- Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai had an inspiring conversation with the NEET qualified students of Prayas Residential School Message given to serve the society and nation by becoming a sensitive doctor Chief Minister Shri Sai answered the students’ questions in detail: expressed his views on education, health, sports, tourism, employment, good governance, de-addiction and the vision of a developed Chhattisgarh
Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai today held a cordial conversation with the successful students of Prayas Residential Schools who qualified for NEET-2026 at a special program organized at the Chief Minister’s residence office in the capital Raipur. Welcoming all the students to the Chief Minister’s residence, the Chief Minister wished them a bright future and said that it is a matter of pride for the entire Chhattisgarh that the students of the poor and tribal communities of Prayas Residential Schools operating in the state have achieved remarkable success in a difficult exam like NEET.Chief Minister Shri Sai stated that 17 Prayas residential schools are currently operating in the state. The objective of these schools is to provide quality education and better preparation for competitive examinations to talented children from remote, tribal, and economically disadvantaged families. He stated that the students’ success is equally a result of the blessings of their parents, the dedication of their teachers, and the students’ hard work. The Chief Minister extended his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the students, their parents, and their teachers.Chief Minister Shri Sai said that all of you are future doctors. Doctors are considered next to God in society. God gives us birth, and doctors save lives. He urged the students to become not only skilled physicians but also sensitive, practical, and friendly doctors. He said that treating patients well can itself heal many diseases. He urged the students to consider serving society, the state, and the country as their highest responsibility.The Chief Minister said that Chhattisgarh is progressing rapidly in every field, including education. Referring to his own challenging education journey, he said that today the government provides students with far more resources and opportunities than ever before. He informed that Nalanda campuses are being operated across the state for youth preparing for competitive examinations, and 34 new Nalanda campuses are under construction, where online and offline study materials will be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.The Chief Minister said that the number of seats at the Tribal Youth Hostel in Delhi has been increased from 50 to 200. Students there are provided free accommodation and food. He proudly stated that this year, 13 students from the Tribal Youth Hostel passed the preliminary examination of the Union Public Service Commission.Chief Minister Shri Sai said that at the time of the state’s formation, there was only one medical college in the state, whereas today there are 15 medical colleges operating, including private and government institutions. The state government is also establishing five new medical colleges, which will provide 250 additional MBBS seats.During the conversation, the Chief Minister also mentioned the nationwide “Drug-Free Youth, Developed India Sankalp Abhiyan” launched by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. He said that today millions of people across the country have taken a pledge to abstain from drugs. This campaign by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is a historic initiative towards building a healthy India. It will run for the next two years and a large number of youth, including My Bharat Volunteers, are participating in it.The Chief Minister told the students that if young people remain healthy, cultured, hardworking, and drug-free, it will be possible to build a healthy Chhattisgarh and a healthy India. He said that drug addiction affects both the body and mind, promotes crime, weakens family relationships, and puts the entire family in trouble. He urged the youth to stay away from drugs themselves and raise awareness about it in society.In response to a question from Nelsa, a student of Jagdalpur’s Prayas Residential School, the Chief Minister said that the government is continuously increasing educational resources. Prayas Residential Schools are an example of this. In addition, various scholarship schemes are being implemented. If children from working class families wish to study abroad, the state government bears their entire expenses. He informed that 34 Nalanda campuses are under construction in district headquarters and major cities for preparation for competitive examinations, where online and offline study material will be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. He said that the government is trying to ensure that lack of resources does not become an obstacle in the education of any talented student.Responding to a question from Yamini Paikra, a student of Ambikapur Prayas Vidyalaya, the Chief Minister stated that a new education policy has been implemented in the state, which includes employment-oriented courses. Smart classes are being introduced to bring government schools on par with private schools, schools are being renovated, and teachers are receiving regular training. He added that parent-teacher meetings are now being held in government schools, just like in private schools. On special occasions, officials and public representatives are organizing events like “Nyota Bhoj” (invitation feasts) to ensure children receive nutritious meals in addition to midday meals. Children are also being enrolled in private schools through the Jawahar Utkarsh Yojana (JUVAN) scheme. He expressed confidence that in the future, government schools will become even better than private schools.Dileshwari Sahu, a student from Jagdalpur, asked a question about youth participation in politics and administration. The Chief Minister said that no task in life is small or large. Becoming a doctor can also be a great service to society and the nation. He said that youth should choose any field of employment, agriculture, politics, public service, or business, according to their dreams, but loyalty to their duties and values should always be paramount. He said that politics is an effective medium of service and that through democracy, significant contributions can be made to the development of society. Service and duty complement each other.In response to a question from Surguja student Sameer Karketta, the Chief Minister stated that Chhattisgarh was affected by Naxalism for approximately four to five decades. Following the formation of the double-engine government, the state became Naxal-free on March 31, 2026, under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the determination of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the indomitable courage of the security forces, and the cooperation of the local people. He stated that immense tourism potential is now emerging in Bastar and Surguja. The vast forest area of Abujhmad, along with natural tourist destinations like Chitrakoot, Tirathgarh, and Ranidah, can attract tourists from around the world. He noted that Dhudmaras in Bastar has been ranked among the top 20 tourist destinations in 60 countries by the United Nations. The tourism sector has been given special priority in the new Industrial Policy 2024-30, and through the Homestay Scheme, loans and grants are being provided to tribal families for the construction of five-room houses. He informed that the Bhoramdev Temple has been included in the Government of India’s Prasad Scheme, for which ₹168 crore has been approved. The Danteshwari, Bamleshwari, Chandrahasini, Mahamaya, and Bageshwari Shaktipeeths are also being renovated. Sites associated with Lord Shri Ram are also being developed through the Ram Van Gaman Path. The Chief Minister said that after the end of Naxalism, millions of employment opportunities will be created in Bastar through the tourism industry.Responding to a question from Hemant Yadav, a student from Mahasamund, the Chief Minister stated that Chhattisgarh’s future is extremely bright. Located in the center of the country, it enjoys excellent connectivity with all four metropolitan cities. The state is rich in mineral resources. Approximately 19 to 20 percent of the country’s iron ore is produced in Chhattisgarh. Precious minerals such as coal, bauxite, diamonds, gold, lithium, and uranium are available here. He added that after the end of Naxalism, security camps are being developed into service camps, where schools, hospitals, and training centers are being established. The state is a power surplus state. Currently, approximately 30,000 megawatts of electricity is being produced, and investment agreements worth approximately ₹3.50 lakh crore have been signed in the energy sector, which will generate an additional 30,000 megawatts in the future. This will increase both employment and revenue. He noted that Chhattisgarh is a rice bowl and irrigation projects worth more than ₹10,000 crore have been approved. In the Bastar division, approximately ₹1,700 crore will be spent on the Deurgaon and Matnar irrigation projects, and approximately ₹2,500 crore on the Sikasar-Kodar pipeline project. He said that animal husbandry, fisheries, herbal production, rice mills, cold storage, and value-addition-based industries are being promoted to make farmers prosperous. The new industrial policy includes special provisions for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and women. The Chief Minister expressed confidence that Chhattisgarh will become a leading state in the country in the future.In response to a question from Komal Patel, a student from Surguja, the Chief Minister stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is continuously making efforts to promote sports activities in the country. Under his leadership, India has performed well in international events like the Commonwealth Games and the Olympics. He noted that Chhattisgarh’s daughter, Gyaneshwari Yadav, recently brought glory to the state and the country by winning a silver medal in weightlifting at the Commonwealth Games. He added that initiatives like Khelo India and Fit India are providing new direction to the youth. A sports complex is being constructed in Jashpur at a cost of ₹67 crore and an archery academy at a cost of ₹60 crore. The state government has initiated the Sports Awards Ceremony, under which outstanding athletes are awarded financial assistance, citations, and government service benefits. The Chief Minister stated that, according to the state government’s sports policy, athletes participating in the Olympics will receive an incentive of ₹21 lakh, gold medalists ₹3 crore, silver medalists ₹2 crore, and bronze medalists ₹1 crore. He also mentioned the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium and the Utkrisht Khel Mission.In response to a question from Rajnandgaon student Prachi Malgame, the Chief Minister mentioned his life’s struggles and said that after his father’s death at the age of 10, the responsibility of the family fell on his shoulders. He raised the family by farming. He said that he had no pre-determined goal of joining politics, but he fulfilled whatever responsibility he got with full devotion and honesty. He said that even today, as the Chief Minister, he is constantly striving to live up to the trust of the three and a half crore people of the state. He told the students that no work is small, it should only be done with complete honesty and dedication.Responding to a question from Shahina Ansari of Surguja, the Chief Minister said that Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi considered cleanliness a vital foundation of public life, and Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi transformed it into a mass movement through the Swachh Bharat Mission. He said that after the call given from the Red Fort on August 15, 2014, there has been widespread awareness about cleanliness in the country. Toilets have been built in every village, and positive changes have taken place in people’s habits. Responding to a question from Durg student Nikhil Kumar Thakur, the Chief Minister stated that youth power is national strength. Youth should possess values, respect for elders, patriotism, and a sense of social responsibility. He added that India is progressing rapidly under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. In ancient times, India was a world leader, with universities like Nalanda and Takshashila attracting students from around the world. This tradition was impacted by prolonged foreign rule, but today India has become the world’s fourth largest economy and is moving towards the goal of a developed India by 2047. He stated that achievements like the surgical strike, Operation Sindoor, Make in India, indigenous vaccine production, and BrahMos demonstrate the strength of the new India. He urged the youth to prioritize national interests.The Chief Minister informed the students that through the recently launched CM Helpline 1076, residents of the state can directly convey their problems and suggestions to the government. Nearly 8,000 officers have been added to this system to resolve complaints. He said that students can also register their hostel or education-related problems and suggestions through this medium. He reported that within the first month and a half of its launch, this system has received a good response, and many problems such as electricity, water, name transfers, account division, and demarcation are being resolved promptly.The Chief Minister concluded by stating that the state government is also developing a Chief Minister’s Dashboard, which will connect all government institutions in the state. This dashboard will enable real-time monitoring of various services, including schools, hospitals, teacher attendance, and ration availability, all from the Chief Minister’s residence. He stated that the state government is committed to providing better services to every citizen through good governance, transparency, and technology-based administration.
