Jashpurnagar - Collector Rohit Vyas today inspected the 50-bed critical care health block under construction near the district hospital. Being constructed at a cost of over 11 crore rupees, this critical care health block will have a total of four floors, including the ground floor. Necessary facilities will be provided here for the treatment of patients with serious and life-threatening conditions. During the inspection, Collector Vyas took stock of the progress of the construction work. Currently, finishing work is underway on the building. He instructed the concerned officials to complete the remaining work within the stipulated time frame, while paying special attention to all the prescribed standards and quality in the construction of the building.

The Collector directed that color-coded signage be installed systematically throughout the hospital, so that patients and their families can easily identify important and sensitive areas, including the ICU, OT, and emergency, using distinct colors and symbols. This will facilitate smooth movement within the hospital and facilitate patients and their families' access to necessary areas. He also directed that a rainwater harvesting system be installed in the hospital building and that tree plantations be systematically planted throughout the campus. He also directed that the elevator installation be completed expeditiously to ensure easy access for patients and their families to various floors. Collector Vyas directed that adequate and uninterrupted water and electricity be provided to the hospital. He emphasized that uninterrupted availability of electricity and water is essential for critical health services such as critical care, and therefore, necessary arrangements should be ensured in advance. Chief Medical and Health Officer Dr. G.S. Jatra, CGMSC SDO Lalit Verma, and other relevant officials were present during the inspection.

Jashpurnagar . Collector Rohit Vyas reviewed the Jal Jeevan Mission scheme, operated under the Public Health Engineering Department, yesterday. He issued clear instructions to contractors for various contracts where more than 70% of the payments have been made, directing them to complete all work by August.

While giving instructions to the contractors, the Collector said that in case of negligence in the work, the recovery of the work will be made from your contracts. 25 contractors of Jal Jeevan Mission and departmental officers and employees were present in the said meeting. The Collector said that providing pure drinking water to the people under Jal Jeevan Mission is the priority of the Chhattisgarh government and no negligence will be tolerated in this.

Jashpurnagar - Under the leadership of Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai, farmers are being continuously encouraged to cultivate crops other than paddy. In this regard, Anarath Sai, a farmer from Patratoli village, who has benefited from the Horticulture Department, is successfully cultivating oil palm.

Farmer Anrath Sai, taking advantage of the Horticulture Department's scheme, is also cultivating modern grafted tomatoes in a shade net house established on 1 acre of protected cultivation under the National Horticulture Mission Scheme. He also received a grant of 14.20 lakh rupees from the Horticulture Department, for a total cost of 28.40 lakh rupees.

Farmer Anarath Sai explained that mango and litchi trees have been planted in a 2-hectare orchard under the Integrated Horticulture Development Scheme. He described the farmer's adoption of intercropping, such as strawberries, tomatoes, and cauliflower, by making good use of the vacant space between his main crops, as an example for other farmers. He said that this integrated farming system can generate a steady income year-round at a low cost.

Jashpurnagar - Collector Rohit Vyas today inspected various ongoing construction and beautification works in the Jashpur Nagar Palika area and took stock of their progress. He inspected the under-construction Nalanda complex, beautification work near Judev Chowk, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Chowk, Balasaheb Deshpande Chowk and the community hall at Purani Toli. The collector directed to complete all the works within the time limit in a quality manner and to speed up the construction works. During this, Nagar Palika President Arvind Bhagat, Assistant Engineer Nagar Palika Kailash Kharole, Deputy Engineer Shubhendu Srivastava and other officials were present.

The 500-seater Nalanda campus will provide a better center for modern studies. 

During the inspection, Collector Vyas observed the 500-seater Nalanda campus, being constructed on approximately 2.87 hectares at a cost of 11 crore rupees. He reviewed the progress of the construction work and directed the students to expedite the work. He stated that the Nalanda campus will provide a modern library, digital learning facilities, and a peaceful and organized study environment for the students. This campus will play an important role in shaping the future of the district's youth by providing them with better resources for preparing for competitive exams and higher education.

Instructions to expedite the beautification work near Judev Chowk: 

The Collector also inspected the beautification work being carried out at Judev Chowk near Ranjita Stadium, costing approximately 64 lakh rupees. The proposed projects include an attractive fountain, replicas of the 12 postures of Surya Namaskar, and other beautification projects. Expressing displeasure over the slow progress, the Collector directed the concerned officials to expedite the work and complete it within the stipulated timeframe in a quality manner.

Instructions to complete the remaining work of the community building soon: 

Collector Vyas inspected the community hall under construction in Purani Toli, costing approximately 74 lakh rupees. The building is in its final stages of construction, and finishing touches are currently underway. He directed that the remaining work be completed expeditiously. The completion of the community hall will provide citizens with better facilities for government events, as well as weddings and other social gatherings, all under one roof.

Dr. Ambedkar and Balasaheb Deshpande Chowk will become centers of attraction and inspiration: 

Collector Vyas also inspected the beautification work being carried out at Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Chowk and Balasaheb Deshpande Chowk, costing approximately 15 lakh rupees. He directed the concerned officials to expedite the work and complete it within the stipulated timeframe with quality. He said that the beautification of these squares will not only enhance the beauty of the city but will also become a center of attraction and inspiration for the people.

Raipur . The online application process for the first phase of counseling for MBBS and BDS admissions under NEET-UG 2026 in government and private medical and dental colleges in Chhattisgarh is about to begin. The Office of the Commissioner of Medical Education, Swasthya Bhawan, Naya Raipur, has invited online applications.

The Medical Education Department has advised candidates to carefully study the Chhattisgarh Medical, Dental, and Physiotherapy Undergraduate Admission Rules, 2025 before applying, specifically the provisions related to reservations, the counseling process, and bonds.

Applications will begin on August 9th.
Online applications for the first phase of counseling for NEET-UG 2026 will begin on August 9th, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Candidates will be able to apply until August 16th, 2026, at 11:59 PM.

The choice filling and locking process will begin on August 9th, 11:00 AM, and will continue until August 17th, 2026, at 11:59 PM.

Category wise application fee The
online application fee has been fixed as follows:
UR and OBC: Rs 1,000
SC and ST: Rs 500
NRI: Rs 10,000

This application fee will be non-refundable. Information regarding registration amount i.e. security deposit is available in the table given on page no. 2 of the counselling notice.

It is important to read the rules before applying
The department has appealed to the candidates to read the admission rules issued under RULE-503/30/2025/MED thoroughly before applying. This includes important provisions including reservation, seat allotment, counselling process and bond.

For detailed information related to counselling and online application, candidates can get information on the official website of CGDME and CGDME admission portal.

New Delhi: The special court hearing cases related to the coal scam has undergone a major change. The Supreme Court has approved the removal of Special Judges Sunaina Sharma and Dheeraj Mor from the court, responding to a request from the Delhi High Court.

Sunaina Sharma assumed the post in January this year, while Dheeraj Mor had been a special judge since April 2025. The High Court had requested their transfer, citing both as more suitable for other responsibilities

Virendra Kumar Kharta will replace Sunaina Sharma, and Ajay Garg will replace Dheeraj Mor as special judge. The High Court issued the transfer and posting orders on Friday.

However, both the removed judges have not been given new judicial postings as of now and have been attached to the office of the Principal District and CBI Sessions Judge.

The special thing is that in the cases in which both the judges have reserved the decisions, they have been instructed to pronounce the relevant decisions before leaving .

Raipur. An important decision was taken for the effective implementation of Chhattisgarh Anjor Vision-2047 in the cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai.

The Cabinet approved the Asian Development Bank's (ADB) 'Anjor Lite (Anjor Linked Implementation & Guidance for Holistic Tracking)' technical assistance project, under which the state will receive a full grant of Rs 15 crore.

The special thing is that the state government or the central government will not have to make any financial contribution for this project.

The project will operate for three years, from December 1, 2026, to November 30, 2029. It will be coordinated through the Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, while the Finance Department will be the nodal agency at the state level.

The Directorate of Institutional Finance will be responsible for its implementation and a Project Monitoring Unit (PMU) will be constituted for monitoring.

The objective of the project is to strengthen the monitoring and evaluation system of development schemes under Chhattisgarh Anjor Vision-2047.

Through this, Public Finance Management (PFM) will be strengthened, outcome-based budgeting, green budgeting and climate-friendly development projects will be promoted.

Technical cooperation will also be provided in the areas of Artificial Intelligence (AI), concessional climate finance, public-private partnership (PPP) and institutional capacity development.

Under the project, a pipeline of priority-based development projects will be prepared for various departments.

Feasibility studies and policy support will be provided for new PPP projects along with improving the financial health, debt management and profitability of public sector undertakings.

The government believes that this initiative will boost investment in the state, give new impetus to green and sustainable development and help in achieving the goals of Chhattisgarh Anjor Vision-2047 in a timely manner.

Being completely grant-based, the project will provide new strength to the institutional capacity and development plans of the state without any additional financial burden.

Raipur. Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai released the 30th installment of Mahatari Vandan Yojana from the Chief Minister's residence office on Friday and transferred an amount of Rs 630 crore 55 lakh 54 thousand 300 to the bank accounts of 67 lakh 20 thousand 125 eligible women of the state through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Women and Child Development Minister Laxmi Rajwade, Principal Secretary Shehla Nigar and Departmental Director Dr. Renuka Srivastava were present on the occasion.

The Chief Minister said that Mahatari Vandan Yojana is one of the most important schemes of the state government towards giving a respectable and self-reliant life to women by empowering them economically.

He said that when the women power is economically strong, the development of the family, society and the state gets a new impetus.

He said that this scheme is not only limited to financial assistance of Rs 1000 per month, but is also strengthening the self-confidence, decision-making ability and social participation of women.

Women are using the scheme funds to meet their children's education, health, nutrition, and family needs. Many women are investing in the Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) while also earning additional income by starting small self-employment ventures like sewing, dairy, grocery stores, animal husbandry, incense stick manufacturing, and other small businesses.

The Chief Minister said that good governance means delivering schemes to the last person in a transparent manner. Through the DBT system, monthly assistance funds are directly credited to beneficiaries' accounts, which has increased transparency and strengthened women's trust in governance.

It is worth noting that the Mahatari Vandan Yojana is applicable in the entire state from March 1, 2024. After the release of the 30th installment, an amount of more than Rs 19,444.33 crore has been transferred to the accounts of women under the scheme so far.

The government says that this scheme is playing an important role in building a developed Chhattisgarh by becoming a strong foundation for women's economic empowerment, self-reliance and inclusive development.

Delhi. The monsoon's impact has intensified in many states across the country. Heavy rains have disrupted normal life in areas ranging from Jammu and Kashmir to Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.

The Amarnath Yatra was suspended from Jammu on Saturday due to the threat of rain and landslides in Jammu and Kashmir. The Meteorological Department has predicted heavy to very heavy rain, flash floods and landslides in the Jammu region until August 11.

Heavy rain in Delhi on Friday left many areas waterlogged. Vehicles were stranded and traffic jams stretched for several kilometers, with water up to four feet deep on major roads, including the Delhi-Gurugram Highway.

The Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for the capital on Saturday as well. Delhi has already recorded 127 mm of rain in the first week of August, the highest for this period since 2011.

Nearly 25 days of continuous rain in Uttar Pradesh has caused the Ganges and other rivers to overflow. In Varanasi, the Ganges' rising water level has submerged ghats, cutting off connectivity to 84 ghats. Water has also entered several small temples.

In Farrukhabad, eight houses were swept away by the river due to erosion, while in Ballia, the Saryu River has already engulfed 27 houses. In Agra, a road caved in, creating a 20-foot-deep crater.

The effects of the incessant rain in Nepal are also visible in Bihar. In Muzaffarpur, the Bagmati River is in spate, flooding several villages with water up to three feet deep. In Bagaha, the Gandak River has entered nearly 300 homes.

Affected people are being evacuated to safer locations. Heavy rains in Himachal Pradesh have closed 162 roads, including the Chandigarh-Manali and Mandi-Pathankot highways.

Uttarakhand is also on alert for landslides and rising river levels. Several districts in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Bihar have also been warned of heavy rain, thunderstorms, and lightning.

Delhi. Seven people were killed in a tragic road accident in Himachal Pradesh's Chamba district on Saturday morning. The deceased included three women and four men. Eleven passengers were injured in the accident. All the injured were initially taken to Teesa Hospital, where they were then referred to Chamba Medical College after receiving first aid. The accident erupted in chaos.

According to Superintendent of Police Vijay Kumar Saklani, the private bus departed from Bairagarh for Chamba at around 7 a.m. A short distance from Bairagarh, near the Chalunj turn, the Sharma Coach bus suddenly lost control. It then overturned and landed on another road. The bus was carrying approximately 18 passengers, including the driver and conductor. These included six children aged between 4 and 18 years old.

Passengers were evacuated by removing the bus with the help of JCB.

Upon receiving news of the accident, locals rushed to the scene and began rescue operations. Several passengers were trapped inside the bus after it overturned. With the help of the police, residents pulled the injured out. A JCB was used to remove the bus from the road. According to eyewitnesses, cries for help were heard from inside the bus immediately after the accident.

Those who lost their lives in the accident were identified as Jagdev Sharma (48), his wife Hardei (45), Desraj (35), Tej Singh (30), Jagdei (24), Neelma (34) and bus driver Roop Singh (35).

5,000 each to the injured

The local administration has provided immediate relief of ₹5,000 each to all 11 passengers injured in the accident. Relief funds have also been promised to the families of the deceased soon. Children are among the injured passengers.

Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu expressed deep sorrow over the accident. He expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and directed the district administration to ensure proper treatment for the injured

00 Appeal to honour weavers and strengthen Vocal for Local campaign on National Handloom Day
Raipur. On the occasion of National Handloom Day, Tourism and Culture Minister Shri Rajesh Agrawal called upon the people of the state to adopt indigenous products and make maximum use of handloom products. Referring to the call of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, he said that encouraging local products is not just an economic activity, but a mass movement linked to India's rich cultural heritage, traditional craftsmanship and the respect of lakhs of weaver families.

On the occasion of National Handloom Day, Agarwal honored the state's rich handloom tradition by wearing a traditional gamchha (towel) made by skilled weavers of Chhattisgarh. He said that this gamchha is not just a garment, but a living symbol of Chhattisgarh's cultural identity, labor, tradition, and local craftsmanship. Agarwal urged the people of the state to adopt more indigenous and handloom products in their daily lives. He said that when we use products made by local weavers, we not only strengthen their livelihoods but also play an important role in preserving our rich cultural heritage. This small effort by every citizen will prove to be a major contribution to building a self-reliant India and strengthening the local economy.

Minister Agarwal stated that Chhattisgarh's weavers are reinventing the state's cultural identity at the national and international level through their traditional art, exquisite craftsmanship, and creativity. It is our collective responsibility to encourage such talented artisans. On the occasion of National Handloom Day, Agarwal urged citizens to share videos or photos of their favorite handloom products and join the National Handloom Day campaign. He stated that this public participation will bring new recognition to the remarkable art of our weavers, their hard work, and the rich tradition of Indian handlooms across the country and the world. He expressed confidence that the people of the state, by actively participating in this campaign to embrace Swadeshi, will further strengthen the resolve for Vocal for Local and will make a significant contribution to building a self-reliant India.

GPM will host the 26th State Level School Sports Competition, players from across the state will gather from August 18 to 21*

540 players from all five divisions will showcase their strength in gymnastics, cricket, taekwondo and kabaddi.

*District administration started extensive preparations*

Raipur, August 7, 2026. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai, the sports culture in the state is gaining new momentum. The state government is continuously taking effective initiatives to encourage sports talent and elevate them to national and international levels. In this regard, the Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district will host the 26th State-Level School Sports Competition, to be held from August 18-21. Approximately 540 athletes aged 14 to 19 from all five divisions of the state will showcase their talent and athletic skills in this prestigious four-day competition.
The state government considers sports not only a means of competition, but also a strong foundation for discipline, leadership skills, self-confidence, and a healthy lifestyle. Such school-level competitions provide young athletes with the opportunity to hone their talents and reach higher levels.

*GPM will resonate with competitions in four sports*

During the competition, events will be held in gymnastics (boys and girls), cricket (boys), taekwondo (boys and girls), and kabaddi (girls). Players, coaches, and officials from all five divisions of the state will participate. The event will foster a spirit of competition, teamwork, and athletic excellence among the players.

*District administration fully prepared for excellent event*

The district administration has intensified preparations for a successful and dignified event. Collector Mr. Vijay Dayaram K. held a review meeting with various departments to take a detailed look at the preparations. He directed all departments to coordinate and ensure the necessary arrangements are made within the stipulated timeframe, ensuring excellent facilities are provided to the athletes, coaches, and officials coming from across the state.

Special attention to every aspect from security to housing and medical care.

The meeting reviewed in detail the selection of sports venues, accommodation and food for athletes, transportation, health checkups, medical facilities, drinking water, electricity and lighting, cleanliness, security, traffic management, and preparations for the opening and closing ceremonies. The Collector directed all departments to ensure the effective discharge of their assigned responsibilities. Present
at the meeting were District Panchayat Chief Executive Officer Mr. Mukesh Raote, Additional Superintendent of Police Mr. Avinash Mishra, District Education Officer Mr. Rajneesh Tiwari, along with officials from the Sports and Youth Welfare, Forest, Health, Tribal Development, Public Works, Public Health Engineering, Electricity, Food, Transport, and Urban Administration departments.
This competition will not only provide an important platform for the state's emerging sports talents to showcase their abilities, but will also establish Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi as a successful host of the state's major sporting events.

On National Handloom Day, an appeal to honour weavers and strengthen the 'Vocal for Local' campaign*

*Urged for greater use of handloom products, said- Respect for weavers is the strong foundation of self-reliant India*

Raipur, August 7, 2026. On the occasion of National Handloom Day, Tourism and Culture Minister Shri Rajesh Agrawal urged the people of the state to embrace indigenous products and increase the use of handloom products. Citing Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's call, he said that promoting local products is not just an economic activity, but a mass movement linked to India's rich cultural heritage, traditional crafts, and the respect for millions of weaver families.

On the occasion of National Handloom Day, Mr. Agarwal honored the state's rich handloom tradition by wearing a traditional gamchha made by skilled weavers from Chhattisgarh. He said that this gamchha is not just a garment, but a living symbol of Chhattisgarh's cultural identity, labor, tradition, and local craftsmanship.

Mr. Agarwal urged the people of the state to adopt more indigenous and handloom products in their daily lives. He said that when we use products made by local weavers, we not only strengthen their livelihoods but also play a vital role in preserving our rich cultural heritage. This small effort by every citizen will prove to be a major contribution to building a self-reliant India and strengthening the local economy.

Minister Shri Agarwal said that Chhattisgarh's weavers are reinventing the state's cultural identity at the national and international levels through their traditional art, exquisite craftsmanship, and creativity. It is our collective responsibility to encourage such talented artisans.

On the occasion of National Handloom Day, Mr. Agarwal also urged citizens to share videos or photos of their favorite handloom products and join the National Handloom Day campaign. He said that this public participation will bring new recognition to the wonderful art of our weavers, their hard work, and the rich tradition of Indian handlooms, both nationally and internationally.

He expressed confidence that by playing an active role in this campaign of adopting Swadeshi, the people of the state will further strengthen the resolve of 'Vocal for Local' and will make their important contribution in building a self-reliant India.

Social and economic empowerment of workers is given top priority*

Chhagan Lal Lonhare

Joint Director, Public Relations

Raipur, August 7, 2026/ In the last two and a half years, the Labour Department has set an example of security, respect and prosperity. In the last two and a half years, the Chhattisgarh government has given top priority to the social and economic empowerment of workers and has taken many historic initiatives. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai, the state government has not limited labour welfare to schemes only, but has worked to bring positive changes in the lives of workers by linking it with good governance, transparency and technological innovation. Under the guidance of Labour and Industry Minister Lakhanlal Devangan, the department has made extensive reforms to ensure speedy and easy delivery of scheme benefits to workers.

*The social and economic condition of workers is improving*

Under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai, the Chhattisgarh government is running several schemes for the betterment of workers and their families. Through these schemes, the social and economic condition of workers is improving. 67 welfare schemes are being implemented through various Labour Welfare Boards to protect the interests of organized, unorganized and construction workers in the state. To make the registration, assistance and benefits of schemes more transparent and easy for workers, the Labour Department has developed a new user-friendly website shramvjayate.ch.gov.in and Shramev Jayate mobile app, through which workers are now easily availing the benefits of online application, registration and other facilities.

*Along with employment generation, labour rights are also getting strengthened*

In the past two and a half years, the Labor Department has strengthened its administrative system. Twenty posts have been created to establish labor officer offices in five new districts (Mohla-Manpur-Ambagadh, Chowki, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur, and Sakti). Currently, Assistant Labor Commissioner offices operate in 10 districts, and Labor Officer offices in 23 districts. Thus, labor offices have been operational in all 33 districts of the state. Departmental capacity has also been enhanced by making appointments to various positions. Several important amendments have been made to labor laws to establish a better balance between industries and workers. Several decisions, including the effective implementation of the Shops and Establishments Act, fixed-term employment, night work for women workers, and extensions to factory licenses, have strengthened labor rights while also creating employment.

*Around 17.82 lakh workers benefited through various schemes*

The most notable achievement of the Labor Department has been worker registration and benefit distribution. Approximately 12.65 lakh new workers were registered between January 1, 2024, and June 30, 2026. Approximately 17.82 lakh workers were benefited through various schemes, with an expenditure of over ₹800 crore. Assistance of approximately ₹780 crore was provided to construction workers and approximately ₹187 crore to unorganized workers. A Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system has been implemented to make benefit distribution transparent.

*Chief Minister's Labour Assistance Centre operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week*

The establishment of Chief Minister Labour Resource Centres has proved to be a big relief for the labourers. Chief Minister Labour Assistance Centre is being operated 24 hours a day, seven days a week. By organizing mobile camps across the state, problems related to registration, renewal and applications of lakhs of labourers have been resolved. Due to this, even the labourers of remote areas are getting the benefits of government services near their homes. The state government has also strengthened the social security cover of labourer families. Under the Chief Minister Construction Labour Housing Assistance Scheme, the housing assistance amount has been increased to Rs 1.50 lakh. Thousands of families have received financial support through death and disability assistance, scholarships, education assistance for children of labourer families and other schemes.

*Maternity assistance to over 1.60 lakh women workers*

Significant progress has also been made towards the respect and safety of women workers. Under the Minimata Mahatari Jatan Yojana, maternity assistance was provided to over 1.60 lakh women workers in the construction and unorganized sectors. Meanwhile, through the 'Shaheed Veernarayan Singh Shramik Anna Yojana', nutritious food is being provided to registered workers for just 5 rupees. Keeping in mind the bright future of workers' children, meritorious education assistance, free competitive exam coaching, and scholarship schemes are being effectively implemented. Thousands of students have benefited from these schemes, giving new wings to the dreams of working families.

*Chhattisgarh's new identity in the field of labour welfare*

Under the leadership of Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai, the resolve to integrate worker welfare into the mainstream of development is being effectively implemented by the Labor Department under the leadership of Labor and Industry Minister Lakhanlal Dewangan. Transparent systems, technological innovation, prompt service, social security, and a sense of worker respect have given Chhattisgarh a new identity in the field of worker welfare. This journey of two and a half years is not just a story of schemes and statistics, but a new beginning that has brought trust, security, and prosperity to millions of working families.

Raipur: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai, Chhattisgarh has achieved great success in the field of clean energy and green development.

In recognition of the state's efforts to develop the compressed biogas (CBG) ecosystem, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India, has approved an incentive of ₹50 crore for Chhattisgarh under the Special Assistance Scheme for Capital Investment (SASCI) 2026-27. Chhattisgarh has become the first state in the country to receive this amount under this scheme.

Expressing happiness over this achievement, Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai said that the state government is continuously working for clean energy, environmental protection and increasing the income of farmers.

He said that Chhattisgarh is rapidly gaining national recognition in the field of biofuels, and this achievement is an important step in that direction. The Chief Minister also congratulated the team of the Energy Department and the Chhattisgarh Biofuel Development Authority.

The Chief Minister informed that the Chhattisgarh Compressed Biogas Policy-2026, which was notified on June 8, 2026, is based on the scientific use of agricultural residue, paddy straw and other biomass to produce clean gaseous fuel.

These will provide farmers with additional income by selling biomass, while the organic fertilizer produced from the plants will promote natural farming. It will also reduce problems like stubble burning and strengthen environmental protection.

To give impetus to CBG projects, a review meeting was also held on August 3 at Mantralaya Mahanadi Bhawan under the chairmanship of Principal Secretary Energy Subodh Kumar Singh.

Biomass collection, single-window clearance, use of biofertilizers, departmental coordination, and increasing investment were discussed. Sumit Sarkar, Chief Executive Officer of the Chhattisgarh Biofuel Development Authority, gave a presentation on proposed CBG plants in the state, investment possibilities, and future action plans.

The government aims to make Chhattisgarh the leading state in the country in the field of biofuel and clean energy.

Raipur/Ambikapur: Under the Ramlala Darshan Yojana, run under the leadership of Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai, 850 devotees from Surguja division left for Ayodhya Dham and Kashi Vishwanath Darshan on Thursday by Bharat Gaurav train.

An atmosphere of devotion and enthusiasm reigned at Ambikapur Railway Station from early morning. Devotees arrived at the station chanting "Jai Shri Ram," "Har Har Mahadev," and "Jai Siya Ram." Family members applied tilak and showered flowers to the passengers, bidding them farewell with best wishes.

The Bharat Gaurav train was flagged off by public representatives and officials. Mayor Manjusha Bhagat, Chairman Harvinder Singh Tinni, District Panchayat President Nirupa Singh, and other public representatives were present.

Officials of Chhattisgarh Tourism Board, District Administration and IRCTC welcomed the passengers and wished them a successful journey.

Under the Ramlala Darshan Yojana, devotees will be given darshan of Lord Ramlala in Shri Ayodhya Dham and Baba Vishwanath in Kashi.

Rail travel, accommodation, pure vegetarian meals, drinking water, local transportation, medical assistance, and security are provided free of charge throughout the journey. Special facilities are also provided for senior citizens, women, and disabled travelers.

Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai said that a devotee's financial situation should not hinder their faith. With this in mind, the state government is providing free religious pilgrimage opportunities to thousands of people.

Tourism and Culture Minister Rajesh Agarwal said that this scheme is not just a religious tour, but a campaign to strengthen Indian culture, spiritual values ​​and social harmony.

Many elderly devotees who left for the pilgrimage said emotionally that due to financial reasons they could not go to Ayodhya and Kashi throughout their life, but this scheme fulfilled their long-cherished dream.

The devotees expressed their gratitude to the state government and called it a very commendable initiative for the common people.

Raipur. A case of alleged fraud involving relationships masquerading as a business partnership has come to light in Raipur, the capital. A businessman associated with the Adhiraaj Group has been accused of defrauding his sister and brother-in-law of approximately ₹1.25 crore. Based on the victim's complaint, the Telibandha police station has registered a case under various sections, including fraud, forgery, and forgery, and has begun an investigation.

According to police, Shivangi Garg (43), a resident of Nagpur, stated in her complaint that her brother, Shubham Singhal, and sister-in-law, Jaya Singhal, ran a partnership firm in Raipur called Adhiraj Cement and later, Adhiraj Tradelink. In 2020, she and her husband were duped into investing approximately ₹1.25 crore in cash and through bank accounts at various times, under the promise of expanding the business and doubling their investment returns.

According to the complaint, some money was initially returned in the name of profits to maintain trust, but later the payments were stopped. Upon requesting the return of their investment, the couple was made partners in both firms on April 4, 2025. Even then, the money was not returned.

The matter came to light when Shivangi Garg obtained documents from the Registrar of Firms under the Right to Information (RTI). The documents revealed that her signature was allegedly forged on the partnership deed for March and April 2026, showing her as retired from the firm. The victim claims she was not even present in Raipur on those dates.

Based on the complaint, the police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and have begun examining the documents. Further action will be taken after verifying the veracity of the allegations.