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Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai pays a courtesy visit to the Union Minister for Health & Family Welfare and Chemicals & Fertilisers, JP Nadda, at his residence in New Delhi on Thursday June 25, 2026-Photo Credit -channel24india.com
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai seeks expansion of health care services and timely availability of fertilisers and quality seeds for farmers across Chhattisgarh
New Delhi: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai paid a courtesy visit to the Union Minister for Health & Family Welfare and Chemicals & Fertilisers, JP Nadda, at his residence in New Delhi on Thursday June 25, 2026 .
During the meeting, detailed and meaningful discussions were held on various departmental and contemporary issues, including public health, medical infrastructure, and the pharmaceutical and fertiliser sectors.
Chief Minister Sai apprised the Union Minister that the state government is continuously working towards expanding and strengthening health services. Hospitals, medical colleges, and other medical institutions are being bolstered, particularly to ensure the delivery of quality healthcare facilities to remote, rural, and tribal areas. He stated that the state government aims to provide citizens with superior medical treatment and modern healthcare facilities within the state itself, Sai added.
While having the meeting, the Chief Minister also discussed matters related to the agriculture and fertiliser sectors. He informed the Union Minister that clear instructions have been issued to ensure the adequate and timely availability of fertilizers and seeds for farmers in the state. The government is ensuring that farmers do not face any difficulties and that the supply of essential agricultural inputs remains smooth throughout the Kharif season, Sai Continued.
Chief Minister Sai mentioned that officials have been instructed to maintain constant vigilance over the fertiliser distribution system and to show zero tolerance towards black marketing, hoarding, or negligence. Additionally, directives have been issued to launch village-level campaigns to connect farmers with modern agricultural techniques and encourage the adoption of new technologies, he described.
He also informed the Union Minister that the state government is promoting the use of Nano Urea and Nano DAP. Extensive awareness campaigns are being conducted to educate farmers about the benefits of these products, aiming to boost agricultural productivity, reduce costs, and make farming more profitable.
The Chief Minister stated that the Chhattisgarh government, with the full cooperation of the Government of India, is continuously striving to accelerate development in the sectors of health, agriculture, and public welfare. Better coordination between the Centre and the State is being further strengthened for the overall development of the State, he noted.
Union Minister Shri J.P. Nadda appreciated the expansion of health services in Chhattisgarh, the measures being taken in the interest of farmers, and the efforts being made for public welfare. He assured all possible support from the Central Government in the health sector and other areas of development.
