Central Zonal Council becomes a significant platform for the development of Chhattisgarh: CM Sai

Raipur 24 June

The Central Zonal Council meet organised in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh on Tuesday under the chairmanship of Union Home Minister Amit Shah with chief ministers and top officials from four states discussed key issues including regional law and order, border security, disaster management and environmental conservation. During which Chhattisgarh Chief Minsiter Shri Vishnu Deo Sai highlighted the developments and potential of the state.

In the 25th meeting of the Central Zonal Council Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai said that this council has become a strong platform for cooperation and coordination between the Center and the states, through which the development of various regions of Central India including Chhattisgarh has got a new direction.

Highlighting benefit of the Council, CM Shri Sai said that the Central Zonal Council has played a vital role in advancing Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of a developed India. The council’s key contribution to Chhattisgarh has contributed to progress in economy, internal security, cultural tourism, and infrastructure.

*Decisive lead against Naxalism, new era of development in Bastar*

Speaking on the Naxal problem, Chief Minister Shri Sai said that due to the strong will of Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah and better coordination between the states, a major success has been achieved against Naxalism in Chhattisgarh. The elimination of top Naxalite leaders such as Basavaraju and Sudhakar dealt a severe blow to the Naxalite movement, significantly weakening its core leadership and operations. For the development of Bastar, state government is working on projects worth several thousand crores like Bodhghat-Mahanadi Indravati Link. The approval of Raoghat-Jagdalpur railway line project is also an important step in this direction.

*Tangible progress toward sustainable development and effective governance.*

Chief Minister informed the council that state government is proactively making reformations, the suggestions given in the last meeting have been implemented rapidly. Achievements like 28 new bank branches in Naxal-affected areas, expansion of Dial-112 service, The successful rehabilitation of over 82,000 malnourished children stands as a powerful testament to our unwavering commitment to the state’s development and well-being.

Chief Minister said that events like Bastar Pandum and Bastar Olympics have given a platform to local sports and cultural talents. Under the Ayushman Bharat scheme, cards have been distributed to 87.2 percent of the citizens and 1033 out of 1075 government hospitals have been linked to it.

*Chhattisgarh towards national leadership in energy, investment and industrial development*

Highlighting Industrial development and scope in the state, Shri Sai said that following the implementation of the new industrial policy, Chhattisgarh has attracted investment proposals worth Rs 5.5 lakh crore, with Rs 3.5 lakh crore coming from the power sector alone. Currently ranked second in power generation nationally, the state aims to secure the top position by 2030. The consistent power supply—averaging 23 hours 27 minutes in rural areas and 23 hours 51 minutes in urban areas—highlights the effectiveness of Chhattisgarh’s energy management. Additionally, under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Yojana, efforts are underway to connect 6 lakh households to solar energy.

*Smooth services, empowered Panchayats and new white revolution*

Chief Minister said that more than 1.5 lakh solar agricultural pumps in Chhattisgarh are providing irrigation facilities to the farmers. The MoU with NDDB will lead to new expansion in milk production in the state. Atal Digital Suvidha Kendras are becoming bridges of digital good governance in Panchayats and the effective implementation of the Public Service Guarantee Act 2011 has ensured transparent and timely delivery of services.

*Chhattisgarh becomes a model state in development and good governance*

Chief Minister Shri Sai affirmed that the Chhattisgarh government is wholeheartedly contributing to the mission of building a developed India under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. He noted that the Central Zonal Council serves as an effective platform for dialogue and coordination, playing a key role in propelling Chhattisgarh’s growth and progress.