Online testimonies for tribals, Maoism to end by March 2026: Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai
Chhattisgarh chief minister Vishnu Deo Sai, during a review meeting in Bijapur, advocated for accessible online testimonies to benefit remote tribal areas
RAIPUR: During a joint review meeting in Bijapur,
Chhattisgarh chief minister
Vishnu Deo Sai stressed the need to make the judicial system more accessible through online testimonies—particularly benefiting remote and tribal areas.
Highlighting Sushasan Tihar as a symbol of transparent governance, he reiterated the state's commitment to eradicating Maoism by March 2026 and emphasised the rehabilitation of surrendered Maoists.
The chief minister also focused on aligning employment with local resources, strengthening Atal Seva Kendras, promoting agriculture and allied sectors, improving education outcomes, and encouraging youth participation in industrial growth and maize cultivation to boost rural income.
He made it clear that this system would be especially beneficial in tribal regions, where transportation challenges often prevent people from reaching courts.
Addressing the joint review meeting at Bijapur district headquarters, the CM emphasised that digital technology can simplify and expedite the judicial process, providing relief to common people. He said this system would benefit tribal areas, where transport issues often hinder access to courts.
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Sai stated that "Sushasan Tihar" (Good Governance Festival) reflects transparency and accountability in governance. He said guarantees made under "Modi ki Guarantee" have been implemented over the past one and a half years, strengthening public trust in the government.
He added that significant actions have been taken against Maoists in the Bastar division. Reiterating the goal of complete eradication of Maoists by March 2026, he directed that comprehensive arrangements be made for the housing, rehabilitation, skill training, and employment of surrendered Maoists.
He instructed that placement camps be organised with participation from NMDC and the private sector to help these youths reintegrate into the mainstream.
CM stressed that employment opportunities in tribal areas should be developed in alignment with local resources. He highlighted the establishment of Atal Seva Kendras in 1,460 panchayats, which will enable villagers to access services such as banking within their own villages.
He noted that the tribal-dominated Bastar region is rich in minerals and forest produce and that efforts are being made to increase the income of its residents and bring them into the mainstream of development. He reaffirmed the goal of ensuring comprehensive development of Bastar and declared that Naxalism will be completely eradicated from Bastar and all of Chhattisgarh by March 2026.
He directed that emphasis be placed on promoting farming and developing irrigation facilities, along with allied activities such as fish farming, animal husbandry, goat rearing, pig farming, and dairy production.
He also called for a focus on developing tourism infrastructure in Bastar to generate employment.
The CM instructed that Atal Digital Service Centres in Bastar's gram panchayats should be used to ensure the availability of maximum services to the public.
He praised officials for the improvement in Dantewada's examination results, noting a 10% increase in high school and a 4% increase in higher secondary results.
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