Tag: Infrastructure Development

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).

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Rajasthan on July 4, where he is expected to inaugurate the HPCL Rajasthan Refinery at Pachpadra, unveil Jodhpur Airport's new terminal building and lay the foundation stone for Jaipur Metro Phase-II, alongside several other development initiatives across the state.

The Good Governance Festival (Sushasan Tihar) concluded with widespread public participation and tangible outcomes across Rajnandgaon district. Through grievance redressal camps, welfare benefits, infrastructure announcements, and timely resolution of public issues, the initiative strengthened grassroots democracy and reinforced public confidence in governance and administration.

Collector Jitendra Yadav chaired a comprehensive review meeting of ongoing infrastructure projects in Rajnandgaon district, directing construction agencies and contractors to ensure quality execution and complete roads, bridges, culverts, and building projects within stipulated timelines. He warned of strict action against negligence in road construction works and emphasized the importance of strengthening connectivity to accelerate development.

With electricity reaching remote and previously inaccessible villages of Bastar, fear and isolation are gradually giving way to development and opportunity. Irpanar village in Narayanpur district has witnessed electricity for the first time, marking a historic transformation.

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.

Congress leader Vipin Yadav has criticised the state budget, alleging inadequate focus on farmers, youth employment, healthcare, and Rajnandgaon’s development, while warning about rising debt and fiscal concerns.

Jainam Baid welcomed the Chhattisgarh state budget presented under Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, calling it growth-oriented and governance-focused, with major allocations for infrastructure, water supply, education, and urban development aimed at accelerating long-term progress.

Rajnandgaon district has received approval of over ₹5.77 crore under the State Disaster Mitigation Fund for 2025–26, which will be used for embankments, culverts and stop dam projects to strengthen infrastructure and reduce flood risks.

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.

Rajnandgaon Collector Jitendra Yadav chaired a review meeting of construction agencies on Friday, directing officials to immediately commence approved projects and ensure quality completion within stipulated timelines, while warning contractors of strict action for delays.

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