- 36 Additional Classrooms to be Built Across 18 Schools; Approval Also Granted for 17 Anganwadi Centers and 17 Ration Shops
- Better Facilities for Villagers Through Sheds and Waiting Areas at 13 Cremation Grounds (Muktidhams) and the Construction of Two New Panchayat Buildings
In a significant move toward the holistic development of rural areas and the expansion of basic infrastructure in Chhattisgarh, Revenue Minister Shri Tank Ram Verma has spearheaded the approval of 67 construction projects, with an estimated cost of Rs 6 crore 60 lakh 38 thousand. These projects, sanctioned for the Balodabazar Assembly constituency, include the construction of additional school classrooms, new Anganwadi centers, facilities for the Public Distribution System (PDS), sheds and waiting areas at cremation grounds, and new Panchayat buildings. The implementation of these projects will strengthen education, nutrition, food security, and public amenities in rural areas.
- Expansion of Rural Infrastructure to Accelerate Development
Through the dedicated efforts of Revenue Minister Shri Tank Ram Verma, the specific needs of rural areas within the Balodabazar Assembly constituency are being addressed. This initiative focuses on enhancing basic rural infrastructure by supporting projects related to education, nutrition, food grain distribution, Panchayat administration, and public services.
Minister Shri Verma stated that once these approved construction projects are completed, villagers will find it much easier to access various government services. Furthermore, these construction activities will create local employment opportunities. This initiative to expand essential facilities in the Balodabazar Assembly constituency will prove to be a significant step toward strengthening education, nutrition, food security, and local governance. Strengthening Rural Education: 36 Additional Classrooms to be Built Across 18 Schools
To provide a better educational environment for children in rural areas, proposals have been prepared for the construction of 36 additional classrooms across 18 government schools, with an estimated cost of ₹1.26 crore. It is proposed that two additional classrooms be built at each school, at a cost of ₹7 lakh per school. The government schools included are those in Konari, Tarashiv, Tohda, Bhumiya, Tulsi (Manpur), Silpatti, Kota, Devri, Ninwa, Biladi, Bundeli, Sirve, Chhatoud, Otgan, Khamhariya, Satbhawa, Sankara, and Champa. The construction of these additional classrooms will provide students with a better space for learning and facilitate the smooth conduct of academic activities.
- ₹2.04 Crore Sanctioned for 17 New Anganwadi Buildings
To improve child nutrition, early childhood education, and the delivery of services under the Department of Women and Child Development in rural areas, proposals have been included for the construction of 17 new Anganwadi buildings, with an estimated cost of ₹2.04 crore. The cost for each building is set at ₹12 lakh. New Anganwadi buildings are proposed for Mohgaon, Champa, Tohda, Nakti, Satbhawa, Changori, Khudmudi, Lakhna, Saddu, Mohda, Tarpongi, Sungera, Saguni, Silpatti, Kevatra, Devri, and Sarardih. The construction of these buildings will provide a safe and convenient environment for young children. Furthermore, it will facilitate the distribution of nutritional food, the provision of early childhood education, and the implementation of activities related to maternal and child welfare. PDS Buildings to be Constructed in 17 Villages at a Cost Exceeding Rs 2.12 Crore
To strengthen the Public Distribution System (PDS) in rural areas, proposals have been prepared for the construction of 17 PDS buildings at an estimated cost of Rs 2 crore 12 lakh 50 thousand. The cost for each building is set at Rs 12 lakh 50 thousand. The locations include Khaprikala, Tandwa, Sararidih, Chhapora, Sarora, Boirjhiti, Bhilauni, Bartori, Manpur, Tarpongi, Jalso, Khamhariya, Saddu, Ninwa, Alda, Kota, and Tulsi (Manpur). The construction of these buildings will help improve the storage and distribution of food grains under the Public Distribution System, providing a more convenient arrangement for rural consumers to obtain their rations.
- Facilities to be Developed at 13 Cremation Grounds (Muktidhams) at a Cost of Approximately Rs 78 Lakh
To provide essential amenities at cremation grounds in rural areas, proposals have been prepared for the construction of waiting areas—including sheds—at 13 such sites (Muktidhams). The total estimated cost for these works is Rs 77 lakh 98 thousand. These construction projects are proposed for Parsada (Jota), Jalso, Manpur, Balod Khurd, Saguni, Saddu, Parsada, Sarora, Biladi, Sirve, Khapar Khurd, Chhapora, and Boirjhiti. Once completed, these facilities will provide much-needed relief to villagers arriving for funeral rites, especially during the summer and rainy seasons.
- New Panchayat Buildings Approved for Chhataud and Tarashiv at a Cost of Rs 39.90 Lakh
To strengthen the administrative framework of Gram Panchayats and provide better facilities to villagers at the local level, the construction of new Panchayat buildings has been approved for Chhataud and Tarashiv. The total estimated cost for both buildings is 39 lakh 90 thousand rupees. It is estimated that 19 lakh 95 thousand rupees will be spent on the construction of each Panchayat building. These new Panchayat buildings will provide better infrastructure for conducting Gram Sabha and Panchayat meetings, implementing government schemes, and carrying out administrative tasks related to the villagers.