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BJP has appointed Chhattisgarh Tourism Board Chairman Neelu Sharma to a key organizational post for the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025, recognizing his experience and track record in past state polls across India.

A drunken argument over a beedi turned fatal in Raipur’s Pandri area when 35-year-old Sanjay Verma was beaten to death by three acquaintances. The accused, arrested within hours through CCTV evidence, allegedly attacked Verma with sticks after he refused to share a beedi during a late-night drinking session. Police have registered a case of murder and seized incriminating evidence, while residents demand stronger action against alcohol-fueled violence.

Senior IAS officer Vikas Sheel was sworn in as Chhattisgarh’s 13th Chief Secretary, signaling a major administrative shift under the BJP government. Known for his expertise in finance and planning, Sheel outlined priorities including digital governance, sustainable mining in Bastar, and skill training for 1 lakh tribal youths. CM Vishnu Deo Sai hailed his appointment as a milestone for “double-engine governance,” while the opposition demanded transparency in implementing investment pledges worth ₹7 lakh crore.

On the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 75th birthday, Raipur hosted the Seva Pakhwada campaign and a grand “Viksit Bharat” photo exhibition. Chhattisgarh Assembly Speaker Dr. Raman Singh inaugurated the exhibition, describing Modi’s journey of struggle, service, and nation-building as deeply inspirational. The event not only paid tribute to the Prime Minister’s legacy but also called upon citizens to actively participate in service and development initiatives for a stronger India.

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai has launched the Azim Premji Scholarship Scheme, a landmark initiative to support girl students from government schools in pursuing undergraduate and diploma courses across India. The scheme offers free online applications and QR code access, ensuring easy participation for students in both urban and rural areas. Aimed at empowering meritorious girls from marginalized backgrounds, the initiative reflects the state government’s commitment to inclusive education and gender equality, with thousands expected to benefit in the 2025–26 academic session.

In a grand send-off ceremony, 850 devotees from Raipur district embarked on a sacred journey to Ayodhya Dham and Kashi Vishwanath under the Chhattisgarh Tourism Board’s flagship “Ram Lalla Darshan Ayodhya Dham Yojana,” designed to connect citizens with India’s rich spiritual heritage.

Chhattisgarh marked a major milestone in regional connectivity with the launch of a new train service linking Raipur and Jabalpur. Welcomed by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai as a "gift to the people," the initiative is expected to boost trade, tourism, and ease travel across Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh. Equipped with modern facilities, the service reflects the state and central government’s joint commitment to strengthening India’s rail infrastructure.

Chhattisgarh's MARKFED has initiated the e-auction process for the disposal of surplus paddy procured during the Kharif marketing season 2024–25. Through an online platform, bidders are being offered price matching opportunities from May 5–9, ensuring transparent and efficient clearance of remaining stock after central and state pool utilization.

Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma has assured that Pakistani Hindus residing in the state will not be deported despite central directives following the Pahalgam terror attack. Citing provisions under the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), Sharma emphasized that eligible Hindu minorities can stay and apply for Indian citizenship, offering a humanitarian exception amidst nationwide visa cancellations.

Published on: March 25, 2025By: Location: Raipur, India The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, attended and addressed the silver...

NIT Raipur’s UBA Club organizes a health camp in Nardaha village, providing free medical check-ups, medicines, and supplements to hundreds of villagers.