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Time of India
26-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
NITI Aayog Meet: Chhattisgarh unveils vision to become rs 75 lakh crore economy by 2047
At the 10th Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai presented an ambitious roadmap to transform the state into a Rs. 75 lakh crore economy by 2047. Highlighting Bastar's turnaround from a conflict zone to a growth engine, the CM showcased the state's development blueprint anchored in the 3T Model – Technology, Transparency, and Transformation. The plan, outlined in the 'Chhattisgarh Anjor Vision Document', aims to increase per capita income tenfold and double the state's GSDP within five years. Thirteen priority sectors, including education, healthcare, agriculture, infrastructure, tourism, and IT, have been identified, with ten focused missions to drive implementation. CM Sai emphasized Bastar's rise as a hub of opportunity, with skilling centers now training local youth in digital and technical skills. The region is also attracting major investments, including the country's first semiconductor unit and an AI data centre in Nava Raipur. Efforts to eradicate Naxalism continue, with the government targeting a Naxal-free state by March 2026 through rehabilitation and employment schemes. Tribal communities are gaining market access and global recognition – Dhudmaras village was recently named one of the UN's 'Best Tourism Villages.' Major infrastructure upgrades are underway, including a doubling of the railway network from 1,100 km to 2,200 km, Rs. 21,000 crore investments in highways, and expanded airport connectivity. Raipur Airport's new cargo services position Chhattisgarh as a logistics hub. The state, rich in minerals like coal, steel, and lithium, plans to raise steel output to 45 million tonnes by 2030. It has also become the first Indian state to auction a lithium block. Over 350 policy reforms have been implemented to improve governance, including digital land registrations for Rs. 500 and incentives for rural educational and healthcare institutions. The CM said Chhattisgarh is aligning with the Centre's 'Viksit Bharat @2047' vision, evolving into a digitally governed, self-reliant, and resource-rich state driving India's growth story.
New Indian Express
24-05-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Chhattisgarh outlines ambitious development vision, highlights Bastar's transformation at NITI Aayog meet
RAIPUR: At the 10th Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chhattisgarh presented its ambitious long-term development vision, highlighting the transformation of the Bastar region. Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai stated that Bastar, once known for Maoist violence, is now emerging as a national model for development, employment generation, and self-reliance. He shared a forward-looking plan to transform the state into a Rs 75 lakh crore economy by 2047. 'Our ambitious plan will be achieved through the 3T Model—Technology, Transparency, and Transformation. As part of this long-term agenda, the government has prepared a comprehensive roadmap named the 'Chhattisgarh Anjor Vision Document'. This document outlines integrated strategies for economic growth, social progress, and environmental sustainability," the chief minister said. The CM added that the state aims to double its Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) within the next five years.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
CM Sai highlights Bastar's transformation and roadmap to Rs 75 lakh crore economy at NITI Aayog meeting
RAIPUR: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Saturday presented the state's long-term development vision at the 10th Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog. He highlighted Bastar's transformation, noting that the region, once affected by Maoist violence, is now emerging as a national model for development, employment generation, and self-reliance. During the meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief Minister Sai outlined a plan to transform Chhattisgarh into a Rs 75 lakh crore economy by 2047. This goal is to be achieved through the '3T Model': Technology, Transparency, and Transformation. The Chief Minister also stated that this plan aims to increase the state's per capita income tenfold and double the state's GSDP in the next five years. As part of this long-term development agenda, the government has prepared a comprehensive strategy called the 'Chhattisgarh Anjor Vision Document', which outlines integrated plans for economic growth, social progress, and environmental sustainability. Chief Minister Sai emphasised that the state administration is evolving into a more tech-enabled, transparent, and efficient system, with every government scheme digitally tracked to ensure timely and effective service delivery to citizens. He affirmed that this model would not only elevate Chhattisgarh into the league of developed Indian states but also play a key role in advancing India's broader goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047. To drive this mission, the state has prioritised 13 key sectors, including education, healthcare, infrastructure, agriculture, IT, tourism, and skill development. Ten focused missions have been launched for effective implementation in these areas. Speaking on Bastar's transformation, the Chief Minister said the region is now full of opportunities. He shared that skill development centres have been established in Bastar and 32 surrounding blocks, where local youth are receiving training in fields such as computer literacy, healthcare, food processing, and technical trades. "Today, children who once gathered firewood in the forests are learning to operate machines and use laptops," he remarked. He further highlighted the surge in investments flowing into the region, noting that the establishment of the country's first semiconductor unit and an AI data centre in Nava Raipur is creating new avenues of employment for the youth of Bastar and the entire state. "Bastar is now poised to become a hub for 'Make in India' – a place where innovation, industry, and opportunity converge," the Chief Minister added. Addressing the issue of Maoism, the Chief Minister reaffirmed the government's resolve to make Chhattisgarh completely Naxal-free by March 2026. He noted that comprehensive rehabilitation, skill training, and self-employment programmes are being rolled out for surrendered Naxals. In Bastar, tribal communities are now gaining access to markets, training, and entrepreneurship opportunities, with local products driving new avenues for livelihood. Bastar's Dhudmaras village has earned international recognition, being named one of the 'Best Tourism Villages' by the United Nations. The Chief Minister underscored significant strides in infrastructure development, noting that the state's railway network is being expanded from 1,100 km to 2,200 km, while more than Rs 21,000 crore has been invested in upgrading national highways. With the introduction of cargo services at Raipur Airport, Chhattisgarh is now on track to emerge as a key logistics hub in the region. The state plans to boost its steel production capacity from 28 to 45 million tonnes by 2030 and also scale up power generation to become the first in the country. Chhattisgarh has become the first state in the country to successfully auction a lithium block, an essential resource for electric vehicles and the green energy transition. Chief Minister Sai informed that the state has introduced more than 350 policy reforms to improve governance. The Chief Minister said that Chhattisgarh fuels India's industry with coal, steel, and cement, while also uplifting rural livelihoods through agriculture, fisheries, and forest produce. Simplified land rights empower tribal families, and tourism creates jobs for women and artisans. Digital governance under the 3T Model ensures speed, transparency, and accountability. With over 350 reforms, the state leads in policy innovation, aligning with PM Modi's vision. Connectivity is improving through Rs 21,380 crore in road and airport upgrades, while railway expansion is set to double historic coverage by 2030—positioning Chhattisgarh as a key driver of India's inclusive development.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai presents Bastar vision at Niti Aayog meet; targets Rs 75 lakh cr economy by 2047
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Saturday outlined a bold long-term development vision highlighting Naxal-hit Bastar region's remarkable transformation and targeting an economy of Rs 75 lakh crore for the state by 2047. Participating in the 10th Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog, Sai said the Bastar region, once synonymous with Naxal violence, is now emerging as a national model of development, employment generation and self-reliance. During the meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi , the chief minister presented a visionary plan to transform Chhattisgarh into a Rs 75 lakh crore economy by 2047, according to an official release. This ambitious goal is to be achieved through the 3T Model : Technology, Transparency and Transformation, the release said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Da Kao: Unsold Furniture Liquidation 2024 (Prices May Surprise You) Unsold Furniture | Search Ads Learn More Undo Sai also emphasised that this plan aims at increasing the state's per capita income by ten times and added his government aims at doubling the state's GSDP in the next five years. As part of this long-term development agenda, the government has prepared a comprehensive strategy named the 'Chhattisgarh Anjor Vision Document', which outlines integrated plans for economic growth, social progress and environmental sustainability. Live Events He emphasised that the state administration is evolving into a more tech-enabled, transparent and efficient system, with every government scheme being digitally tracked to guarantee timely and effective service delivery to citizens. The chief minister affirmed that this model would not only elevate Chhattisgarh into the league of developed Indian states but also play a key role in advancing India's broader goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047. To drive the mission forward, the state has prioritised 13 key sectors, including education, healthcare, infrastructure, agriculture, IT, tourism and skill development. Ten focused missions have been launched for effective implementation in these areas. Emphasising on Bastar's transformation, Sai said the region is now emerging as a region full of opportunities. The chief minister shared that skill development centers have been established in Bastar and 32 surrounding blocks, where local youth are receiving training in fields such as computer literacy, healthcare, food processing and technical trades. "Today, children who once gathered firewood in the forests are learning to operate machines and use laptops," he remarked. Sai further highlighted the surge in investments flowing into the region, noting that the establishment of the country's first semiconductor unit and an AI data center in Nava Raipur is creating new avenues of employment for the youth of Bastar and the entire state. "Bastar is now poised to become a hub for 'Make in India' - a place where innovation, industry and opportunity converge," he said. Referring to the issue of Naxalism, the chief minister reaffirmed the government's resolve to make Chhattisgarh completely Naxal-free by March 2026. He noted that comprehensive rehabilitation, skill training and self-employment programs are being rolled out for surrendered Naxals. Sai said the tribal communities in Bastar are now gaining access to markets, training and entrepreneurship opportunities, with local products driving new avenues for livelihood. Bastar's Dhudmaras village has earned international recognition, being named one of the "Best Tourism Villages" by the United Nations, he added.
