The Chhattisgarh government will transfer nearly ₹500 crore to around 5 lakh landless agricultural labour families under a key welfare scheme, aiming to boost rural income and economic security.
The Managing Director of CSPDCL inspected on-ground camps under the state’s electricity bill settlement scheme in Rajnandgaon, directing officials to ensure wider coverage, transparency, and consumer-friendly processes.
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’s Mukhyamantri Bijli Bill Bhugtan Samadhan Yojana will provide ₹758 crore relief to over 29 lakh electricity consumers affected during the COVID-19 pandemic by offering concessions on pending power bills.
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai has launched the Electricity Bill Payment Settlement Scheme 2026, offering up to 75% rebate on principal dues and 100% surcharge waiver for eligible consumers. More than 2.08 lakh electricity consumers across four districts will benefit from the initiative.
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Dr Raman Singh has secured ₹10.38 crore under the Infrastructure and Environment Cess Fund for development works in Rajnandgaon constituency for FY 2025–26. The approved projects include CC roads, community halls, sanitation facilities, high-mast lights and public infrastructure across dozens of villages.
Jashwant Sahu of Mokhla village receives ₹1.92 lakh under the Krishak Unnati Yojana, says timely DBT credit has strengthened his farming plans and doubled Holi celebrations.
Hemant Verma, a farmer from Murmunda village in Rajnandgaon, receives ₹39,181 under the Krishak Unnati Yojana and says the assistance will help him build a new house and improve farming operations.
Rajnandgaon Mayor Madhusudan Yadav reviews arrangements at Kabirmath Dham, Nadia, ahead of Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai’s participation in the All India Kabir Saint Conference and Phalgun Mahotsav.
BJP leader Bhavesh Baid has praised the state budget as a commitment to prosperity, highlighting industrial investment, women empowerment schemes, and major development provisions for Rajnandgaon district.
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.