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Cabinet Minister Gajendra Yadav administers the oath to newly elected office-bearers of the Yadav (Thethwar) Samaj Mahasabha during the ceremony at its state headquarters in Rajim, Gariaband district, on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
Photo: channel24india.com via Sashikant Yadu
More than 700 community members attend the ceremony as new office-bearers pledge unity and social development; community census form for 2027 unveiled.
Key Highlights
- Cabinet Minister Gajendra Yadav attends the oath-taking ceremony as chief guest.
- Khallari MLA Dwarikadhish Yadav presides over the programme.
- Santosh Yadu takes oath as state president, alongside general secretary Sameliya Yadav and treasurer Raman Yadav.
- Youth and women’s wings assume responsibilities, with a management executive comprising more than 100 members.
- The new leadership presents a one-year action plan for organisational strengthening and community development.
- The Thethwar Community Census Form 2027 is released during the ceremony.
Raipur: The newly elected office-bearers of the Yadav (Thethwar) Samaj Mahasabha, Rajim, pledge to strengthen community unity, organisational participation and social development at an oath-taking ceremony held at the organisation’s state headquarters in Rajim, Gariaband district, on Sunday, October 25, 2026. Cabinet Minister Gajendra Yadav administers the oath to the principal office-bearers in the presence of legislators, senior community members and a gathering of more than 700 people.
Khallari MLA Dwarikadhish Yadav presides over the ceremony. Chandrapur MLA Ramkumar Yadav, Rajim MLA Rohit Sahu and Rajim Municipal Council president Mahesh Yadav also attend, along with other public representatives and community members.
Traditional Welcome Celebrates Community Heritage
Cabinet Minister Gajendra Yadav is felicitated with traditional headgear, a garland and a memento during the Yadav (Thethwar) Samaj Mahasabha’s oath-taking ceremony in Rajim, Gariaband district, on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
Photo: channel24india.com via Shashikant Yadu
State media in-charge Shashikant Yadu says the programme begins with an aarti dedicated to Lord Krishna and the lighting of the ceremonial lamp.
An Ahir dance performance in traditional attire welcomes the guests, while young girls shower flowers to greet dignitaries and community members.
Guests are also honoured with traditional offerings of khurmi and kuletha, reflecting Chhattisgarh’s cultural customs.
According to the organisers, more than 700 people attend the programme, which brings together outgoing and incoming office-bearers in an atmosphere of mutual respect and fellowship.
New State Leadership Takes Oath
Cabinet Minister Gajendra Yadav administers the oath to newly elected state president Santosh Yadu, general secretary Sameliya Yadav and treasurer Raman Yadav.
Santosh Yadu subsequently administers the oath to the remaining state executive members and office-bearers of the youth wing, women’s wing and management executive.
The office-bearers commit themselves to working collectively for community unity, organisational strength and social progress.
Youth and Women’s Wings Assume Responsibilities
Community members attend the Yadav (Thethwar) Samaj Mahasabha’s oath-taking and felicitation ceremony at its state headquarters in Rajim, Gariaband district, on Sunday, October 25, 2026.Photo: channel24india.com via Sashikant Yadu
The youth wing is headed by state president Ugrasen Yadu, with B. P. Yadu as general secretary and Mahitosh Yadav as treasurer.
Pushpa Bhuvneshwar Yadav serves as state president of the women’s wing, alongside general secretary Kiran Balendra Yadu and treasurer Suniti Santu Yadav.
A management executive comprising more than 100 members is also constituted to support the Mahasabha’s functioning and strengthen its organisational activities.
Incoming and Outgoing Teams Honour One Another
The newly elected office-bearers honour their predecessors with garlands and mementoes, acknowledging their contributions to the organisation.
Outgoing state president Gulendra Yadav reciprocates by welcoming and honouring the incoming leadership with garlands and commemorative gifts.
The exchange marks the transition of responsibilities and reinforces the ceremony’s emphasis on cooperation and continuity.
Santosh Yadu Presents One-Year Action Plan
Newly elected state president Santosh Yadu presents an action plan for the coming year, outlining priorities for community development, organisational strengthening and social unity.
He expresses his commitment to completing the identified objectives within the proposed timeframe.
The plan provides a framework for the new team’s activities as it begins its term.
Community Census Form 2027 Released
Gajendra Yadav releases the Thethwar Community Census Form 2027 prepared by the Mahasabha.
The initiative aims to compile information on the community’s population, number of families and other important social indicators in an organised manner.
Organisers say the information will help guide future community development, welfare activities and the implementation of relevant initiatives.
Organisers Thank Participants and Volunteers
Issuing details of the event, state media in-charge Shashikant Yadu emphasises the importance of unity, mutual support and organised efforts in advancing community development.
He thanks the guests, office-bearers and community members who contribute to the programme.
Gajanan Yadav Guruji and Kanhaiya Yadav Guruji conduct the proceedings. A community meal and prasad are arranged for participants, and general secretary Sameliya Yadav delivers the closing vote of thanks.
