TFP Bureau, New Delhi, May 24, 2025: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai today presented a visionary roadmap to transform the state into a Rs 75 lakh crore economy by 2047 at the 10th Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Chief Minister spotlighted Bastar’s remarkable turnaround from a Naxal-affected region to a national model of development and self-reliance.
Underlining the state’s commitment to the Prime Minister’s goal of a “Developed India,” CM Sai introduced the 3T Model—Technology, Transparency, and Transformation—as the foundation for Chhattisgarh’s growth. He highlighted plans to increase the state’s per capita income tenfold and double its Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) within five years.
The Chief Minister shared details of the comprehensive ‘Chhattisgarh Anjor Vision Document,’ which integrates economic, social, and environmental priorities. He emphasized the government’s transition to a tech-enabled and transparent administration, with digital tracking ensuring efficient delivery of public services.
Focusing on Bastar, CM Sai noted significant investment inflows and skill development initiatives across 32 blocks, preparing local youth for diverse sectors including IT, healthcare, and food processing. “Children who once collected firewood are now operating machines and laptops,” he remarked, highlighting the social transformation.
The region is also set to benefit from the establishment of the country’s first semiconductor unit and an AI data centre in Nava Raipur, creating new employment opportunities and positioning Bastar as a hub for ‘Make in India’.
Addressing security concerns, the Chief Minister reaffirmed the government’s resolve to make Chhattisgarh Naxal-free by March 2026, supported by rehabilitation and skill training for surrendered militants. Tribal communities in Bastar are gaining greater access to markets and entrepreneurship opportunities, with Dhudmaras village receiving international acclaim as a “Best Tourism Village” by the UN.
In infrastructure, Chhattisgarh is doubling its railway network to 2,200 km and has invested over Rs 21,000 crore in national highways. The introduction of cargo services at Raipur Airport strengthens the state’s logistics potential.
Highlighting Chhattisgarh’s rich mineral resources, CM Sai shared plans to boost steel production from 28 to 45 million tonnes by 2030 and increase power generation capacity, aiming for national leadership. Notably, Chhattisgarh became the first state to auction a lithium block, crucial for green energy and electric vehicles.
Over 350 policy reforms have been enacted, including digitized land registrations and incentives for rural education and healthcare facilities under the new Industrial Policy.
The NITI Aayog meeting, held at Bharat Mandapam with the theme “Viksit Rajya, Viksit Bharat @2047,” was attended by Union Ministers, Chief Ministers, Lieutenant Governors, and NITI Aayog officials.
Key Highlights of Chhattisgarh’s Vision:
- Energy & Industry Backbone: Major supplier of coal, steel, and cement powering India’s growth.
- Agriculture & Forests: Enhancing rural incomes through farming, fisheries, and forest produce.
- Tribal Rights: Simplified land ownership laws to secure tribal welfare.
- Tourism: HHH Model (Hospitality, Housing, Handicrafts) to empower rural women and artisans.
- Digital Governance: 3T Model ensures faster, transparent, and accountable services.
- Policy Leadership: Over 350 reforms fostering ‘Minimum Government, Maximum Governance.’
- Connectivity Boost: Rs 21,380 crore investment in highways and airport expansions.
- Railway Expansion: Doubling rail lines from 1,100 km to 2,200 km by 2030 under PM Modi’s leadership.
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai’s presentation projected Chhattisgarh as a rising powerhouse ready to contribute significantly to India’s 2047 development vision.
