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July 10, 2026 6:25 PM

Indian Railways approves Rs 175 crore project to expand electric locomotive maintenance facilities at Raipur

Indian Railways has approved a ₹175-crore infrastructure project to create additional homing facilities for 250 three-phase electric locomotives at the High Horse Power (HHP) Diesel Shed in Raipur under the South East Central Railway (SECR), in a move aimed at strengthening maintenance infrastructure and supporting the rapid expansion of its electric locomotive fleet. The project is part of Indian Railways' ongoing efforts to augment maintenance capacity in line with the growing number of ele...

May 27, 2026 2:07 PM

Review of SECL operations, digital push and healthcare upgrade mark MoS Satish Chandra Dubey’s Chhattisgarh visit

Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines Satish Chandra Dubey on Tuesday reviewed the operations and future expansion plans of South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) during a one-day visit to Chhattisgarh, while also holding discussions with Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on coal production, infrastructure and energy security. During the meeting in Raipur, the Union Minister and the CM discussed strengthening coordination between the Centre and the state to accelerate development projects in ...

May 18, 2026 9:59 PM

‘India is now Naxal-free’: Amit Shah meets martyrs’ families, announces new development push for Bastar

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday declared that India has become “Naxal-free”, asserting that the Narendra Modi government achieved in just three to four years what once appeared impossible even over decades. Addressing families of martyrs, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) personnel, and victims of Naxal violence in Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh, HM Shah said the country had finally overcome one of its biggest internal security challenges after six decades of violence and underdevelopmen...

May 18, 2026 5:38 PM

Amit Shah inaugurates tribal service centre in Bastar, says end of Naxalism marks ‘true freedom’ for region

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday inaugurated the Shaheed Veer Gundadhur Seva Dera Jan Suvidha Kendra in Bastar, Chhattisgarh, describing the development as a historic milestone in the region’s transformation after the decline of Naxalism. Addressing the gathering in Netanar village - the birthplace of tribal freedom fighter Veer Gundadhur - HM Shah said the village is revered as a “pilgrimage site” for every Indian because of its role in the 1910 Bhumkal Rebellion against British r...

March 10, 2026 10:15 AM

Amit Shah extends heartfelt greetings to CISF personnel on 57th Raising Day

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday extended heartfelt greetings to Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel on the occasion of 57th Raising Day. In a post on X, he praised the CISF, underlining their unwavering commitment, service to the nation, and patriotism. "Greetings to the CISF personnel on Raising Day. Whether safeguarding the nation's vital installations or shielding the nation during crises, their dedication reflects the true spirit of patriotism and professionalis...

March 6, 2026 4:34 PM

Khelo India Tribal Games to be held from March 25 to April 6 in Chhattisgarh

The inaugural edition of the Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) will be held from March 25 to April 6 across three cities in Chhattisgarh — Raipur, Jagdalpur and Sarguja, Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr Mansukh Mandaviya announced on Friday. The Games will feature seven medal sports — athletics, football, hockey, weightlifting, archery, swimming and wrestling — while mallakhamb and kabaddi will be included as demonstration sports. Athletes from most states and Union Territorie...

February 23, 2026 7:47 PM

Chhattisgarh eyes double-digit growth, GSDP growth projected at 11.57 pc in FY 2025-26

Chhattisgarh is expected to sustain robust economic growth in the financial year 2025–26 with state's Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) at current prices projected to rise from Rs 5.65 lakh crore in 2024–25 to around Rs 6.31 lakh crore in 2025–26, as per the Economic Survey Report presented in the state Assembly on Monday. "With an estimated growth rate of 11.57 per cent, the state is set to outperform the national average and maintain strong economic momentum," a statement issued by Ch...

February 10, 2026 5:39 PM

PM Modi highlights aspirations of young minds during Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday shared glimpses from his interaction with students from Coimbatore, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat and Assam during the second episode of the ninth edition of Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026. The Prime Minister held an informal interaction with students, referred to as Exam Warriors, as part of Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC) 2026. Welcoming students to the special edition of the programme, Modi noted that this time Pariksha Pe Charcha was organised across different parts of t...

February 10, 2026 11:40 AM

PM Modi hails Bastar Pandum festival, says Bastar now symbol of culture, confidence and development

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated the people of Chhattisgarh for the special celebration of the ‘Bastar Pandum’ festival, saying the event showcased the rich culture, traditions and tribal heritage of the Bastar region while reflecting its transformation into a symbol of development and self-confidence. The festival, held from February 7 to 9, emerged as a major cultural platform highlighting Bastar’s tribal identity through art, music, dance, handicrafts and indigenou...

February 9, 2026 6:08 PM

Chhattisgarh: PM Modi promoted tribal culture, commercialised forest resources through branding, says Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's sustained efforts towards tribal empowerment, cultural revival and economic self-reliance while addressing the closing ceremony of the Bastar Pandum Festival in Chhattisgarh's Bastar district. Speaking on the last day of the festival, Shah highlighted the Centre's initiatives to promote and commercialise tribal products and traditions, stating that the celebration of the 150th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Mun...