In the meeting of Chhattisgarh Tribal Advisory Council, Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai took many major decisions regarding Bastar development, protection of tribal culture, education, health, roads and electricity facilities. Niyad Nella Naar 2.0 will launch soon.
Raipur. An important meeting of Chhattisgarh Tribal Advisory Council was held at Mantralaya Mahanadi Bhawan under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai. In the meeting, many important issues related to development, education, health, basic facilities and cultural preservation of the tribal community were discussed and many important decisions were taken.
Chief Minister Shri Sai said that Bastar region, which is bigger than Kerala in terms of area, remained away from development for a long time. But now the schemes are expanding rapidly there and a new beginning of development is visible.
Bastar Development News: Development work is increasing rapidly in Bastar.
Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai said that the aim of the government is to connect Bastar and other tribal areas with the mainstream of development. He said that now basic facilities like roads, electricity, water and ration are being provided rapidly in remote areas. He said that earlier due to Naxalism, development work in these areas was affected, but now the situation is changing and the benefits of the schemes are reaching the people directly.
Tribal Culture Protection: Emphasis on protection of Devguri and Sarna sites
Chief Minister Shri Sai described the preservation of tribal culture and traditions as the priority of the government. He instructed the officials to ensure the security of religious and cultural places like Devguri and Sarna. Along with this, instructions were also given to take strict action to stop illegal encroachment at these sites.
Dharti Aaba Gram Utkarsh Yojana: Education and health facilities strengthened in 6600 villages
The Chief Minister said that under “Dharti Aaba Gram Utkarsh Yojana”, education and health facilities are being strengthened in 6600 villages of the state. He said that the government is continuously working to provide better health services and quality education to the villages. Under PM Janman Yojana, 32 thousand houses have been approved so far.
Niyad Nella Nar 2.0: Electricity, water and roads will reach remote areas
The success of “Niyad Nella Naar Scheme” was discussed in detail in the meeting. Chief Minister Shri Sai announced that “Niyad Nella Naar 2.0” will be launched soon. He said that under this new scheme, facilities like electricity, water, roads and ration will be further expanded in remote areas. Also, under “Mukhyamantri Swasth Bastar Yojana”, the work of health checkup of 36 lakh people is going on continuously.
Tribal Land Issue: Lease cases of tribal lands will be investigated
Chief Minister Shri Sai directed to investigate the cases of long-term lease and misuse of tribal land. Along with this, instructions were also given to soon send the proposal to include Korwa and Sansari Oraon castes in the Scheduled Tribe list to the Central Government.
Chhattisgarh Education News: Emphasis on increasing hostel seats and appointment of teachers
To strengthen the education system, the Chief Minister directed to increase seats in hostels, improve their maintenance and ensure availability of adequate number of teachers. He also gave clear instructions to start education system for children in Naxal free areas early and not to conduct classes in the open.
Ambikapur National Highway: Chief Minister angry over slow construction work
Chief Minister Shri Sai expressed his displeasure over the delay in the construction work of Ambikapur National Highway. He instructed the officials that the construction work should be completed on time and with quality. He also expressed the need to pay special attention to the roads that get cut off during the rainy season.
Ramvichar Netam said – With the end of Naxalism, the benefits of the schemes reached the villages.
Ramvichar Netam, Minister of Tribal Development Department and Vice President of the Council, said that Naxalism remained the biggest obstacle to development for a long time in Bastar, Surguja and other remote areas. He said that now the situation has changed and public welfare schemes are being implemented rapidly. Due to this, the local people are getting direct benefits and the tribal society is rapidly joining the mainstream of development.
He said that all departments have been instructed to work in mutual coordination and complete the schemes on time. Besides, emphasis has also been laid on resolving sensitive matters on priority basis.
Basic facilities reaching special backward tribes
Ramvichar Netam said that now facilities like electricity, water and roads are reaching the settlements of special backward tribes. He said that with the construction of new hostels, children from remote areas are getting better education and opportunity to progress. This is strengthening the path of their overall development.
Many ministers, MLAs and senior officials were present in the meeting.
Deputy Chief Minister Mr. Arun Sao, Forest Minister Mr. Kedar Kashyap, Vice President of Bastar Development Authority Ms. Lata Usendi, Vice President of Surguja Area Development Authority Mrs. Gomti Sai, Vice President of Central Region Development Authority Mr. Pranab Marpacchi and many MLAs and senior officials were present in the meeting.
Apart from this, Chief Secretary Mr. Vikassheel, Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Mr. Subodh Kumar Singh, Principal Secretary of Tribal Development Department Mr. Sonmani Bora and Director General of Police Mr. Arun Dev Gautam also attended the meeting.