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Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai inaugurates the ₹50-lakh Sarvamangal Bhavan at Garhfuljhar in Mahasamund district on Saturday, 24 October 2026, in the presence of Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan, Food and Civil Supplies Minister Dayal Das Baghel and other public representatives and community members. Photo: channel24india.com via CG/CMO
Chief Minister inaugurates ₹50-lakh Sarvamangal Bhavan in Garhfuljhar, announces another ₹50 lakh for a temple dome and outlines initiatives in housing, digital services, tourism and irrigation.
Key Highlights
- CM Vishnu Deo Sai attends the Baba Bishashey Kul Kolta Samaj’s annual Sneh Sammelan and Bandhu Milan in Garhfuljhar.
- Inaugurates Sarvamangal Bhavan, constructed at a cost of ₹50 lakh.
- Announces ₹50 lakh for a dome in the temple premises.
- Reviews local development, including ₹48-lakh pond beautification and an approximately ₹3.50-crore road.
- Highlights housing, women’s financial assistance and technology-based public services.
- Dharmendra Pradhan, Roopkumari Choudhary and Sampat Agrawal address the gathering.
Raipur: Ensuring that government schemes reach every section of society through good governance, transparency and accountability remains the state government’s priority, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai said while attending the annual Sneh Sammelan and Bandhu Milan organised by the Baba Bishashey Kul Kolta Samaj at Garhfuljhar in Basna development block of Mahasamund district on Saturday, 24 October 2026. He inaugurated the ₹50-lakh Sarvamangal Bhavan and announced another ₹50 lakh for the construction of a dome in the temple premises in response to the community’s demand.
Development Commitments Taking Shape in Garhfuljhar
Sai said commitments made for Garhfuljhar’s development in 2024 were now being translated into completed projects and ongoing works. The newly constructed Sarvamangal Bhavan would provide improved facilities for social and community activities.
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai addresses the Baba Bishashey Kul Kolta Samaj’s annual gathering at Garhfuljhar in Mahasamund district on Saturday, 24 October 2026, highlighting welfare initiatives, transparent governance and local development projects. Photo: channel24india.com via CG/CMO
He said beautification of Mansarovar pond was being undertaken at a cost of ₹48 lakh. Construction of an approximately 1.75-kilometre road, estimated to cost around ₹3.50 crore, was also progressing.
These projects, he said, would expand basic amenities in Garhfuljhar and neighbouring areas while supporting social, religious and cultural activities.
“The change brought about by development is now clearly visible in Garhfuljhar. In the coming years, development works will be accelerated further in keeping with the area’s needs,” Sai said.
Kolta Community’s Contribution to Education, Agriculture and Service
Appreciating the Kolta community, the Chief Minister said the state government had consistently received its affection, cooperation and blessings.
He described the community as hardworking, educated, prosperous and committed to social values, noting its distinctive contribution to agriculture, education, service and social welfare.
Sai said the community had played an important role in strengthening social unity and mutual cooperation. Its progressive outlook and social awareness also offered inspiration and guidance to other communities.
Government Working to Fulfil ‘Modi’s Guarantees’
The Chief Minister said the state government was giving priority to fulfilling its public welfare commitments in accordance with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s guarantees.
“Our priority is clear: every family in the state should experience a positive change, and the benefits of development should reach every person in need without discrimination,” Sai said.
Referring to the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana–Gramin, he said work was progressing rapidly to provide permanent homes to poor families without adequate housing. Approximately 1,600 houses were being constructed daily across the state, while families belonging to Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups were also receiving housing approvals on priority.
He said eligible women were being provided ₹1,000 every month under the Mahtari Vandan Yojana to support their economic empowerment.
Alongside fulfilling commitments to farmers, the government was implementing schemes for tendu leaf collectors, workers, young people and other sections of society. The objective, he said, was to ensure that development and welfare benefits reached the last person.
Technology to Strengthen Transparency and Accountability
Sai said the government was making extensive use of technology to strengthen good governance and improve public service delivery.
The Chief Minister’s Helpline 1076 had been introduced for the prompt resolution of citizens’ grievances. Timelines and the responsibilities of the officials concerned had been fixed for addressing complaints received through the service.
He said the Seva Setu portal was providing access to approximately 700 government services across 36 departments, reducing the need for repeated visits to government offices.
In rural areas, Atal Digital Suvidha Kendras were also making public services and financial transactions simpler and more accessible.
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai receives a floral welcome alongside Mahasamund MP Roopkumari Choudhary during the Kolta community’s annual gathering at Garhfuljhar in Mahasamund district on Saturday, 24 October 2026, with Food Minister Dayal Das Baghel and other public representatives and community members present.Photo :channel24india.com via CG/CMO
“Bringing governance closer to citizens through technology and making government services simple, transparent and time-bound is our government’s commitment to good governance,” Sai said.
Tourism Development to Support Local Livelihoods
The Chief Minister said Chhattisgarh’s natural beauty, religious traditions, archaeological heritage and rich culture offered substantial opportunities for tourism.
The government was focusing on religious, cultural and nature-based tourism while expanding essential facilities at visitor destinations.
He said arrangements such as homestays were being encouraged to create employment and self-employment opportunities for local residents, enabling communities to benefit from tourism development.
Irrigation Projects to Strengthen Agriculture
Referring to the Sirpur barrage and the Sikasar–Kodar link project, Sai said expanded irrigation would support farmers’ prosperity and increased agricultural production.
The government, he said, was advancing important projects to increase irrigation capacity and bring water to farmers’ fields.
Garhfuljhar an Important Centre of Faith and Heritage: Pradhan
Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan addresses the Kolta community’s annual Sneh Sammelan and Bandhu Milan at Garhfuljhar in Mahasamund district on Saturday, 24 October 2026, highlighting the region’s spiritual heritage and the community’s contribution to agriculture and national development. Photo: channel24india.com via CG/CMO
Former Union minister and Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan said visiting Garhfuljhar was a privilege. Highlighting the religious importance of Maa Ramchandi Temple, he described the area as an important centre of faith, spirituality and cultural heritage.
He said the construction of a gurdwara and the development of the Lakshmi-Narayan Temple would provide further direction to religious tourism.
Pradhan noted the continuing expansion of spiritual and cultural activities in the Basna region.
“The inauguration of Sarvamangal Bhavan will further strengthen social unity, mutual cooperation and brotherhood,” he said.
He described the Kolta community as hardworking, closely connected with agriculture and an important contributor to the development of the nation and society.
Farmers’ Interests Remain a Priority
Pradhan said the Centre and the state’s “double-engine government” were giving the highest priority to farmers’ interests.
He praised Chhattisgarh’s farmers for their contribution to paddy production and national food security, saying their hard work strengthened both the state economy and the country’s food supply.
MP Announces Support for Temple Stairway Shelter
Mahasamund MP Roopkumari Choudhary described Garhfuljhar as an important centre of devotion and faith and said continuous efforts were being made for its comprehensive development.
She praised the Kolta community’s generosity, friendliness and inclusive approach towards people from different communities and backgrounds.
Choudhary congratulated the people of Chhattisgarh on Sirpur’s inclusion in UNESCO’s tentative World Heritage list, as mentioned in her address. She also announced funding from her MP Local Area Development allocation for a shelter over the steps at Maa Ramchandi Temple.
Commitment to the Region’s Comprehensive Development
Basna MLA Dr Sampat Agrawal described the annual Sneh Sammelan and Bandhu Milan as an important occasion for strengthening social harmony and brotherhood.
He acknowledged the Kolta community’s contribution to education, agriculture, service and social welfare, and reiterated his commitment to the region’s comprehensive development.
Food and Civil Supplies Minister and Mahasamund district in-charge minister Dayal Das Baghel, Raipur North MLA Purandar Mishra, Kolta Samaj president Bhuvneshwar Sadavarti, public representatives, community office-bearers and a large number of citizens attended.
