Sports

Senior member Shashank Tiwari was unanimously elected Vice President of Jai Bhavani Vyayamshala during a key meeting held in Rajnandgaon. Office bearers and members congratulated him, while discussions were also held on forthcoming state and district-level bodybuilding competitions.

Once involved in armed conflict, surrendered Maoists in Chhattisgarh are now embracing a new beginning. Under the state government’s rehabilitation policy, 40 former cadres are being trained in livelihood-oriented skills at Chougel Camp, helping them return to the mainstream with dignity and self-reliance.

Rajnandgaon district has exceeded its seed production registration target under the Rabi 2025–26 Seed Production Programme, achieving coverage of 1,146 hectares against the prescribed target of 1,000 hectares. Officials said the milestone reflects strong farmer participation and focused efforts by the Agriculture Department to promote certified seed production, particularly in pulses and oilseeds.

School Education Minister Gajendra Yadav on Wednesday said Chhattisgarh has achieved its most significant development in the energy sector over the past 25 years, transforming citizens’ lives and accelerating agricultural and industrial growth. Speaking at the Silver Jubilee celebrations of Chhattisgarh’s statehood in Rajnandgaon, the minister highlighted major power infrastructure expansion and ongoing initiatives such as the PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme.