Janjgir-Champa

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel said the state government is committed to strengthen the rural economy. He pledged to upgrade Gram Panchayats Birra and Bamhnidih into Nagar Panchayats.

Baghel was addressing the swearing-in and felicitation ceremony of the Zila Sahu Sangh at the Dussehra ground in Birra village of Janjgir-Champa district on Friday.

He also pledged to open Swami Atmanand English Medium School, the construction of a new community hall, and the opening of a junior engineer office for the Electricity Department in Birra village panchayat. Fulfilling the villagers' demands, he also granted approval for the construction of a bridge and road from Bamhnidih to Dahida over the Hasdeo River.

He said the government has implemented several schemes benefiting farmers, labourers, women, and landless labourers. The Rajiv Gandhi Kisan NYAY Yojana has already provided benefits to 26 lakh farmers. The government has decided to raise the limit of procuring paddy in the support price to 20 quintals per acre. Education is another area of focus for the state government.

The state has also inaugurated its first Swami Atmanand English Medium College in Kanker. Many communities have their own land and community halls, which are used for various social and cultural programs benefiting all citizens, he added.

State Assembly Speaker Dr. Charandas Mahant emphasised the importance of promoting social harmony and unity.

Home Minister Tamradhwaj Sahu highlighted the significance of utilising time and opportunities for the betterment of society. He urged the newly elected office-bearers to use their respective posts to strengthen the organisation and work towards eradicating social evils and orthodox traditions.