M. Nelson, a resident of Bhilai and the country's famous sculptor artist within just a month. The structural base of this statue has been prepared by the architect of Raipur, Mr. Manish Pillaiwar. This statue has been constructed by Raipur Smart City Limited and Municipal Corporation Raipur under the guidance of District Administration, Raipur.
Agriculture Minister and District In-charge Minister Mr.Ravindra Choubey, Urban Administration Minister Dr. Shivkumar Dahariya, MLA Mr.Kuldeep Juneja, Mayor Mr.Aijaz Dhebar, MLA Mr.Satyanarayan Sharma, Collector Dr. Sarveshwar Narendra Bhure, Senior Superintendent of Police Prashant Kumar Agarwal, MD of Smart City Limited Raipur and Municipal Corporation Raipur Commissioner Mayank Chaturvedi and concerned officers-employees and other public representatives were present on the occasion.
Preserving primitive cultural values will help us maintain our solidarity : Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel
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Chief Minister inaugurated the grand event of National Tribal Dance Festival and Chhattisgarh Rajyotsav
Participation of the tribal artists from across the country and abroad has doubled the joy of Rajyotsav
Artists from 28 states, 7 union territories and 10 countries enthralled the audience with their performance at National Tribal Dance Festival

Raipur : While inaugurating the grand event of Rajyotsav and National Tribal Dance Festival at Science College Ground, Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel said that we can strengthen our solidarity and make the development sustainable only by preserving the primitive cultural values across the world. The main objective of organizing the National Tribal Dance Festival is to create solidarity for the rights of tribals all over the world.
Chief Minister Mr. Baghel inaugurated the programme by lighting the traditional lamp and by playing the tribal musical instrument ‘Nagada’. Chief Minister heartily welcomed dance troupes from various states of India and abroad. He congratuled the people of the state on the occasion of the State Foundation Day and the third National Tribal Dance Festival.
At the welcome program, artists from 28 states, 7 union territories of the country and 10 other nations including Mozambique, Togo, Egypt, Mongolia, Indonesia, Russia, New Zealand, Serbia, Rwanda and Maldives performed and mesmerized the audience with their tribal dance. Around 1500 domestic and foreign artists are participating in this event. On the occasion, Chief Minister released postal stamps and envelopes issued by the Postal Department and several table books of National Tribal Dance Festival for the year 2021. In the program, tribal dancers from Mozambique, Russia and Mongolia presented beautiful dance in their own distinctive style.
Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel said that the history of dance is as old as the history of man. There is a similarity in the dance style and musical instruments of the tribals around the world. It is a wonderful coincidence that there are many similarities in the style, rhythm, and movements of the tribal dances around the world. This is because the tribals across the world share the same love and connection with the nature, they have similar dreams, hopes and desires. The objective of the National Tribal Dance Festival is to preserve the primitive culture.
Chief Minister said that this National Tribal Dance Festival was started as a platform to present the cultural beauty of Chhattisgarh to the whole world. But the very first event turned out to be such a massive success that it gradually took a shape of international event.
Chief Minister said that today is the state foundation day of Chhattisgarh. Today is our victory day, because on this day the dream of our forefathers came true and their struggles bore the fruit of success. State Foundation Day of Chhattisgarh on 01 November is the day when every Chhattisgarhia celebrates the formation of the state and takes pride in the unique indigenous culture. Chief Minister thanked all the states, union territories of India and tribal artists from all over the world and said that the tribal artists of the country and the world have come to join in our celebration. The National Tribal Dance Festival is also a great opportunity to share each other's thoughts and experiences. We will all learn from each other, learn, understand and think together about how to make the world better a better place.
He said that a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between the State Government and the Indian Council for Cultural Relations, New Delhi to provide an opportunity and platform to the tribal artists of Chhattisgarh to perform abroad, which will increase the scope for promotion and exchange of tribal culture.
Speaker of the Vidhan Sabha, Dr. Charandas Mahant presiding over the program, said that today is a proud day for Chhattisgarh. National Tribal Dance Festival is being organized with the aim of acknowleding the importance and beauty of the tribals and the tribal cultures across the country and abroad. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Mr. Baghel, the state government is working very well for the progress of Chhattisgarh, Chhattisgarhia and Chhattisgarhi. State Government's schemes are bringing justice to the farmers, poor and backward. He said that to make Chhattisgarh a developed state, everyone has to move forward with the resolve of 'Gadbo Nava Chhattisgarh'. Tourism and Home Minister Mr. Tamradhwaj Sahu said that in the last four years, State Government is moving ahead with the vision of 'Gadbo Nava Chhattisgarh' and working to preserve and promote its culture and tradition.
Culture Minister Mr. Amarjeet Bhagat said that Chhattisgarh Government has given the due respect to the tribals and their culture by declaring a holiday on World Tribal Day and by organizing the National Tribal Dance Festival. Today, Chhattisgarh has a new identity in the country and the world. At the programme, Chief Secretary Mr. Amitabh Jain gave the welcome address and the vote of thanks was proposed by Culture Secretary Mr. Anbalagan P. Agriculture Minister Mr. Ravindra Choubey, Forest Minister Mr. Mohammad Akbar, Women and Child Development Minister Mrs. Anila Bhendia, Industries Minister Mr. Kawasi Lakhma, Tribal Development Minister Dr. Premsai Singh Tekam, Public Health Engineering Minister Mr. Rudra Kumar, Urban Administration and Development Minister Dr. Shivkumar Dahria, many Parliamentary Secretaries, MLAs, President of Corporation Board, Councilor of Egypt Mr. Image, Mr. Maza of Togo, Principal Secretary Culture of Haryana Mr. D. Suresh and many public representatives and citizens were present.
Dance Troupes from Serbia, Indonesia and Maldives have arrived at capital city Raipur to participate in National Tribal Dance Festival
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Raipur : Dance Troupes from Serbia Europe, Maldives and Indonesia of Asia have arrived at capital city Raipur today to participate in the National Tribal Dance Festival. Department official-employees accorded a warm welcome to these guest teams upon their arrival at Mana airport. Artists are excited to perform at the event today. They have thanked Chhattisgarh Government for creating this platform for cultural exchange.

This event has not only given them the opportunity to present their culture, but has also provided them a chance to learn about the cultures of other nations and states of India including Chhattisgarh, they said. The teams expressed their joy and enthusiasm by giving a glimpse of their dance talent at the airport. Thereafter, they raised the slogan of Chhattisgarhiya Sable Badhiya.
It is noteworthy that the teams of Serbia, Maldives and Indonesia have 10 members each. Serbia team has six male and four female members, Maldives team has 10 male members and Indonesia team has five men and five women. It is worth mentioning that the National Tribal Dance and State Festival is being organized from November 1 to November 3 at Science College ground in Raipur, and teams from nine foriegn countries and various states of India are participating in this event.
National Tribal Dance Festival :Festival to be organised at Science College from November 01 to 03
National Tribal Dance Festival :Festival to be organised at Science College from November 01 to 03
Event will showcase a glimpse of the food, customs, crafts style, and dance form of the tribes of the country and abroad
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Tribes living in forests, away from the influence of modernity, have their own rich tribal culture and tradition. Different tribes also have their own festivals, folk dances and songs. To recognize the art and culture of these tribal groups, the National Tribal Dance Festival is being organized under the leadership of Chief Minister Mr.Bhupesh Baghel from November 1 to 3 on the occasion of the 23rd foundation day of Chhattisgarh state. This is the third time that the National Tribal Dance Festival is to be held in the state. The festival will be organized at Science College ground in Raipur.
42 types of tribes living in Chhattisgarh
The state of Chhattisgarh is blessed with natural resources. About 44% of land cover in Chhattisgarh is dominated by forests and the tribal population accounts for 31% of its total population. 42 types of tribes reside in the state. This festival helps the tribal artists to showcase their tribal art forms.
Providing a platform for cultural exchange among the tribal communities
This festival will enable cultural and artistic sharing between tribal artists hailing from different countries and civilizations at the national/international levels. Moreover, these communities will also become aware of each other’s unique lifestyles, cultures, and food habits. This endeavour is proving to be very beneficial not only for Chhattisgarh but for the cultural interaction of tribal communities worldwide.
1500 tribal artists will participate, hailing from India and other 9 countries
In this event, the teams from the tribal communities of all the states and union territories of India along with those of 9 countries will participate. In this event, about 1500 tribal artists will perform, out of which 1400 artists will be from various states and union territories of India and the remaining 100 will be from other countries. The tribal artists hailing from Mozambique, Mongolia, Tonga, Russia, Indonesia, Maldives, Serbia, New Zealand, and Egypt will perform at the festival.
Artists hailing from other countries will showcase their tribal culture
The National Tribal Dance Festival was organized for the first time in Chhattisgarh in the year 2019 from December 27 to 29. A total of 1,262 artists participated in this festival. These included 59 tribal artists from 06 countries. In this, artists from different states of India along with Sri Lanka, Uganda, Maldives, Thailand, Bangladesh and Belarus showcased their country’s culture through dance form.
The National Tribal Dance Festival for the year 2021 was organized from October 28 to November 01. A total of 1,149 artists participated in this festival. These included 60 tribal artists from 07 countries. Artists from Switzerland, Mali, Nigeria, Sri Lanka, Palestine, Uganda and Uzbekistan participated in this festival.
This year the National Tribal Dance Festival 2022 will be organized from November 01 to 03. A total of 1500 tribal artists will participate in this festival. 100 tribal artists from 09 countries will reach to participate in this festival. Tribal artists from Mozambique, Mongolia, Tonga, Russia, Indonesia, Maldives, Serbia, New Zealand and Egypt are going to perform in the event.
Dance festival will be held on the theme of 'harvesting’ and ‘tribal traditions and customs'
This time two themes have been kept in the National Tribal Dance Festival. The first theme is 'Tribal Dances on Harvesting' and the second theme is 'Tribal Traditions and Customs'. Prizes will be given to the best-performing participants to encourage the winners.
Excellent performances will attract a total prize of Rs.20 lakhs
The winners will be felicitated with prizes in the National Tribal Dance Festival to encourage them. Prizes worth Rs. 20 lakh will be distributed to the winners. Cash prizes worth Rs. 5 lakh, Rs. 3 lakh, and Rs. 2 lakh will be awarded to the first, second, and third positions.
Efforts are being made to preserve and promote tribal art, culture and heritage
It is worth mentioning that since the government has been made under the leadership of Chief Minister Mr.Bhupesh Baghel, the event of the National Tribal Dance Festival is being organized with the noble aim of preserving and promoting the art and culture of tribal communities in Chhattisgarh and to provide a platform for cultural exchange among the tribal communities of various states and nations. In continuation of these efforts, the state song was recognized in Chhattisgarh. To promote traditional sports of the state, the ‘Chhattisgarhiya Olympics’, a sporting event is being organized at the village level.
IAS officer and two others to 14-day judicial custody in a money laundering case A special court
Raipur : IAS officer Sameer Vishnoi, businessman Sunil Agrawal and advocate Laxmikant Tiwari were arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on October 13 following their questioning after the agency launched multi-city raids in the state on October 11.
A special court here on Thursday sent an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer and two others to 14-day judicial custody in a money laundering case linked to alleged extortion from coal and mining transporters in Congress-ruled Chhattisgarh.
The accused were produced before the court of Additional District and Sessions Judge Ajay Singh Rajput on Thursday on expiry of their ED custody, Tiwari's lawyer Faizal Rizvi said.
He said the court sent them to 14-day judicial custody. They will be held in jail.
On October 13, the court allowed custodial interrogation of the three by the ED for eight days and on October 21 extended their remand by six more days. They were arrested under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).
Vishnoi, a Chhattisgarh cadre IAS officer of the 2009 batch, was earlier posted as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Chhattisgarh Infotech Promotion Society.
As per case details, Laxmikant Tiwari, a lawyer from Mahasamund district, is the uncle of coal businessman Suryakant Tiwari (who is reported to be absconding) and whose properties were also covered during searches carried out by the ED.
The agency also carried out searches at Laxmikant Tiwari's residence in Mahasamund town. Sunil Agrawal, director of the Indermani Group, which is involved in coal trading, is said to be closely associated with Suryakant Tiwari.
In a release issued on October 14, the ED claimed a massive scam was taking place in coal transportation in Chhattisgarh under which a cartel of politicians, officers and others was allegedly running a parallel system of extorting illegal levy, generating about Rs 2-3 crore daily.
The agency claimed that Vishnoi and his wife were found in possession of unaccounted cash to the tune of Rs 47 lakh and 4 kg of gold jewellery. The money laundering investigation was launched after the ED took cognizance of a complaint by the Income Tax department.
The ED has claimed that the main kingpin of the scam is Suryakant Tiwari and his associates, who entered into a criminal conspiracy to run a parallel system of extorting illegal levy on coal and were doing illegal and unaccounted cash movement.
The agency said it seized unaccounted cash of Rs 4.5 crore, gold jewellery, bullion and other valuables worth around Rs 2 crore during the raids.
The raids had also covered the premises of two other IAS officers, Raigarh district Collector Ranu Sahu and her husband J.P. Maurya, who is director of the Geology and Mining Department in the state.
Chief Minister Shri Bhupesh Baghel takes stock of the preparations for Rajyotsava and Tribal Dance Festival
Chief Minister gave necessary guidelines to the officers
Preparations in full swing for Rajyotsava and National Tribal Dance Festival to be held from 1st to 3rd November.
1500 tribal artists from 09 countries to participate in the National Tribal Festival
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The preparations for the 23rd foundation day of Chhattisgarh(Rajyotsav) are going on in full swing in Science College ground in Raipur. On the ocassion of the states foundation day,the National Tribal Dance Festival is also being organized from 1st to 3rd November at Science College ground. Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel reached the Science College ground on Thursday evening to take stock of the preparations for the festival. Chief Minister Shri Baghel also inspected the site of the stalls to be set up by all the departments of Chhattisgarh Government and also gave necessary directions to the departmental officers regarding the preparations.
It is worth mentioning that preparations are going on in full swing to celebrate National Tribal Dance Festival organized from November 1 to 3 in a grand manner as well where 1500 tribal artists from 09 countries including all states, union territories are coming to Chhattisgarh to showcase their tribal culture.
Senior officers of all departments were also present on the occasion.
Colourful cultural events will be organized in District Headquarters on the occasion of Rajyotsav
Parliamentary Secretary and MLAs will grace this district-level events as chief guests
Raipur, TNINS
On the occasion of Chhattisgarh State Foundation Day 2022, various colourful cultural events will be organized in the district headquarters of the state on November 1st. Chief Guests of these district-level events have been finalized. State Level programme of State Foundation Day will be organized from November 1 to 3, 2022 at Science College ground in Raipur. Meanwhile, National Tribal Dance Festival and State Award Ceremony will also be organized.
On the state foundation day, Parliamentary Secretary Mr. Vinod Sevanlal Chandrakar will be the chief guest of the cultural program to be organized in district headquarters Mahasamund. Similarly, the program to be organized in District Headquarters Dhamtari will be graced by Parliamentary Secretary Mr. Gurudayal Singh Banjare as Chief Guest. Likewise, in the program to be organized in District Headquarters Balodabazar-Bhatapara, Parliamentary Secretary Ms. Shakuntala Sahu will be the Chief Guest. Likewise, Chief Guest of the program to be held in District Headquarters Gariaband will be Mr. Amitesh Shukla, while MLA Shri Kuldeep Juneja will be the Chief Guest of the program in District Headquarters Durg. MLA Mr. Arun Vora will be the Chief Guest of the program of District Headquarters Rajnandgaon, MLA Mrs. Mamta Chandrakar will be the Chief Guest of the program to be held in District Headquarters Kabeerdham, MLA Mrs. Sangeeta Sinha in District Headquarters Balod, Parliamentary Secretary Mr. Vikas Upadhyay in District Headquarters Bemetara, Parliamentary Secretary Dr. Rashmi Ashish Singh in District Headquarters Bilaspur, Parliamentary Secretary Mr. Dwarkadhish Yadav in District Headquarters Korba, MLA Mr. Laljit Singh Rathia will be the chief guest of the program to be held in District Headquarters Raigarh, Parliamentary Secretary Mr. Kunwar Singh Nishad in District Headquarters Mungeli, Parliamentary Secretary Shri Chandradev Prasad Rai will be the Chief Guest of the programme to be held in District Headquarters Janjgir-Champa, MLA Dr. KK Dhruv in District Headquarters Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi and Parliamentary Secretary Mr. Parasnath Rajwade will be the chief guest in the program of Surguja district headquarter Ambikapur.
Similarly, in the program to be organized in District Headquarters Koriya, Baikunthpur, Mr. Gulab Kamro, Vice-Chairman of Surguja Area Tribal Development Authority will be the chief guest, Mr. UD Minj, Parliamentary Secretary, will be the chief guest of the program to be held in District Headquarters Jashpur, Vice President of Surguja Area Tribal Development Authority Mr. Brihaspat Singh will be the chief guest of the programme to be held in Surajpur district headquarters, Parliamentary Secretary Mr. Chintamani Maharaj in District Headquarters Balrampur, President of Bastar Area Tribal Development Authority Mr. Lakheshwar Baghel in District Headquarters Bastar (Jagdalpur), Parliamentary Secretary Mr. Shishupal Sori in District Headquarters Kanker, MLA Mrs. Devati Karma will be the Chief Guest of the programme to be held in District Headquarters Dantewada, Parliamentary Secretary Mr. Rekhchand Jain in District Headquarter Sukma, Vice President of Bastar Area Tribal Development Authority Mr.Santram Netam in District Headquarters Kondagaon, MLA Mr.Chandan Kashyap will be the Chief Guest of the programme to be held in District Headquarters Narayanpur, MLA Mr. Vikram Mandavi in the program of Bijapur, Parliamentary Secretary Mr. Indrashah Mandavi in the program of District Headquarters Mohala-Manpur-Ambagarh Chowki, MLA Mrs. Yashoda Verma will be the Chief Guest of the program in District Headquarters Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai, MLA Mrs. Uttari Jangde in District Headquarters Sarangarh-Bilaigarh, MLA Mr. Vinay Jaiswal in the program of District Headquarters Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur and MLA Shri Ramkumar Yadav will be the Chief Guest of the State Foundation Programme to be held in District Headquarters Sakti.
Sai Masand had a consultation with Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, who came to Raipur after becoming the Shankaracharya of Jyotirmath.
Sai Masand will give training to Sanatani Sena of Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand to make India the Vishwa Guru
TNINS
Raipur. After becoming the Shankaracharya of Jyotirmath, Pujyapad Swamishree: Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati ji Maharaj came to Raipur on 25th October on a day's stay, along with his saints and staffs. Under the leadership of Brahmachari Dr. Indubhavanand Maharaj In-charge of the local Shankaracharya Ashram, so many saints, followers, social workers and politicians of the region came and took his blessings and honored them with devotion by performing Paduka Poojan and Aarti. Shankaracharya Swamishree: Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati Maharaj ji, invited Sai Jalkumar Masand, the head of the Masand Sevashram, who is running the campaign to make India the Vishwa Guru, made him sit on the stage. who came to attend the honor ceremony on this occasion,
Sai Masand again visited Shankaracharya Ashram the next morning and met Jagadguru Shankaracharya Swamishree: Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati Ji Maharaj and apprised him of the happy results of his recent visit to Rajasthan and Maharashtra as part of his campaign to make India Vishwaguru again. Shankaracharya Swamishree: Avimukteshwaranand Saraswatiji Maharaj told his disciples present on this occasion that Sai Masand Sahib is his very dear and close companion. He has been continuously active in the interest of the country for about 60 years, so to take advantage of his experiences, he has decided to train the Sanatani Sena, which is being formed of his 11 lakh workers, to make India a world guru again, by him.
Delegation of 'Chhath Mahaparv Organizing Committee', Mahadev Ghat Raipur paid courtesy call on Chief Minister, invited him for 'Chhath Puja'
Raipur, TNINS
The delegation of Chhath Mahaparv Organizing Committee, Mahadev Ghat, Raipur, met Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel at his residence in Bhilai on Tuesday. The delegation led by Mr. Rajesh Kumar Singh, the head of the committee invited the Chief Minister to attend Chhath Puja to be organized at Mahadev Ghat of Kharun river. Graciously accepting the invitation, Chief Minister said that Chhath festival celebration at Mahadev Ghat of holy Kharun river in the legendary Hatkeshwar Mahadev Dham of capital city Raipur has its own special charm. He extended best wishes for the success of the event.
Head of Chhath Puja Organizing Committee, Mr. Rajesh Kumar Singh informed that the four-day celebration of Chhath Puja festival will be held from October 28 to October 31. This year 'Nahay-Khay' will be celebrated on 28th October. 'Lohanda' and 'Kharna' will be held on 29th October, 'Sandhya Ardhya' will be held on 30th October and 'Usha Ardhya' will be organized on 31st October.
Parliamentary Secretary Mr. Vikas Upadhyay, Committee members Mr. Sunil Singh, Mr. Kanhaiya Singh, Mr. Shivshankar Singh, Mr. Ajay Singh, Mr. Anil Singh and other members were present on the occasion.
Attractive decoration on Devari in Chief Minister's residence
Raipur : In the Chief Minister's residence at Devari Tihar, attractive decorations have been done with LED lamps, colorful clothes. The special thing is that in this decoration, the local traditions and symbols of Chhattisgarh have been specially outlined.
Shubh Devari Tihar is written in the main gate with LED light and the symbol of Diya has been made in both the gates, which looks very attractive. At the same time, after the entrance, small trees and plants have been decorated with skirting lights and the entry way with colorful clothes. In the gate inside the residence, the symbol of a lamp made of LED light is also looking adorable.
Mukhyamantri Shahari Slum Swasthya Yojana has provided free treatment to over 31.44 lakh people so far
TNIS
RAIPUR : The Chief Minister had conceptualised a scheme that could help treat people living in slum communities at their homes. Keeping this goal in mind, the Mukhyamantri Shahari Slum Swasthya Yojana that was implemented by the government has treated more than 31 lakh people living in slums through mobile medical units. Under the scheme, 120 mobile medical units with doctors, paramedical teams, and medical equipment is reaching the slum areas in urban regions of the state and providing free-of-cost medical treatment to people. Under the scheme, about 6,74,121 people have benefited from pathology tests, and free-of-cost medicines have been provided to more than 26,10,277 patients. Laborers make up approximately 2,52,263 of those who have benefited.
Under the Mukhyamantri Shahari Slum Swasthya Yojana operated by the Chhattisgarh government's Urban Administration and Development Department, about 38,990 camps have been set up in 169 urban units. Through these, the free of cost testing and treatment of patients is being done while providing them with free medicines. The Urban Administration and Development Minister, Mr. Shivkumar Dahariya, has instructed the departmental officers that people living in remote slum areas and other needy people should be provided with the facilities of medical tests and free of cost medicines.
It is noteworthy that the first phase of the Mukhyamantri Shahari Slum Swasthya Yojana started on November 1, 2020 to provide healthcare facilities to the people living in slum communities in the Nagar Nigam regions of the state. Under this, 60 mobile medical units had been deployed to provide medical testing, treatment, and free-of-cost medicines to people living in slums. On March 31, 2022, the scheme had been extended to all the urban sections of the state, and 60 new medical units were also deployed.
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