Kumar Bahukhandi
Interacts with Villagers, Listens to Issues and Orders Immediate Solutions
Raipur: Under the statewide “Sushasan Tihar 2026” campaign, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai made an unexpected visit to Shantipara in Gram Panchayat Silma, located in Batouli development block of Surguja district on Sunday May 3, 2026 .
His helicopter landed suddenly, drawing attention from local residents. Through a Jan Chaupal, he directly engaged with villagers, reviewing the ground-level implementation of government schemes and issuing instructions for the prompt resolution of public grievances.
During the interaction, villagers presented their concerns and demands before the Chief Minister.
Responding with sensitivity and a “citizen-centric and accountable governance approach”, he directed officials to ensure that every application is resolved within a defined timeline. He emphasised that the government’s aim is not merely to design schemes but to ensure that their benefits reach “the last person in line”.
On this occasion, Rajesh Shukla, a resident of Suarpara village, highlighted his financial hardships and submitted a request for electricity bill waiver and financial assistance. Taking immediate cognisance with a “humane and responsive administrative outlook”, the Chief Minister assured that, considering his condition, the process for waiving his electricity dues would be completed, along with necessary financial support.
Moved by the swift response, Rajesh Shukla said he had been struggling with his issue for a long time, but today the Chief Minister personally listened to him and assured a solution.
Expressing gratitude, he stated that the Chaupal became a platform of “relief and renewed trust” for him.
Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai stated that “Sushasan Tihar” represents a commitment to bring “positive and transformative changes in governance”. He informed that through this 40-day campaign, the administration will now reach directly to the people’s doorsteps and ensure on-the-spot resolution of their issues, he remarked.
He further added that earlier citizens had to visit offices repeatedly for their work, but now the government itself will travel village to village to listen and resolve concerns, ensuring a “simpler, faster, and transparent service delivery system”. He instructed officials to treat every application received during Jan Chaupals with seriousness and ensure timely disposal, CM Sai affirmed.
During the programme, the Chief Minister also sought feedback from villagers on ongoing development works and the impact of various government schemes.
Tourism Minister Rajesh Agrawal, Lundra MLA Prabodh Minj, Mayor Manjusha Bhagat, Collector Ajit Vasant, along with other public representatives, officials, and a large number of villagers were present on the occasion .
