Tag: Urban Development

Former corporator Hemant Ostwal has written to the Rajnandgaon Collector alleging serious irregularities and attempts to suppress illegal plotting cases near Ram Darbar Temple and other city areas, demanding a fair investigation and strict legal action.

With a clear vision and sustained efforts under the leadership of Assembly Speaker and former Chief Minister Dr. Raman Singh, Rajnandgaon is set to achieve a modern and efficient electricity distribution system by 2026, focusing on faster complaint resolution, new substations, and technical upgrades to ensure reliable power supply for citizens.

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.

Rajnandgaon district administration launched a major drive against illegal colonies, removing unauthorized plotting and encroachments over nearly 30 acres of government land using bulldozers.

Chairing the weekly time-limit meeting, Collector Jitendra Yadav directed officials to work with complete dedication for the development of Rajnandgaon district under various government schemes. He praised the effective action taken against illegal paddy transport and instructed officers to maintain the same momentum. The Collector reviewed ongoing urban development works, rural construction quality, progress under MGNREGA, PM Awas Yojana, Ayushman Card services, and initiatives to ensure economic self-reliance of vulnerable communities.

The State Urban Development Agency (SUDA) has approved ₹2.04 crore for the beautification of two ponds and a crematorium in Lalbahadur Nagar Nagar Panchayat. The sanction was issued after approval from Deputy Chief Minister and Urban Administration Minister Arun Sao.

Mayor Madhusudan Yadav extended heartfelt Diwali greetings to Rajnandgaon residents, urging them to celebrate with unity, cleanliness, and support for local artisans and swadeshi products. His appeal received a positive public response, boosting local economic activity and promoting cultural pride. City officials and council members also joined in extending festive wishes and encouraging eco-friendly, traditional celebrations.

Collector Jitendra Yadav inspected cleanliness arrangements in Rajnandgaon’s Mamta Nagar and Nawagaon wards, directing regular drain cleaning and immediate garbage removal. As part of the city’s pre-Diwali sanitation campaign, he urged residents to maintain waste segregation and civic responsibility.

Rajnandgaon Collector Jitendra Yadav conducted a morning inspection of key city areas, instructing officials to intensify cleanliness efforts ahead of Diwali. He urged citizens to join the Swachhata drive and emphasized daily monitoring to ensure a clean and healthy urban environment.

Development works exceeding ₹80 lakh have been initiated across three wards of Rajnandgaon under various government and public representatives’ funds. Mayor Madhusudan Yadav performed bhoomipujan for road construction, community building renovation, and drainage projects, emphasizing that ongoing development reflects the collective support of the MLA Dr. Raman Singh, MP Santosh Pandey, and the state government.

Under the ‘Mor Makan Mor Aas’ initiative, a component of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), long-term tenants in Rajnandgaon are now being offered their own permanent homes at affordable, government-determined rates. With 1,282 multi-storey houses fully constructed in areas like Lakhouli, Pendri, Mohara, and Rewadeeh, and another 648 units under various stages of construction, the Rajnandgaon Municipal Corporation is set to conduct a lottery on 15 May 2025 to allocate these homes.

Continuing his proactive approach to civic issues, Rajnandgaon Mayor Madhusudan Yadav visited Motipur, Ramnagar, and Khandelwal Colony early in the morning to assess water supply and sanitation concerns. He also inspected major public gardens for maintenance and development needs.