Tag: Chhattisgarh

Railway works in Rajnandgaon have gained momentum following Dr. Raman Singh’s initiative, with Gaurinagar underpass water drainage targeted within 24 hours and Bakal service-lane work set to begin soon.

Governor Ramen Deka inaugurated the 32nd All India Conference of State Election Commissioners in Nava Raipur. The conference focuses on strengthening local democracy, electoral transparency, technology and election management.

The Chhattisgarh Government reviewed the progress of the Sugghar Chhattisgarh Campaign, focusing on 100% implementation of welfare schemes and ensuring benefits reach every eligible rural family.

Rajnandgaon MP Santosh Pandey met Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari to discuss road infrastructure projects in the parliamentary constituency. During the meeting, he sought financial support for the widening of the Khairagarh–Kawardha road and proposed a four-lane highway from Dhawaipani to Simga, while expressing gratitude for ongoing road projects sanctioned under the Central Road and Infrastructure Fund (CRIF).

The Congress, led by Dongargarh MLA Harshita Baghel, staged a road blockade in Thelkadih of Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district on Thursday, demanding approval for a separate college building. The protest was called off after administrative officials assured the demonstrators that the matter would be taken up with the government.

As part of the second phase of the Gau Samman Ahwan Abhiyan, more than three lakh signatures collected in Rajnandgaon were submitted through the District Magistrate to the President of India, the Prime Minister, the Governor and the Chief Minister. Across the country, the campaign submitted memorandums supported by over 15 crore signatures, reiterating more than 30 demands related to cow protection and welfare.

Pankaj Bandhaw, State President of the Akhil Bharat Anusuchit Jati Parishad, has demanded government jobs for one family member of each Chhattisgarh migrant worker killed in the Kulgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. He also called for stronger security measures for migrant workers and strict action against those responsible for the attack.

Rajnandgaon district has secured a leading position in grievance redressal under the CM Helpline, Collector Jitendra Yadav said while reviewing the weekly progress of government schemes. He directed officials to expedite Agristack claims, ensure adequate availability of fertilisers and seeds for farmers, take strict action against dairy analog products, and accelerate implementation of health and welfare schemes.

Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai welcomed Commonwealth Games 2026 silver medallist Gyaneshwari Yadav in Raipur and congratulated her on bringing laurels to India and Chhattisgarh. The Rajnandgaon athlete is arriving in her hometown today, where a grand welcome and civic felicitation have been planned.

The Chhattisgarh State Seeds and Agricultural Development Corporation Limited has launched a special campaign in Rajnandgaon to encourage farmers to participate in the Kharif 2026 seed production programme. Registered farmers will receive higher procurement prices, additional incentive payments and timely disbursement, with registration open until August 15, 2026.

The Food Safety Department has imposed an immediate ban on the manufacture, storage, transport and sale of dairy analog products, including imitation paneer, cream and butter, in Rajnandgaon. The administration has directed traders to strictly comply with food safety regulations, while consumers have been advised to avoid purchasing products labelled as dairy analog or imitation.

Chief Justice of the Chhattisgarh High Court, Justice Ramesh Sinha, inspected the Rajnandgaon District Court, reviewed judicial infrastructure, and emphasized digitisation, paperless functioning, accountability, and citizen-centric justice delivery. He also interacted with judicial officers and planted a Maulshree sapling in the court premises.