Tag: Chhattisgarh Politics

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.

BJP Mahila Morcha leaders in Rajnandgaon welcomed the appointment of Purnima Sahu as Chairperson of Rajgami Sampada Trust, calling it a historic step toward strengthening women leadership and political participation in Chhattisgarh.

Allegations of corruption and irregularities have surfaced in Rajnandgaon’s municipal road construction projects, with former Congress leader Hemant Ostwal claiming that roads worth ₹10 crore remain incomplete even after 15 months. He has demanded strict intervention by the district administration.

BJP’s Foundation Day was celebrated with enthusiasm in Rajnandgaon with flag hoisting, tributes to party stalwarts, and reaffirmation of commitment to nationalism and governance. The party also launched the ‘Gaon-Basti Chalo Abhiyan’ to strengthen grassroots outreach and public engagement.

BJP Trade Cell leaders met former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister and Assembly Speaker Dr. Raman Singh in Rajnandgaon, enquired about his health, sought his blessings, and discussed issues related to traders and organizational strengthening.