Tag: Urban Development

Collector Jitendra Yadav chaired a comprehensive review meeting of ongoing infrastructure projects in Rajnandgaon district, directing construction agencies and contractors to ensure quality execution and complete roads, bridges, culverts, and building projects within stipulated timelines. He warned of strict action against negligence in road construction works and emphasized the importance of strengthening connectivity to accelerate development.

Chhattisgarh Urban Local Bodies Pensioners’ Association State President Dr. D.C. Jain has urged the Rajnandgaon Municipal Corporation Commissioner to protect and restore civic properties facing neglect and encroachment. He highlighted the deteriorating condition of the Women’s Market building and the Bhainsa Kotha park, calling for immediate corrective action.

BJP’s Municipal Council Chairperson candidate Kiran Verma launched an intensive public outreach campaign in several wards of Ghumka Nagar Panchayat, interacting with voters and addressing corner meetings. She emphasized that strong coordination between the BJP-led Central, State, and local governments would accelerate infrastructure development, irrigation facilities, employment opportunities, and public services in the region.

Allegations of corruption and irregularities have surfaced in Rajnandgaon’s municipal road construction projects, with former Congress leader Hemant Ostwal claiming that roads worth ₹10 crore remain incomplete even after 15 months. He has demanded strict intervention by the district administration.

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 government has implemented the Affordable Public Housing Rules 2025 to provide legally approved, low-cost housing while curbing illegal plotting and ensuring transparency in colony development across the state.

Rajnandgaon Mayor Madhusudan Yadav has directed municipal officials to ensure 100 percent revenue collection before the financial year ends. After discussions with major defaulters, traders agreed to deposit nearly ₹50 lakh in pending shop premium and rent dues.

Chhattisgarh Assembly Speaker Dr Raman Singh on Republic Day inaugurated a journalists’ residential complex built over 10 acres in Rajnandgaon, calling it a shining example of unity and collective effort within the media fraternity. The project, valued at ₹3.79 crore, will provide homes to 141 journalists, while additional water infrastructure works worth ₹49 lakh were also launched.

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.