We are working with an iron will to build a developed Chhattisgarh: CM Sai
Raipur, January 10
“We are working with an iron will to build a developed Chhattisgarh. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has set a target of producing 300 million tons of steel by 2030, and Chhattisgarh will play the most crucial role in achieving this goal. To achieve this, every entrepreneur in the state must become a brand ambassador of Chhattisgarh’s development journey. Our government will provide all possible support to take the state’s steel industry to new heights,” said Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai while addressing the All India Steel Conclave 2.0 organized at Mayfair Lake Resort, Nava Raipur, today.
Chief Minister Shri Sai stated that Chhattisgarh is celebrating its silver jubilee year of establishment and is steadily moving toward becoming a developed state.
He shared his experiences of interacting with representatives of the steel industry during his tenure as Union Minister of State. He noted that over 1,500 representatives from 17 states would deliberate on the challenges and opportunities in the steel industry over two days.
He expressed confidence that the discussions held at the conclave would provide new directions for the progress of Chhattisgarh, the steel sector, and the country.
He emphasized that organizing the All India Steel Conclave 2.0 would not only encourage the state’s steel industry but also benefit MSMEs. Entrepreneurs nationwide want to participate in Chhattisgarh’s development journey, and more opportunities will soon open up in the state. He mentioned that Chhattisgarh is on the verge of becoming a major hub for energy minerals like lithium.
The Chief Minister highlighted Chhattisgarh’s abundant resources for the steel industry, such as iron ore, coal, and sufficient electricity. “We are the third-largest steel producer in the country and proud to be the powerhouse of India’s economy. Chhattisgarh has now taken steps toward green steel production. Innovations in the steel sector are commendable, and the adoption of advanced technologies to boost production is praiseworthy. However, while accelerating economic growth, we must also address the challenges of climate change and adopt sustainable, environment-friendly solutions,” he added.
The Chief Minister reiterated the goal of creating 500,000 new jobs through the state’s new industrial policy and emphasized that this would be possible with everyone’s cooperation. He also shared the government’s vision for the Single Window System 2.0, an innovative platform providing all facilities for industries, businesses, and startups on a single portal.
Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Lakhanlal Dewangan stated that under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai, the government has created an investor-friendly industrial policy, attracting significant investments to the state. He highlighted Chhattisgarh’s rich mineral resources and the potential for development. He urged industrialists at the conclave to promote the policy widely so that more people could benefit and contribute to the state’s growth.
MP Shri Brijmohan Agrawal stated that Chhattisgarh is emerging as the fastest-growing state in the country, with favorable conditions for the steel industry and a commitment to balancing development with environmental protection. He emphasized using CSR to improve people’s lives.
Prominent attendees included the Chief Minister’s Principal Secretary Shri Subodh Singh, Secretary Shri Rahul Bhagat, Industry Secretary Shri Rajat Kumar, Chairman of All India Steel Conclave 2.0 Shri Ramesh Agrawal, President of Chhattisgarh Steel Re-Rollers Association Shri Sanjay Tripathi, Bhilai Steel Plant CEO Ajoy Kumar Chakravarty, CSR officials, and industrialists associated with the steel sector.