Inaugurates 63 development works worth ₹24.29 crore and performs Bhoomipujan for 54 projects worth ₹208.20 crore
Our resolve is to realise new development opportunities across the state, including the Surguja region: Chief Minister Shri Sai
Additional development works worth ₹2.70 crore announced for Premnagar Nagar Panchayat
₹1 crore announced for dome construction, ₹50 lakh for an indoor stadium and ₹1.20 crore for a two-kilometre BT road
Surajpur ranks first in Chhattisgarh and fourth nationally under the Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari Abhiyan; Chief Minister congratulates the district
2,212 water conservation and augmentation works worth ₹130.56 crore to be undertaken in the district
Chief Minister Shri Sai joins the programme virtually from his residence office in Raipur
Raipur, October 28, 2026/ Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai dedicated development projects worth over ₹232 crore to Surajpur district on Wednesday. Joining a programme held in Premnagar virtually from his residence office in Raipur, he inaugurated 63 completed development works worth ₹24.29 crore and performed Bhoomipujan for 54 projects worth ₹208.20 crore. He also announced additional development works worth ₹2.70 crore for Premnagar Nagar Panchayat.
Addressing the programme, Chief Minister Shri Sai said the state government is committed to unlocking new development opportunities across Chhattisgarh, including the Surguja and Bastar regions. Expanding basic infrastructure such as roads, education, healthcare and irrigation, while ensuring that welfare schemes reach the last person, remains a priority. The government’s resolve, he said, is to take the benefits of development to the remotest villages and ensure that every citizen has equal opportunities to progress.
The Chief Minister announced ₹1 crore for constructing a dome near Mangal Bhawan in Premnagar Nagar Panchayat, ₹50 lakh for an indoor stadium and ₹1.20 crore for constructing an approximately two-kilometre BT road connecting wards 10, 11 and 12 to the rest house. He assured residents that development in the Premnagar Assembly constituency would remain a priority and that projects would be taken up in line with local needs and demands raised by public representatives.
Calling it a moment of pride and happiness for Surajpur, Shri Sai said the inauguration of completed projects and Bhoomipujan for new works on such a large scale would give fresh momentum to the district’s development. The projects will improve civic amenities and create new opportunities in both rural and urban areas.
The Chief Minister regretted that he was unable to attend the programme in person due to adverse weather conditions. He said he was looking forward to meeting the people of Premnagar in person but could not do so because of the weather. He also appreciated the district administration for making the necessary arrangements for the programme.
Surajpur’s achievement under the Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari Abhiyan is an inspiration for the entire state
Chief Minister Shri Sai congratulated the people of Surajpur district, District Collector and the entire district administration team on the district’s notable achievement under the Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari Abhiyan. He said that Surajpur securing first place in the state and fourth place nationally under the campaign is a matter of great pride. He described the achievement as an excellent example of public participation, awareness and the dedicated efforts of the administration.
The Chief Minister said that, in view of changing rainfall patterns, declining groundwater levels and rising demand for drinking water, water conservation is one of the most pressing needs of the time. Rainwater harvesting and the protection of traditional water sources are a collective responsibility. He said that the efforts made by Surajpur district in this direction are also exemplary for other districts.
He said the state government is according special priority to water conservation and augmentation. In Surajpur district, 2,212 infrastructure development works related to water conservation and augmentation will be undertaken at a cost of approximately ₹130.56 crore. These works will promote rainwater harvesting, help improve groundwater levels and increase water availability in rural areas. He added that protecting natural resources alongside development works is also an important responsibility of the state government.
Government committed to farmers’ prosperity and expansion of irrigation facilities
Chief Minister Shri Sai said the government is continuously working to promote farmers’ welfare and economic prosperity under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. In Chhattisgarh, paddy is being procured from farmers at ₹3,100 per quintal, up to a maximum of 21 quintals per acre.
To make paddy procurement more convenient for farmers, the state has approved 360 new paddy procurement centres. This will reduce the need for farmers to travel long distances to sell their produce and help minimise unnecessary waiting at procurement centres. He added that the difference amount payable to farmers for their paddy is also being disbursed in a single instalment.
The Chief Minister said expanding irrigation facilities is essential for agricultural prosperity. The government is working to ensure adequate water reaches farmers’ fields so they can achieve better yields. Projects worth more than ₹10,000 crore have been approved to expand irrigation facilities across the state. In addition, ₹2,800 crore has been sanctioned for the repair and renovation of around 1,500 old irrigation schemes. These works will improve canals, dam gates and other irrigation infrastructure, helping farmers gain better access to irrigation facilities.
The happiness on the faces of women reflects the success of our schemes: Chief Minister Shri Sai
Chief Minister Shri Sai said the economic empowerment of women is an important commitment of the state government. Under the Mahtari Vandan Yojana, eligible women receive financial assistance every month directly into their bank accounts. During his visits to different parts of the state, meeting women who benefit from the scheme and seeing the happiness and growing confidence on their faces gives him immense satisfaction. The positive changes in women’s lives, he said, reflect the true impact of the scheme.
Positive changes in the lives of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups
The Chief Minister said the state government works for the welfare of all sections of society, guided by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas and Sabka Prayas.’ Under the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN), around 32,000 houses have been sanctioned in Chhattisgarh to improve the living conditions of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). Communities such as the Pahadi Korwa, Birhor, Kamar, Baiga and Abujhmaria are being provided with pucca houses and connected with other essential infrastructure.
Shri Sai added that the state government is also making sustained efforts to increase the incomes of families living in forest regions. The remuneration for tendu leaf collection has been increased from ₹4,000 to ₹5,500 per standard bag, providing financial benefits to lakhs of forest-dwelling families. The government continues to work towards ensuring that the state’s natural and forest resources provide a stronger foundation for local livelihoods and prosperity.
A new atmosphere of peace, trust and development in Bastar
Chief Minister Shri Sai said Chhattisgarh has achieved historic success in its fight against Naxalism. Coordinated efforts by the Central and state governments have created a new atmosphere of peace, trust and development in Bastar. Areas where development was once hindered by Naxalism are now witnessing new opportunities through improved road connectivity, electricity, drinking water, housing and livelihood initiatives, he said.
The Chief Minister also highlighted the immense tourism potential of forest regions such as Bastar and Surguja. The state government is working to bring greater recognition to their natural beauty, cultural heritage and tourist destinations. The expansion of tourism will create new employment and self-employment opportunities for local youth and strengthen the rural economy.
Good governance aims to ensure that citizens can access government services from home
Chief Minister Shri Sai said the true purpose of good governance is to ensure that ordinary citizens do not have to make repeated visits to government offices to resolve even minor problems. With this objective, the CM Helpline has been launched to enable citizens to register their complaints and grievances. The government is working to ensure that every complaint is resolved effectively within a stipulated timeframe.
Through the Sewa Setu platform, various government services are being made available online. Citizens can apply through their mobile phones and access certificates and other essential services from the comfort of their homes. Atal Digital Seva Kendras in gram panchayats are also providing banking facilities alongside government services. This helps rural residents avoid repeated visits to banks and government offices for routine tasks, the Chief Minister said.
Taking steps towards building a developed Chhattisgarh in line with Anjor Vision 2047
Chief Minister Shri Sai said Chhattisgarh is endowed with abundant natural resources, rich forest wealth and hardworking people, giving the state immense potential for development. The state government has prepared Anjor Vision 2047 to guide Chhattisgarh’s transformation into a developed state by 2047, and work is progressing in mission mode in line with this vision.
The goal, he said, is to build a Chhattisgarh where every citizen has access to better education, healthcare and employment, along with equal opportunities for progress. He called upon the people of the state to actively participate in building a prosperous and developed Chhattisgarh.
Development works gaining fresh momentum across the Surguja division under the Chief Minister’s leadership: Agriculture Minister Shri Ramvichar Netam
Addressing the programme, Agriculture Minister Shri Ramvichar Netam said Premnagar is a region known for the warmth and affection of its people, true to its name. Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai and other leaders had wished to visit the area and meet residents in person, but adverse weather conditions made it impossible for them to reach the venue. He expressed regret over their inability to attend the programme in person and appreciated the district administration for its arrangements.
Shri Netam said development works across Chhattisgarh, particularly in the Assembly constituencies of the Surguja division, are gaining fresh momentum under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai. The state government is working systematically to expand infrastructure and ensure that welfare schemes reach those who need them most. With the end of the rainy season, construction works already approved will gather pace, and further development projects will begin taking shape on the ground in Surajpur and across the Surguja division in the coming months.
He said Surajpur is rich in natural beauty and resources and has considerable potential for development. He urged the district administration and public representatives to identify priorities according to the needs of each gram panchayat and approve suitable development works. Initiating one or two essential projects in every panchayat, he said, will help address local problems and ensure that the benefits of development reach the last village.
State government’s schemes empowering women and making them self-reliant: Minister Smt. Laxmi Rajwade
Women and Child Development Minister Smt. Laxmi Rajwade said development and public welfare initiatives are progressing rapidly across the state under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai. Government schemes are bringing positive changes to the lives of women, farmers, poor families and other people in need. The Mahtari Vandan Yojana is providing women with financial support and encouraging them to move towards greater economic independence.
Smt. Rajwade added that the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana is helping poor families realise their dream of owning pucca houses. The expansion of roads, bridges, culverts and other basic infrastructure is also making everyday life easier for citizens. The state government’s objective is not limited to providing financial assistance; it also aims to make people more aware, self-reliant and empowered. Strengthening the economic position of women and all sections of society will pave the way for the state’s overall prosperity, she said. The minister congratulated the people of Surajpur on the announcement of development projects for the district.
Surguja Development Authority Vice-Chairperson and MLA Smt. Gomati Sai and Shri Bharat Singh Sisodia joined the programme virtually from the Chief Minister’s residence office in Raipur. At the venue in Premnagar, MLA Shri Bhulan Singh Maravi, MLA Smt. Shakuntala Porte, Zila Panchayat President Smt. Chandramani Paikra, other public representatives and a large number of local residents were present.
