Chief Minister Attends the 55th Central Convention of Chandranahu Kurmi Kshatriya Community
CM Praises Community Unity and Strength
Raipur, June 7, 2026/
Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai attended the 55th Central Convention of the Chandranahu (Chandrakar) Kurmi Kshatriya Community at the Agricultural Produce Market Yard in Chhati village of Dhamtari district on June 7.
Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai stated that an organised, educated and aware community is the true strength behind nation-building. The stronger a community becomes, the more progressive, prosperous and self-reliant the nation will be. He stated that it is a privilege for him to participate in the prestigious gathering.
Chief Minister Shri Sai stated that the Chandranahu Kurmi Kshatriya Community is a custodian of rich traditions, social awareness, organisational strength and exemplary values. He noted that the community has produced great personalities for the nation, such as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Iron Man Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, whose ideals continue to inspire public service and nation-building.
The Chief Minister stated that any community progresses through education, organisation, values and social responsibility. He observed that the Chandranahu community has made significant contributions in agriculture, education, administration, politics, social service and entrepreneurship, playing an important role in the development of both the state and the nation. He added that the younger generation is writing a new chapter of progress through education, technological skills and innovation.
On the occasion, Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai announced several important development initiatives for the area. He announced the construction of the Chhati–Jhuranavagaon road, the initiation of the process to grant Nagar Panchayat status to Chhati village, the construction of a new Higher Secondary School building and the allocation of land in Nava Raipur for a community hall. The announcements received enthusiastic applause from the people.
The Chief Minister stated that such conventions are not merely social events but effective platforms for strengthening community awareness, unity and empowerment. When members of the community come together to exchange ideas, share experiences, and guide the younger generation, new opportunities for social development and collective progress emerge.
He appreciated the community’s tradition of honouring individuals and students who have achieved excellence in administrative services, education, sports, business and other fields. He said that a culture of recognition encourages healthy competition and excellence within society and inspires young people to achieve greater success.
Chief Minister Shri Sai said that education is the true strength of any community and serves as the foundation of social and economic progress. He noted that the state government is effectively implementing various welfare schemes to expand educational opportunities and ensure students’ holistic development. He urged all sections of the community to make the most of these initiatives.
The Chief Minister appealed to entrepreneurs and businesspersons from the community to study the state government’s new industrial policy and take advantage of emerging investment opportunities.
He said that Chhattisgarh has created a favourable environment for industry and investment. The new industrial policy includes several incentives for youth, entrepreneurs, and investors that will generate new employment opportunities and accelerate economic growth across the state.
During the programme, Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai released the book ‘Adbhut Shri Tulsi Charitayanam’, which highlights the community’s cultural and literary heritage.
The event also featured the felicitation of officers and employees serving in administrative services and other prestigious institutions, as well as meritorious students and sportspersons who have excelled in their respective fields.
Presenting the community report, Central President of the community, Shri Dinesh Chandrakar, said that the 55th year of the central convention reflects the community’s unity, social awareness and continued progress.
MP Shri Vijay Baghel, MLA Shri Ajay Chandrakar, MLA Shri Lalit Chandrakar, former MLA Shri Vinod Chandrakar, Shri Lal Bahadur Chandravanshi, Shri Poonam Chandrakar, office-bearers of the community, public representatives and a large number of community members were present.
