Mayor Madhusudan Yadav expresses gratitude to CM Vishnu Deo Sai, Urban Administration Minister Arun Sao, and Speaker Dr. Raman Singh for the welfare-oriented decision
Published on: October 10, 2025
By: BTNI
Location: Rajnandgaon, India
The Chhattisgarh government, under the Department of Urban Administration and Development, has announced an increase of ₹500 in the assistance amount provided through the Shraddhanjali Scheme for families living below the poverty line in urban areas.
Mayor Madhusudan Yadav expressed deep gratitude to Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, Deputy Chief Minister and Urban Administration and Development Minister Arun Sao, and Assembly Speaker Dr. Raman Singh for their sensitive decision aimed at supporting poor families during times of grief.
Under the Shraddhanjali Scheme, financial assistance of ₹2,000 was earlier provided to families for performing the last rites of deceased members belonging to economically weaker sections. The revised amount now stands at ₹2,500.
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Mayor Yadav stated that the increase in the scheme’s assistance demonstrates the government’s compassion and commitment to the welfare of the poor. “The death of a family member often brings not just emotional pain but financial hardship, especially for those living below the poverty line. The government has shown great sensitivity by enhancing this aid,” he said.
He further remarked that the Chhattisgarh government, led by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, is a truly sensitive and people-centric administration, consistently working to address the concerns and needs of its citizens. Mayor Yadav once again extended heartfelt thanks to the Chief Minister, Urban Administration Minister, and Assembly Speaker for their humane and welfare-oriented governance.
