- Announcement made to name the Government College in Ahivara after the late Shri Doman Lal Korsewada
- ‘Guruji’s’ life was dedicated to the upliftment of the most marginalized in society: Chief Minister Shri Sai
- The late Shri Korsewada’s simple personality, dedication to public service, and social contributions will always be remembered: Chief Minister Shri Sai
Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai paid a heartfelt tribute to the late MLA from Ahivara, Shri Doman Lal Korsewada, by offering flowers at his portrait during a memorial service held today at the Swami Atmanand Government School in Bhilai-3, Durg district. On this occasion, the Chief Minister announced that the Government College in Ahivara would be named after the late Shri Doman Lal Korsewada.
Chief Minister Shri Sai stated that the passing of the late Shri Korsewada is an irreparable loss to the political and social landscape of Chhattisgarh. He was a simple, approachable, soft-spoken, and affable public representative who dedicated his entire life to serving society and uplifting the underprivileged sections. His contributions—particularly toward the development of the Scheduled Caste community, social empowerment, and the progress of the region—will always be remembered.
The Chief Minister noted that people affectionately addressed the late Shri Korsewada as ‘Guruji’—a term that reflected the deep respect and trust society held for him. Through his conduct and actions, he earned a special place in the hearts of the people. His commitment to public service and his spirit of inclusivity—bringing every section of society along—will remain a source of inspiration for future generations.
Sharing personal anecdotes, Chief Minister Shri Sai recalled that when the late Shri Korsewada was undergoing medical treatment in Hyderabad, he had personally called to inquire about his health. Additionally, the Chief Minister had directed the state’s Health Minister, Shri Shyam Bihari Jaiswal, to travel to Hyderabad to inquire about his condition. The Chief Minister remarked that everyone had hoped for his recovery and return, but fate had other plans. His passing is deeply painful for us all.
Chief Minister Shri Sai stated that, as a public representative, the late Shri Korsevada always prioritized the development of the region and the resolution of the problems faced by the common people. To ensure that his memory and his legacy of public service endure, the Government College in Ahiwara will be named after him. This will serve as a respectful tribute from the state government and the people of the region.
At the memorial service, School Education Minister Shri Gajendra Yadav, Skill Development Minister Shri Guru Khushwant Saheb, Raipur MP Shri Brijmohan Agrawal, and Jagdalpur MLA Shri Kiran Deo also paid tribute to the late Shri Korsevada, reflecting on his character and his accomplishments.
Present on the occasion were Durg Rural MLA Shri Lalit Chandrakar, Janpad Panchayat Patan President Smt. Kirti Nayak, Collector Shri Abhijit Singh, Senior Superintendent of Police Shri Vijay Agrawal, along with various other public representatives, officials, and a large number of citizens. Everyone paid their respects to the late Shri Korsevada and honored his contributions.