Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai met Prime Minister Narendra Modi – Chhattisgarh’s development got a new momentum

Invitation given to Prime Minister Modi in ‘Amrit Silver Festival’ on 1 November

New Delhi, 1 August 2025: Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai today made a courtesy call on Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Parliament House. On this occasion, Chief Minister Sai invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the Amrit Silver Festival organized in Raipur on 1 November 2025 as the Chief Guest. Along with this, the Chief Minister also informed the Prime Minister about the future plans of the state government, development priorities and major topics related to public welfare. It is noteworthy that the 25th anniversary of the formation of the state in Chhattisgarh is being celebrated as Amrit Silver Jubilee Year. Chief Minister Sai said that this event will be historic for Chhattisgarh and its importance will increase even more with the dignified presence of the Prime Minister. Chief Minister Sai said that under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chhattisgarh is rapidly moving on the path of progress. He informed that the state government has prepared the ‘Anjor Vision @ 2047’ document, which presents the outline of inclusive and sustainable development of Chhattisgarh keeping in view the goal of developed India. This vision document focuses on reforms and innovation-based initiatives in sectors such as education, health, agriculture, industry, innovation and environment. The Chief Minister informed the Prime Minister that the Chhattisgarh Government, taking inspiration from the Central Government’s “Jan Vishwas Act 2023”, has passed the “Jan Vishwas Bill 2025” in the state, which has increased transparency in the justice system and made access more accessible and easy for the common citizens.

The Chief Minister also shared with the Prime Minister the information about the Chhattisgarh State Capital Region Development Authority (SCRDA) constituted for the planned and rapid development of the capital Nava Raipur. He informed that through this authority, the capital region is being developed as a modern, smart and fast-growing urban center. Chief Minister Sai also informed the Prime Minister about the remarkable progress being made in the field of industrial investment and employment generation in the state. He informed that as a result of the new Industrial Policy 2024-30 implemented in the year 2024, the interest of investors in the state is continuously increasing. Under the policy, a single window system has been implemented, which has made the establishment of industries simple, quick and transparent. Special incentives are being given to industries providing employment to more than 1000 persons. Chief Minister Sai informed that investment proposals worth Rs 6.65 lakh crore have been received from 84 companies so far between November 2024 and July 2025. He also mentioned that the foundation of the country’s first semiconductor unit has been laid in Nava Raipur, and the construction work of AI data center has also started. Similarly, Chhattisgarh is being developed as a technological and industrial hub by giving priority to textiles, pharma, readymade garments and IT services.

While discussing the education system of the state, the Chief Minister said that the state government is committed to ensuring quality education in rural and remote areas through rationalization of schools and teachers. Continuous efforts are being made to connect education with technology with the help of digital resources and trained teachers in tribal areas. The Chief Minister also informed the Prime Minister that the state government is working rapidly on two new ambitious projects like Medicity and Edu City. Medicity being developed in Raipur is emerging as a modern and excellent health center, which will give Chhattisgarh recognition as a medical hub and will provide employment opportunities on a large scale. Chief Minister Sai also mentioned the rehabilitation and confidence building schemes going on in Naxal-affected areas. He said that as a result of the sensitive and visionary policies of the state government, a large number of Naxalites have surrendered and returned to normal life. Basic facilities like education, health, communication and roads are being expanded rapidly in these areas, which has strengthened the faith of the common citizens in the government and they are being inspired to join the mainstream of development.