The Rajnandgaon unit of the Chhattisgarh Chamber of Commerce and Industries organized a district-level traders’ convention at Raj Imperial Hotel in Pendri on Thursday. The event witnessed the participation of a large number of traders from across the district, with key discussions focusing on GST-related issues, the impact of online shopping, and strengthening local businesses.
The Chhattisgarh Assembly has passed the Housing Board (Amendment) Bill 2026, renaming and expanding the board’s role to boost urban infrastructure and affordable housing across the state.
The Chhattisgarh Assembly has approved grant demands worth over ₹11,470 crore for departments headed by Finance Minister OP Choudhary for the 2026–27 financial year. The budget focuses on fiscal discipline, housing expansion, GST reforms, environmental monitoring and simplified property registration to boost economic growth.
BJP leader Bhavesh Baid has praised the state budget as a commitment to prosperity, highlighting industrial investment, women empowerment schemes, and major development provisions for Rajnandgaon district.
Senior Khubchand Parakh of the Bharatiya Janata Party has praised the 2026–27 Budget presented by Finance Minister O. P. Choudhary, calling it a growth-oriented and inclusive roadmap aligned with Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai’s vision for a developed Chhattisgarh. Highlighting irrigation expansion, new medical colleges, sports infrastructure, and industrial incentives, he also credited former Chief Minister Raman Singh for foundational development in Rajnandgaon that will support future investment and employment.
BJP councillor Alok Shroti has termed the Chhattisgarh Budget 2026–27 a youth-centric financial plan, highlighting major allocations for universities, skill institutions, infrastructure development, and student support schemes aimed at strengthening education and employment opportunities.
Often called Chhattisgarh’s Shimla, Mainpat is poised for a major tourism transformation as the state government allots 4.80 hectares of land to the Chhattisgarh Housing Board for a fully equipped residential and tourism complex. The project aims to enhance visitor facilities, promote wellness tourism, and strengthen the local economy.