Former councillor Hemant Ostwal has demanded FIRs and a high-level probe into alleged administrative collusion in the Parrikala illegal plotting case, warning that demolition alone will not deter land mafia without strict legal action.
In a major crackdown on illegal paddy movement, the Rajnandgaon district administration seized 615 bags of paddy being transported unlawfully from Maharashtra into Chhattisgarh and initiated proceedings to confiscate the vehicles.
The Chhattisgarh government has announced that all issues related to registration and verification on the Integrated Farmer Portal will be resolved by January 7, 2026. Officials have been instructed to complete physical verification within the stipulated timeline to ensure eligible farmers receive scheme benefits without delay.
Acting on the directions of Collector Jitendra Yadav, district authorities have intensified action against illegal paddy trading by middlemen and agents. In two fresh cases, over 512 quintals of illegal paddy worth nearly ₹16 lakh were seized, taking the total seizure this season to more than ₹8.27 crore.
Under Collector Jitendra Yadav’s strict directives, joint teams of Revenue, Food, and Mandi Departments seized 215.60 quintals of illegal paddy on Saturday. With this, total seizures in the current season have touched 123 cases across the district.
Acting on the directives of Collector Jitendra Yadav, authorities in Rajnandgaon have ramped up enforcement against illegal paddy trade. With fresh seizures recorded on November 29, the district has now confiscated over 15,457 quintals of illegal paddy and eight vehicles since the start of the 2025–26 Kharif marketing season.
Rajnandgaon district intensified its crackdown on illegal paddy trade, seizing 207 quintals in a single day and pushing total seizures this season to 3,859 quintals valued at ₹1.19 crore. The administration warned middlemen of potential criminal action and deployed 24-hour teams at inter-state check-posts to curb unauthorized grain movement.
The Rajnandgaon administration has intensified its crackdown on illegal paddy sales, seizing 820 quintals worth ₹25.42 lakh in a latest raid. With total seizures now at 1,804 quintals and two vehicles, authorities have set up interstate check-posts and ordered strict action against traders storing paddy illegally.
In a symbolic and unprecedented gesture, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath personally filled out his Special Intensive Revision (SIR) form, becoming the first citizen to complete the process under the state’s massive land record correction drive. His move aims to inspire officials and residents alike to participate in the campaign, which seeks to eliminate decades-old errors in revenue documents and ensure rightful ownership for every landholder across the state.
Collector Jitendra Yadav conducted an unannounced inspection at Ghumka Tehsil Office, interacted with farmers, reviewed revenue case disposal, and instructed officials to ensure timely public services. A Help Desk will be set up to monitor grievances and support citizens.
As part of Chhattisgarh Rajat Mahotsav, Rajnandgaon district has launched a mass campaign for 100% issuance of income, caste, and residence certificates through village-level camps from August 20–30, with free facilities for students.
A revenue camp was organized at the Kumarda tehsil office to provide immediate redressal of public issues related to land records and certificates. Collector Dr. Sarveshwar Narendra Bhure conducted a surprise inspection of the camp, interacting with citizens and instructing revenue officials to dispose of applications promptly and sensitively. A total of 225 applications were received, of which 115 were resolved on the spot. Free distribution of farmer booklets also took place during the camp.