Tag: Chhattisgarh Politics

Rahul Gandhi’s remarks on the Manusmriti at a Pune event have triggered a political controversy, with Rajnandgaon BJP MP Santosh Pandey strongly criticising the Congress leader and defending the role of women in India’s political and constitutional history.

BJP Rajnandgaon district president Komal Singh Rajput criticised Congress over its reported decision to restrict Vande Mataram to its first two stanzas at party platforms, accusing the party of placing its CWC decision above the law. In a separate statement, Rajput welcomed Chhattisgarh Cabinet approval of the ₹500-crore State AI Mission, which will be implemented over five years and includes 100 AI data labs, five Centres of Excellence, support for 300+ AI startups and specialised AI training for 6 lakh students and 1.5 lakh government employees.

Deepak Maske’s journey from Chhattisgarh’s early BJP digital campaigns to a larger organisational role highlights the growing importance of technology, social media and digital communication in modern Indian politics. With more than a decade of experience in political communication, Maske’s rise reflects both his expertise and the expanding influence of Chhattisgarh’s digital leadership within the BJP.

The Chhattisgarh Pradesh Congress Committee has approved four key organisational appointments in the Rajnandgaon District Congress Committee on the recommendation of District President Vipin Yadav. The appointments aim to strengthen the party's media outreach and organisational activities.

Former Rajnandgaon councillor and ex-City Congress General Secretary Hemant Ostwal has sought a public clarification from Mayor Madhusudan Yadav on the status of the ₹10-crore road resurfacing project and the alleged unauthorised occupation of 180 PMAY houses in Lakholi, while also calling for greater transparency in municipal development works.

The Congress party staged a protest outside the Inspector General’s office in Rajnandgaon over the alleged mistreatment of a 14-year-old girl in the Somni police station area and the reported procurement of allegedly fake pregnancy test kits in the health department. The party demanded immediate action against those responsible and warned of a future gherao of Assembly Speaker Dr. Raman Singh’s office if their demands remain unaddressed.

BJP election co-incharge Moolchand Bhansali has expressed confidence in the party’s prospects in the Ghumka Nagar Panchayat elections, claiming that BJP president candidate Kiran Verma and party-backed councillor candidates are receiving strong support from voters across the newly formed urban body.

BJP’s Municipal Council Chairperson candidate Kiran Verma launched an intensive public outreach campaign in several wards of Ghumka Nagar Panchayat, interacting with voters and addressing corner meetings. She emphasized that strong coordination between the BJP-led Central, State, and local governments would accelerate infrastructure development, irrigation facilities, employment opportunities, and public services in the region.

Ghumka witnessed an unprecedented political showdown during its first-ever Nagar Panchayat election nomination process, as both BJP and Congress organized massive rallies resembling a Lok Sabha election campaign, showcasing strong public participation and leadership presence.

A BJP workers’ conference held in Ghumka Nagar Panchayat witnessed strong political messaging ahead of local elections, with party leaders highlighting women empowerment schemes, farmer welfare initiatives, and development works undertaken under BJP governments.

Congress leader Shahid Bhai has accused the state government of failing to maintain adequate healthcare services, alleging severe shortages of essential medicines in government hospitals and demanding immediate corrective action.

Former Congress leader Hemant Ostwal has alleged irregularities in land acquisition under the Bharatmala project in Rajnandgaon district and demanded that authorities publicly release the inquiry report to ensure transparency and accountability.