Massive Governance Expansion: Chhattisgarh Adds New Subdivisions and Tehsils
TFP Bureau Raipur, August 19, 2023: Chhattisgarh’s pursuit of enhanced governance and administration is taking a significant leap as Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel prepares to virtually inaugurate 13 new subdivisions and 18 new tehsils across the state. This strategic initiative, aimed at bringing governmental functions closer to the public, underscores the state’s commitment to transparency and efficiency in its administrative operations. The virtual inauguration is scheduled for August 20, to coincide with ‘Harmony Day,’ which marks the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Bharat Ratna late Rajiv Gandhi.
This expansion of subdivisions and tehsils represents a pivotal development, fostering the efficient execution of government initiatives and streamlining administrative processes. With these additions, Chhattisgarh will now boast 122 revenue subdivisions and 250 tehsils, reflecting a significant stride in strengthening the state’s administrative infrastructure.
Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel’s progressive approach over the last five years has resulted in the establishment of new districts, sub-divisions, and tehsils, all geared towards enhancing accessibility, transparency, and efficiency in governance. This ongoing drive for administrative reform is evident in the state’s transition from 27 districts in 2018 to 33 districts at present, facilitated by the creation of new districts like Gorela-Pendra-Marwahi, Sakti, Saranggarh-Bilaigarh, Mohla-Manpur-Chowki, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai, and Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur.
The upcoming introduction of new subdivisions and tehsils is poised to bolster Chhattisgarh’s commitment to improved public service and effective governance. These newly established 13 subdivisions include Bakavand in Bastar district, Chhindgarh in Sukma district, Ramanujnagar in Surajpur district, Daundi in Balod district, Farsabhar in Jashpur district, Palari in Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhura in Gariaband district, Usoor (Awapalli) in Bijapur district, Basna in Mahasamund district, Lundra (Dhaurpur) and Udaipur in Surguja district, Kelhari in Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur district, and Shankargarh in Balrampur-Ramanujnagar district.
Simultaneously, 18 new tehsils are set to emerge, including Kapu in Raigarh district, Bhatgaon in Surajpur district, Kukdur in Kabirdham district, Karpavand in Bastar district, Dornapal and Jagargunda in Sukma district, Ghumka and Kumarda in Rajnandgaon district, Pachpedi in Bilaspur district, Baghbahar in Jashpur district, Bande in Kanker district, Amabeda and Koylibeda in Mahasamund district, Chandrapur in Sakti district, Fingeshwar in Gariaband district, Beard in Bemetara district, Bhotia in Sakti district, and Sarsiwa. This proactive expansion further cements Chhattisgarh’s reputation as a state committed to progressive governance and inclusive development.
