Raipur, 6 November (HS). At the conclusion of the three-day Rajyotsav and state investiture ceremony organized on the occasion of Chhattisgarh State Foundation Day, Governor Ramen Deka said, I come from Assam state. This is a green region. The states of Chhattisgarh and Assam have many similarities. 44 percent of Chhattisgarh is covered with forests. Both the states are rich in natural resources. Praising Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai for continuously taking Chhattisgarh forward on the path of development while maintaining balance with nature, he said that in the 24 years of the establishment of Chhattisgarh, we have made remarkable progress in education, agriculture, health and many other important sectors. Is. As a young state, our aim is not just economic development but holistic development in which every citizen can upliftment.
We all have to realize Prime Minister Narendra Modi's concept of Developed India 2047. Every citizen, every youth will contribute with full enthusiasm in this. The contribution of women in the development of the state is very important. Many schemes have been started in the direction of women empowerment. Innovative schemes like Mahtari Vandan Yojana are being run to provide women a respectable place in the society.
Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai started his address by congratulating the respected personalities who were being decorated. He said that among the celebrities being decorated today, Butlu Ram Mathra ji of Narayanpur is also there. He was also praised by our illustrious Prime Minister in the program “Mann Ki Baat”.
The Chief Minister said that Rajyotsav is a symbol of unity and integrity of 03 crore Chhattisgarhis. In the last 2 days, we celebrated the achievements of Chhattisgarh during the journey of 24 years, but today is an opportunity to talk about our journey ahead, an opportunity to resolve to touch new heights of development. Is.
The Chief Minister said that next year we will celebrate the silver jubilee of the establishment of the state, the journey beyond that will be a journey of moving forward towards the golden jubilee with the golden future of the state. The Chief Minister said that our mothers and sisters are our strength for future development. As a result of our Mahtari Vandan Yojana, the mothers and sisters of the state are becoming economically and socially empowered. Only through women empowerment will we be able to empower the state.
He said that the roots of democracy are being strengthened by establishing peace in tribal areas. There is no place for violence in the holy land of Chhattisgarh. Fighting vigorously against Maoism. Maoism is now counting its last breaths in the state.
The Chief Minister said that we are organizing Bastar Olympics with the aim of connecting the youth of Bastar region with the mainstream of development and bringing forward the sports talents of Bastar. All citizens including farmers, tribals, laborers, women, youth of the state While appealing, the Chief Minister said that they should become partners in the economic, social and cultural progress of the state. With the efforts of all of you, the dreams of a developed Chhattisgarh will come true.
On this occasion, Chief Minister Sai also made an important announcement to encourage folk artistes. In connection with the “Chhattisgarh Artist Registration Payment Rules 2021”, made with the aim of encouraging the folk artistes of Chhattisgarh and propagating the folk culture in the country and abroad, he mentioned about the state in the field of art, music, dance, drama and singing. Announced to set a specific grade 'A1' for artists receiving decorations.
Also, the maximum program acceptance limit for all “A” category artistes is increased from 10 to 20 and it is announced that the maximum limit for “B” category artistes is increased from 12 to 24. Also announced to include maximum 3 eminent art experts as non-official members in every meeting of the Grade Determination Committee.
On this occasion, Assembly Speaker Dr. Raman Singh also addressed the function. He said that we have done good work in Chhattisgarh in every field from food security to skill upgradation. Chhattisgarh was once known for migration. Migration from Chhattisgarh stopped after rice became available at Re 1 per kg. Now there are IITs and IIMs also. There are also 14 medical colleges. On this occasion, he also congratulated all the citizens on the State Foundation Day.
On this occasion, Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao, Chief Secretary Amitabh Jain, Director General of Police Ashok Juneja, Secretary to the Chief Minister P. Dayanand and other officers and distinguished citizens were present.