Tag: Rural Development

NABARD organized a one-day awareness conference in Mohla where bank branch managers and field officers discussed key rural development initiatives, financial inclusion strategies, and collaborative efforts to strengthen government-sponsored schemes.

Under the Jal Jeevan Mission, every household in Kanhardabri village of Rajnandgaon district now has access to clean tap water, improving health, sanitation, and women’s livelihoods.

A hotel-owner family from Gathula village in Rajnandgaon district has become a local inspiration after installing rooftop solar units under the PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme, achieving zero power bills and promoting renewable energy adoption.

Jal Arpan Diwas was organized in Baghmar village of Rajnandgaon district to promote water conservation and community ownership of rural water supply systems, with officials encouraging rainwater harvesting and sustainable usage.

CEO Zila Panchayat Suruchi Singh reviewed the progress of PMAY-G, MGNREGA and Swachh Bharat Mission works in Rajnandgaon through a video conference, directing officials to ensure timely completion, weekly field monitoring and 100 percent geo-tagging of assets.

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.

A newly constructed ₹11.20 lakh Anganwadi building in Pangrikhurd village of Chhuriya block has enhanced child education, nutrition and maternal healthcare services, emerging as a key centre for community development.

Criticising the Union Budget 2026, Chhattisgarh Pradesh Congress Committee General Secretary and Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha In-charge Shahid Bhai has termed the Centre’s “Viksit Bharat 2047” narrative hollow, stating that when even previous budget allocations remain unspent, long-term promises hold little value. He alleged sharp cuts in key social sectors and called the budget a complete failure in addressing economic challenges faced by common citizens.

Balodabazar–Bhatapara district has emerged as the top performer in Chhattisgarh under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Gramin) for 2025–26. With more than 26,800 houses sanctioned and over 20,000 constructions already underway, the district has set a new benchmark in rural housing delivery, supported by strong administrative leadership and enthusiastic community participation.

Rajnandgaon farmer Deval Sahu expressed happiness after selling 133 quintals of paddy at the Kanharpuri procurement centre through the final online token, saying the transparent state procurement system has strengthened farmers’ incomes and enabled him to plan construction of a new house.

District Panchayat CEO Suruchi Singh reviewed the progress of major rural development schemes, directing officials to ensure timely completion of PMAY-G houses, expand solar power benefits, and strengthen water conservation and digital services.

Employment and Housing Day was organised on a large scale across all gram panchayats of Rajnandgaon Janpad Panchayat to spread awareness about MGNREGA, PMAY-G and rural livelihood schemes.