Under the leadership of Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, we are all contributing to the state’s growth: Shri Tank Ram Verma
e-Ret Sangwari App and Career Information Center launched at Balodabazar Rajyotsav
State Foundation Day celebrations in Balodabazar showcase culture and development initiatives
Raipur 06 November 2024// Chhattisgarh State Foundation Day was celebrated as ‘Rajyotsav’ with great pomp and show at the Pandit Chakrapani School Ground in Balodabazar district headquarters. The event featured colorful performances showcasing the art, culture, and traditions of Chhattisgarh, captivating the audience.
Chief Guest of the ceremony, District In-Charge and Health Minister Shri Shyam Bihari Jaiswal, inaugurated the event by lighting a lamp in front of the portrait of Chhattisgarh Mahtari. Revenue Minister Shri Tank Ram Verma presided over the ceremony as a special guest. During the event, the district administration launched two significant initiatives: the ‘e-Ret Sangwari Application 1.0’, aimed at providing easy access to sand for the beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Gramin, and a “Career Information Center” at the District Library to assist with career counseling.
In his address, Chief Guest Shri Jaiswal congratulated the people of Chhattisgarh on the 24th Foundation Day of the state, highlighting the historical importance of its creation. “The then Prime Minister, Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee, fulfilled the long-standing demand for the creation of Chhattisgarh by carving out a separate state. Today, Chhattisgarh is rapidly reaching new heights of development, with the double-engine government driving all-round progress. Under the able leadership of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai, this government has made commendable achievements in just 10 months. Our priority is the development of those who are still deprived of their rights, while preserving the ancient culture of the state and strengthening the values that promote national unity”, he said.
He further added that the government had fulfilled most of the guarantees made by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in the short span of 10 months. “Chhattisgarh is a young state, and our government is creating more opportunities for education and employment for our youth. In the past 10 months, recruitment processes for over 7,000 government posts have been initiated. Besides, the implementation of the new National Education Policy has made education more employment-oriented. We are confident that the pace of Chhattisgarh’s development will accelerate, and our new vision document and industry policy, which we are launching today, will further shape our state’s future,” he stated.
Revenue Minister Shri Tank Ram Verma, in his speech, reflected on the state’s progress over the past 24 years. “It is a moment of great pride for all of us. Over these years, Chhattisgarh has witnessed development in every sector. Our government has initiated the ‘Rajya Khel Alankaran’ initiative to honor and encourage athletes, and we are increasing facilities to support them. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai, we are all contributing to the state’s growth. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has called for a resolution to make India a developed nation by 2047, and we must all work together to achieve this goal. Our government’s mission is to realize the vision of a ‘Viksit Bharat’,” he said.
Various government departments set up development-oriented exhibitions at the Rajyotsav venue. Besides, a rangoli competition by schoolchildren, a free health camp, selfie points, and a Garhkalewa stall featuring Chhattisgarhi cuisine added to the event’s appeal. The Public Relations Department’s exhibition and various other attractions were also well-received by the attendees. The cultural presentations, featuring performances by local artists, continued until late in the evening. The audience was enthralled by the music and dance performances representing Chhattisgarh’s rich traditions. Notable performances included Chhattisgarhi singer Smt. Kavita Vaasnik, Shri Mani Singh Thakur and his team from the Karamda-based folk cultural group ‘Jhampi,’ Shri Manoj Markandey and his team from the Kohraud-based ‘Baba Ke Deewana’ Panthi Party, and a vibrant cultural programme by schoolchildren.
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