New Delhi: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah at the Parliament House on August 1.
During this significant meetings, the Chief Minister discussed key issues related to the holistic development of Chhattisgarh and strategies to counter the Maoist challenge. He also informed about the state’s public welfare schemes and future priorities.
CM Sai during the discussions also briefed the leaders about the progress made on the Maoist’s front.
CM Sai extends invitation to PM Modi for state’s Amrit Rajat Mahotsav
CM Vishnu Deo Sai during the meeting extended a formal invitation to PM Modi to be the Chief Guest at the upcoming Amrit Rajat Mahotsav, commemorating the 25th anniversary of formation of the state of Chhattisgarh on November 1.
आज संसद भवन में यशस्वी प्रधानमंत्री श्री नरेंद्र मोदी जी से सौजन्य भेंट कर छत्तीसगढ़ के विकास कार्यों, जनकल्याणकारी योजनाओं और भविष्य की प्राथमिकताओं से अवगत कराया।
माननीय प्रधानमंत्री जी को राज्य स्थापना की 25वीं वर्षगांठ के अवसर पर 1 नवंबर को रायपुर में आयोजित ‘अमृत रजत… pic.twitter.com/pzfXV8MTE3
— Vishnu Deo Sai (@vishnudsai) August 1, 2025
He also briefed PM Modi about the progress of ‘Anjor Vision @2047,’ which aims to align state’s holistic development goals with the national mission of Viksit Bharat. The CM also informed about the efforts being made to bring positive changes in Maoist affected areas of the state.
CM discusses anti-Naxal operations with Union Home Minister
CM Sai apprised the Home Minister of the achievements under anti-Maoist operations and the roadmap ahead. He stated that the state has achieved notable success in its anti-Naxal campaigns over the past one and a half years. Since December 2023, a total of 445 Maoists, including top leaders, have been neutralised in 33 major encounters. Additionally, 1,554 Maoists have been arrested, and 1,588 have surrendered.
He further highlighted that the state is working under a comprehensive “Integrated Development and Security” policy aimed at fully eliminating Maoist influence. This includes the expansion of road infrastructure, education, and healthcare services in affected regions. These initiatives have not only reduced Maoist influence but also strengthened public trust in the administration.
On this occasion, the Chief Minister also expressed his gratitude to the Union Home Minister for his continued support and guidance in ensuring security and development in Bastar and other affected regions.
The Union Minister commended the Chhattisgarh government’s initiatives, describing them as historic in the fight against Maoism. He assured full support from the Central Government in this ongoing mission.
The two leaders also discussed the preparations for the Amrit Rajat Mahotsav 2025, being organised to mark 25 years of Chhattisgarh’s formation.
The Chief Minister informed that special efforts are being made to make this celebration grand and memorable. The event will highlight the state’s cultural heritage, social unity, and economic achievements to a national and international audience.
(With inputs from ANI)
