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Bastar Pandum 2026 has become a historic celebration of tribal heritage with over 54,000 participants registered across the Bastar division. Showcasing 12 traditional cultural disciplines, indigenous arts, music, dance, cuisine and crafts, the festival highlights Bastar’s rich tribal identity while empowering local artists and youth. Scheduled from February 7 to 9, the mega event is set to take Chhattisgarh’s cultural legacy to the global stage.

What began with a discarded piece of paper in an office dustbin has today become a symbol of determination, entrepreneurship and women empowerment. Anjana Uraon of Tolga village in Baikunthpur block, Koriya district, has scripted an extraordinary success story by establishing a fly ash brick manufacturing unit under the Prime Minister’s self-employment scheme. Battling financial constraints, social scepticism and repeated loan rejections, Anjana’s unwavering resolve—supported by her husband—has turned her modest life into a thriving enterprise, proving that opportunities often emerge from the most unexpected places.

Reacting to the Union Budget 2026–27, a retired ITBP Commandant and Indian Navy veteran has termed the budget strategically sound and security-conscious, noting that while Chhattisgarh received no direct allocation, enhanced capital expenditure, defence modernisation, and social sector spending offer significant indirect opportunities—provided the state proactively aligns local priorities with central schemes.

Balodabazar–Bhatapara district has emerged as the top performer in Chhattisgarh under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Gramin) for 2025–26. With more than 26,800 houses sanctioned and over 20,000 constructions already underway, the district has set a new benchmark in rural housing delivery, supported by strong administrative leadership and enthusiastic community participation.

Strict action warned against delays; officials directed to maintain construction standards across all sites Published on: January 29, 2026By: BTNILocation:...

Chhattisgarh Assembly Speaker Dr Raman Singh on Republic Day inaugurated a journalists’ residential complex built over 10 acres in Rajnandgaon, calling it a shining example of unity and collective effort within the media fraternity. The project, valued at ₹3.79 crore, will provide homes to 141 journalists, while additional water infrastructure works worth ₹49 lakh were also launched.

Union Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan visited the Maa Bamleshwari Temple in Dongargarh and offered prayers for the peace, prosperity, and happiness of citizens across the country and Chhattisgarh. Several public representatives and senior officials accompanied him during the religious visit.

Under the guidance of Collector Jitendra Yadav, the Social Welfare Department Rajnandgaon, in collaboration with ALIMCO, organised life-support device assessment and identification camps across all development blocks. The main camp held at Gandhi Sabha Grih assessed hundreds of senior citizens for assistive equipment aimed at improving mobility, comfort, and quality of life.

Rajnandgaon Police celebrated the 77th Republic Day at the Superintendent of Police Office, where SP Ankita Sharma hoisted the tricolour and conveyed greetings to officers and staff. Similar flag-hoisting ceremonies were held across all police stations and outposts in the district, marking the national festival with pride and unity.

The fourth day of the Rajnandgaon Swadeshi Mela saw a huge public turnout as speakers highlighted the importance of adopting indigenous products to strengthen the economy and foster patriotism. Khoobchand Parakh and other dignitaries emphasised India’s growing self-reliance under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the expansion of small and cottage industries.

Rajnandgaon celebrated the 77th Republic Day with grandeur at Digvijay Stadium as Assembly Speaker Dr Raman Singh hoisted the national flag and honoured 78 police personnel for exemplary service. The event featured parades, cultural performances, and cyber and traffic awareness rallies, spreading messages of patriotism, public safety, and responsible citizenship across the district.

Dr. Nidhisha Shrivastava of Rajnandgaon has created history by being included in the Surguja District Administration’s Honour List for Republic Day. A second-year postgraduate student in Surgery at RSDKS Government Medical College, Ambikapur, she becomes the first PG doctor from the institution to receive this recognition, earning praise for her dedication to patient care, emergency services, and compassionate medical work.