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CM Sai highlights Bastar Olympics & Pandum fest at PM-led NDA conclave

Raipur: Chhattisgarh reportedly received special appreciation for its development model and innovative initiatives at the CMs' conclave chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday. CM Vishnu Deo Sai's presentation on the Bastar Olympics and Bastar Pandum reportedly captivated the attention of the PM and other participating CMs. Deputy CMs Vijay Sharma and Arun Sao also attended the conclave. sA key focus of the meeting was the effective implementation of the central govt's flagship schemes. Sai explained that Bastar Olympics is a social movement that replaced guns with javelins, arrows, and balls in the hands of the youth. The event saw participation from 1.65 lakh athletes across 32 development blocks in seven districts, conducted over 40 days in three levels — block, district, and division. The competition featured 11 traditional tribal games, including archery, running, kho-kho, kabaddi, and tug-of-war. Participants were divided into four categories — junior, senior, surrendered Naxals, and differently-abled. The CM shared the inspiring story of Punem Sanna, a wheelchair athlete from Dornapal. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like [Click Here] 2025 Best Luxury Hotel Prices Expertinspector Learn More Undo He also presented the success of the Bastar Pandum festival, which he said not only preserved the tribal heritage, traditions, and folk arts of the region but also brought national recognition to them. The cultural event witnessed participation from 47,000 performers, 1,885 village panchayats, and 1,743 cultural troupes across 32 blocks in seven districts. Held in three phases, the festival featured folk dance, music, and local markets. Raipur: Chhattisgarh reportedly received special appreciation for its development model and innovative initiatives at the CMs' conclave chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday. CM Vishnu Deo Sai's presentation on the Bastar Olympics and Bastar Pandum reportedly captivated the attention of the PM and other participating CMs. Deputy CMs Vijay Sharma and Arun Sao also attended the conclave. sA key focus of the meeting was the effective implementation of the central govt's flagship schemes. Sai explained that Bastar Olympics is a social movement that replaced guns with javelins, arrows, and balls in the hands of the youth. The event saw participation from 1.65 lakh athletes across 32 development blocks in seven districts, conducted over 40 days in three levels — block, district, and division. The competition featured 11 traditional tribal games, including archery, running, kho-kho, kabaddi, and tug-of-war. Participants were divided into four categories — junior, senior, surrendered Naxals, and differently-abled. The CM shared the inspiring story of Punem Sanna, a wheelchair athlete from Dornapal. He also presented the success of the Bastar Pandum festival, which he said not only preserved the tribal heritage, traditions, and folk arts of the region but also brought national recognition to them. The cultural event witnessed participation from 47,000 performers, 1,885 village panchayats, and 1,743 cultural troupes across 32 blocks in seven districts. Held in three phases, the festival featured folk dance, music, and local markets.