- MP Mrs. Chaudhary and public representatives visited stalls related to the achievements and schemes of various departments.
The Rajyotsav program, held at the district headquarters’ mini stadium on the occasion of Chhattisgarh’s 26th foundation day, was inaugurated by Chief Guest Mrs. Roopkumari Chaudhary, Member of Parliament. The guests inaugurated the program by lighting a lamp. Present on this occasion were Mahasamund MLA Yogeshwar Raju Sinha, District Panchayat Chairperson Smt. Mongra Patel, Chhattisgarh Seed Corporation Chairperson Shri Chandrahas Chandrakar, Shakambhari Board Chairperson Shri Rajendra Nayak, Chhattisgarh State Scheduled Caste Chairperson Shri Ramlal Chauhan, State Child Protection Commission Chairperson Dr. Varnika Sharma, Bharat Scout Guide Association Chairperson Shri Yetram Sahu, District Vice-Chairperson Smt. Hulsi Chandrakar, Member Smt. Vijay Laxmi Jangde, Saraipali Municipality Chairperson Smt. Saraswati Chandra Kumar Patel, Mahasamund Municipality Vice-Chairperson Shri Devichand Rathi, Shri Anand Sahu, Shri Mahendra Sikka, Shri Prashant Srivastava, Shri Mahendra Jain, Sudha Sahu, distinguished guests, Collector Shri Vinay Kumar Langeh, District Panchayat CEO Ms. Anupama Anand, Additional Collector Shri Jagannath Verma, Shri Sachin Bhutada, Shri Ravi Kumar Sahu and public representatives. The
chief guest of the program, Mahasamund Lok Sabha constituency MP Smt. Roopkumari Chaudhary, extended her heartfelt greetings and best wishes to the people of the district on the 26th anniversary of the establishment of Chhattisgarh state. She said that under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai, the state government is committed to ensuring that the benefits of various schemes reach the last person in society, giving top priority to good governance and public welfare. The government’s public welfare initiatives have created a positive atmosphere among all sections of the state. She said that in keeping with the spirit of “Humne Banaya Hai, Hum Hi Sanwarenge”, efforts are being made to take Chhattisgarh to new heights of development and prosperity.
Member of Parliament Mrs. Chaudhary said that the contribution of Bharat Ratna and former Prime Minister, the late Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee, in the creation of Chhattisgarh is unforgettable. His visionary decision led to Chhattisgarh’s recognition as a separate state. Paying homage to Shri Vajpayee, she said that the state government is continuously working towards fulfilling Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s promises. The government is effectively implementing schemes for the benefit of farmers, women, youth, and needy families. She informed that the procurement of paddy at the support price will begin on November 15th. Special attention is also being paid to the expansion of roads, housing, schools, panchayats, and other infrastructure. He praised the district administration for the well-organized and grand organization of the State Festival and appealed to citizens to participate in development by taking advantage of government schemes. He congratulated the district residents on Sirpur’s inclusion on the UNESCO tentative list.
Mahasamund MLA Shri Yogeshwar Raju Sinha, while extending his greetings to the people of the district on the occasion of Rajyotsav, said that under the guidance of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai, Chhattisgarh is progressing towards new heights of development. He said that the state government is implementing schemes keeping in mind the interests of farmers, women, youth, and entrepreneurs. These efforts are providing opportunities for advancement to various sections of society.
MLA Shri Sinha said that former Prime Minister Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee gave a historic gift to the people of the state by creating the state of Chhattisgarh. Today, the state government is striving to move the state forward on the path of progress in accordance with his vision. Whether it is the purchase of 21 quintals of paddy at the support price or the payment of Rs. 1,000 per month as Mahtari Vandan in the accounts of women, this is a significant achievement. He said that our government is committed to the development of every section of the society. He said that the true progress of the state is possible only when farmers, youth, women, and all sections of society contribute together to the development process. He provided information about the development works in the region.
In his address, Mr. Chandrahas Chandrakar, Chairman of the Chhattisgarh Seed Development Corporation, stated that under the leadership of Chief Minister Mr. Vishnu Dev Sai, the state government is moving forward with a commitment to development and public welfare. He stated that various schemes are being effectively implemented through coordinated efforts between the central and state governments. Special attention is being paid to providing economic support to farmers, empowering women, and connecting needy families with programs. Mr. Chandrakar stated that providing better employment opportunities along with education to youth is also among the government’s priorities. He highlighted the importance of ensuring the availability of quality seeds in the agricultural sector and benefiting farmers. He extended his best wishes to all residents of the district on the State Festival.
Mr. Rajendra Nayak, Chairman of the Shakambhari Board, extended his greetings on the State Festival and wished the people of the state happiness, prosperity, and a bright future. He stated that the Chhattisgarh government is continuously striving for the overall development of the state and bringing positive changes in the lives of ordinary citizens. Through government schemes, emphasis is being placed on expanding basic facilities in rural areas, strengthening the economic condition of farmers, making women self-reliant and providing better opportunities for the youth.
Chhattisgarh State Scheduled Caste Chairman Shri Ramlal Chauhan, while congratulating the people of the district on the State Festival, said that the government’s priority is to ensure that the benefits of development reach every section of society. For this, coordination between public representatives, administration and citizens is essential. He called for collective efforts to accelerate development work in the district and ensure that the benefits of government schemes reach eligible beneficiaries.
Collector Shri Vinay Kumar Langeh, speaking on the occasion of the State Festival, stated that Mahasamund district has achieved significant milestones in various construction projects and development, achieving new heights of progress. He added that the district’s ancient heritage site, Sirpur, has been included on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List, a proud achievement for Mahasamund district. Approximately 380,000 women in the district are benefiting from the Mahtari Vandan Yojana. Against the target of 22,546 women under the Lakhpati Didi Abhiyan, 32,799 women have been designated as Lakhpati Didis. Under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Gramin (Gramin) 117,866 houses have been completed in the district. Over 5,400 beneficiaries are benefiting from the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar (Free Electricity Scheme). Under the More Village-More Water Campaign, approximately 310 million liters of rainwater harvesting capacity has been developed through various water conservation initiatives. Six road construction and widening projects costing over ₹204 crore have been approved in the district. The construction of the Belsonda Railway Overbridge is also nearing completion. Construction of the new building for the Mahasamund Medical College is also in its final stages. To expand civic amenities, a modern bus stand is planned at a cost of ₹6.50 crore and a new municipal building at a cost of ₹3 crore.
In their addresses, public representatives praised the progress of the district and state on this occasion of the State Festival and congratulated everyone on the occasion. At the State Festival, 16 departments set up attractive exhibitions and stalls to showcase their achievements, providing information about government schemes and achievements to citizens. These included stalls from important departments, including Agriculture, Horticulture, District Panchayat, Women and Child Development, Health, Education, Forest Department, and Public Relations.
During the State Festival’s cultural programs, local school and college students showcased their art and culture, and the folk dance performances were captivating.