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India Gazette
07-06-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Discussed about Bodhghat, river interlinking project": Chhattisgarh CM Sai after meeting PM Modi
Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 7 (ANI): Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai said on Saturday that he discussed the Bodhghat and river interlinking projects with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to New Delhi. Explaining the benefits of the two major infrastructure initiatives, CM Sai said the projects will not only boost irrigation in the state but also contribute to electricity generation and fish production. 'I met PM Modi and told him about the Chhattisgarh changing landscapes. We discussed two things with him (PM Narendra Modi) -- the Bodhghat project, and the river interlink project. With the construction of the Bodhghat project, approximately 4 lakh hectares will be irrigated, and through river interlinking, 3 lakh hectares will be irrigated. Thus, a total of 7 lakh hectares will be irrigated. With the construction of the Bodhghat project, 125 megawatts of electricity will be generated, and 4000 tonnes of fish will also be produced. I discussed these things with PM Modi,' the Chief Minister told reporters here. On Friday, Chief Minister Sai met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. During the meeting, he presented the changing face of Bastar, highlighting peace and development initiatives, and also briefed the Prime Minister about the recently held Su-Shasan Tihar (Good Governance Festival) in Chhattisgarh. Sharing about their meeting, CM Sai in a social media post on X, wrote, 'The leadership of the successful Prime Minister Narendra Modi is a symbol of the strength and self-reliance of the new India. Our country is fortunate that its reins are in the hands of a visionary leader like Modi Ji, who has brought glory to Mother India on the global stage many times. During your tenure, the country has witnessed unprecedented change and progress in every field.' The Chief Minister also congratulated Prime Minister Modi on the completion of 11 years of the BJP-led Central government. 'During my stay in Delhi today, I had a cordial meeting with the successful Prime Minister Narendra Modi and congratulated him on the completion of 11 successful years of the Central Government. During the meeting, the Prime Minister was informed that our government in Chhattisgarh is fulfilling every guarantee given by him with full sincerity, the positive results of which are clearly visible on the ground in accordance with the wishes of the Prime Minister,' the post reads. CM Sai also briefed PM Modi about action against Naxalism. He wrote, 'I informed the Prime Minister about the ongoing action against Naxalism, the strategy and the success being achieved by our security forces. I informed him that peace and security are being established in Bastar and new doors of development are opening. Prime Minister appreciated the development work being done in Chhattisgarh and provided guidance, his presence provides a new energy to realise the resolve of developed Chhattisgarh and developed India.' (ANI)
India Gazette
07-06-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Bastar is now known for digital transformation, not fear: Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai
New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Friday. During the meeting, he presented the changing face of Bastar, highlighting peace and development initiatives, and also briefed the Prime Minister about the recently held Su-Shasan Tihar (Good Governance Festival) in Chhattisgarh. During his visit to Delhi, the Chief Minister also called on Union Home Minister Amit Shah at his residence, where they discussed key issues, including state development and anti-Naxal operations. The Chief Minister stated that Bastar, once known for guns and landmines, is now witnessing the rise of mobile towers -- not just as tools of communication, but as symbols of progress and trust. He informed that in the past one and a half years, the state government has established 64 new forward security camps in the region. These camps have not only enhanced the sense of safety in nearby villages but have also brought mobile network connectivity to previously remote areas. A total of 671 mobile towers have been activated so far, with 365 of them providing 4G services. This marks the beginning of a digital revolution in tribal regions. 'Today, these mobile towers signify more than just connectivity,' the Chief Minister said. 'They represent a future where children and youth in Bastar are now part of the digital world. Where earlier they had to travel to cities to prepare for exams or access education, now the same opportunities are available in their own villages through online platforms. Young people in Bastar are shaping their own futures using smartphones,' he said. He also highlighted that villages around these security camps are now receiving basic amenities like electricity, drinking water, healthcare, and education. Under the Niyad Nellanar scheme, 18 community services and 25 government welfare schemes are being implemented simultaneously in 146 identified villages. The Chief Minister briefed the Prime Minister on the success of Su-Shasan Tihar, during which hundreds of grievance redressal camps were organised. From MPs to MLAs, public representatives directly visited villages to address people's concerns. At these camps, citizens received services such as ration cards, Aadhaar updates, pensions, health check-ups, school admissions, Ayushman cards, PM Awas, and Ujjwala gas connections -- all under one roof. CM Sai also presented a detailed account of Chhattisgarh's initiatives and innovations in the field of water conservation. He emphasised that the state is working in mission mode to tackle water scarcity, combining community participation with technological interventions at every level. The Chief Minister informed the Prime Minister that due to changing climate patterns, the number of rainy days in Chhattisgarh has reduced from around 100 to just 65 annually. In response, the state has launched a unique initiative titled 'Water Conservation Initiative - Chhattisgarh's Model for a Secure Future'. As part of this model, innovative water-saving methods are being adopted in villages. Where rainwater earlier flowed away, efforts are now being made to capture and store it. Technologies like GIS mapping and the Jaldoot mobile app are being used to identify critical areas in need of water infrastructure. Most significantly, women are playing a central role in this campaign. Women's groups are actively involved in cleaning and deepening ponds, reviving traditional water bodies, and promoting water stewardship in their communities. This collective effort is helping ensure clean and sufficient water in rural areas. Chief Minister Sai also informed the Prime Minister about the Nalanda Campus -- India's first 24x7 hybrid public library. Built at a cost of Rs 18 crore, the campus includes an e-library, youth tower, health zone, and solar-powered infrastructure. Over 11,000 students have benefited so far, with more than 300 successfully clearing UPSC and CGPSC exams. He also shared details about the Prayas model, which provides free coaching to underprivileged and tribal students for national-level exams such as IIT-JEE, NEET, and CLAT. So far, 1,508 students from this initiative have secured admission in prestigious institutions across India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi appreciated the Chief Minister's efforts and assured full support from the Central Government for Chhattisgarh's development journey. (ANI)
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
We Will Illuminate Every Corner of Bastar with Development, says CM Vishnu Deo Sai
RAIPUR: Vishnu Deo Sai declared that ' no corner of Bastar will be left behind on the path of development' as he addressed a massive public gathering during a Samadhan Shivir held at Tongpal village in Sukma district. As part of the concluding phase of the Su-Shasan Tihar (Good Governance Festival), the CM laid out the state government's achievements and inaugurated development projects worth Rs 16 crore, and also announced new works worth over Rs 500 crore for the region. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Among the most notable announcements was Rs 230 crore road project connecting Sukma to Dantewada , a strategic infrastructure boost to the tribal heartland once deeply affected by Naxalism. 'We've worked with honesty and transparency, and that's why we are sharing our governance report card directly with the public,' said CM Sai. During the event, PM Awas Yojana beneficiaries received house keys and first installment checks, realizing their dream of owning a permanent home, a new 'Pratigya Hakkum Mail' bus service was flagged off for the Kistaram-Konta route, providing better transport to remote regions. The CM personally interacted with residents and reviewed the real-time status of key welfare schemes. He emphasized that the fight against Maoism is nearing its end, with schools ringing with bells instead of bullets in once-sensitive Sukma. As Su-Shasan Tihar concludes, the Chief Minister's visit reaffirmed that Bastar is no longer defined by conflict, but by progress
