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Registration Deadline for Sale of Gram, Lentil and Mustard Extended Till April 20 Under PM-AASHA Scheme

Chhattishgarh PR Department Purushottam Tiwari - April 15, 2026

Rajnandgaon district administration has fixed April 20 as the last date for farmer registration under the PM-AASHA scheme for sale of gram, lentil and mustard at MSP, urging farmers to complete formalities quickly to secure better returns.

“Chhattisgarh Launches Major Input Subsidy Scheme to Boost Kharif Crop Diversification”

Agriculture Purushottam Tiwari - July 10, 2025

Chhattisgarh’s new Krishak Unnati Yojana will offer direct input assistance of ₹10,000–₹11,000 per acre to farmers growing alternative Kharif crops such as pulses, oilseeds, maize, and millets. The initiative, aimed at boosting crop diversification and reducing dependency on paddy, is set to begin in Kharif 2025 through DBT-linked payments via the Integrated Farmer Portal.

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Collector Directs Survey to Assess Crop Damage Caused by Cyclone Arnab in Rajnandgaon

Rajnandgaon Collector Jitendra Yadav has directed the Agriculture, Horticulture and Revenue Departments to conduct an immediate survey of crop damage caused by rainfall and adverse weather associated with Cyclone Arnab. Officials have been asked to submit reports promptly for further action by the state government.

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel: The Enduring Legacy of the Architect of National Unity

National Unity Day 2026 honours Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's historic contribution to integrating more than 560 princely states and laying the foundation of modern India. His leadership, role in strengthening the IAS and IPS, and enduring message of unity continue to inspire national development.

New 33/11 kV Substation Energised at Vicharpur Nawagaon, 4,250 Consumers Across 31 Villages to Benefit

A new 33/11 kV power substation at Vicharpur Nawagaon in Rajnandgaon district has been energised under the Chief Minister's Electricity Infrastructure Development Scheme. Built at a cost of ₹3.28 crore, it is expected to improve electricity supply for 4,250 consumers across 31 villages.

Purnima Sahu Inspects Under-Construction Food Processing Unit at Somni

Rajgami Sampada Trust Chairperson Purnima Sahu inspected the proposed Food Processing Unit at Somni, planned on approximately 32 acres of Trust land, and reviewed construction progress, facilities and future arrangements.

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