Chhattisgarh's Blueprint for Progress: From Misrule to Development

Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai highlighted the transformation in Chhattisgarh under his government, focusing on development and addressing misgovernance by Congress. The state's budget emphasizes inclusive growth and transparency, with increased revenues in mineral and excise sectors, alongside strengthened anti-Naxal operations and expanded aviation infrastructure.

In a significant push for development, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai spotlighted Chhattisgarh's progress under his leadership, contrasting it with the stagnation during the Congress rule. Addressing the legislative assembly, Sai underscored the importance of effective budget management in steering the state toward becoming a developed entity.

The assembly approved a budgetary demand of Rs 10,617.73 crore across multiple departments, with the latest budget pivoting on the theme 'SANKALP,' focused on inclusive growth and infrastructure investment. Highlighting past misgovernance by Congress, Sai emphasized the BJP government's zero-tolerance policy towards corruption, citing an exponential rise in excise revenue as evidence of enhanced transparency.

Chhattisgarh's developmental strides are reflected in the increased mineral revenue contributing significantly to the state's GDP. The state continues to strengthen its anti-Naxal operations, attributing success to leadership from PM Modi and Union Minister Shah. Additionally, strengthening administrative systems and expanding aviation infrastructure remain focal points in boosting the state's growth trajectory.

(With inputs from agencies.)