TFP Bureau, Raipur, September 28, 2025: Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Sunday described the Goods and Services Tax (GST) 2.0 reforms as a “historic transformation” in the Indian economy that has directly benefited ordinary citizens. Speaking at the GST 2.0 Reforms “Dhanyawad Modi Ji” programme held at the Medical College Auditorium in Raipur, the Chief Minister said the reduction in GST rates has eased household expenses and provided relief to farmers, while strengthening the national economy.
Organised by the Chhattisgarh Chamber of Commerce and Industries, Raipur Division, the event saw the Chief Minister felicitate several Padma Shri awardees and national-level sportspersons for their remarkable contributions to society and the nation.
In his address, CM Sai credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for implementing bold reforms that were once considered impossible. “Be it the abrogation of Article 370, the passage of the Triple Talaq Bill, or now the GST reforms, these decisions have given strength to the people and new direction to the nation,” he said.
The Chief Minister highlighted personal interactions with citizens to showcase how GST reforms have tangibly improved lives. “Recently, I visited a mart where homemakers joyfully shared how their kitchen budgets had reduced because of lower GST rates. Similarly, at a tractor showroom, I was told that farmers are saving between ₹65,000 and ₹1 lakh on new tractors. These reforms are not just policy decisions, but direct relief in people’s lives,” he remarked.
Emphasizing the role of entrepreneurs in building a developed Chhattisgarh, CM Sai said the state’s new industrial policy has generated strong interest among global investors. “During my visits to Japan and Korea, Investor Connect programmes witnessed enthusiastic participation, with several Asian investors showing keen interest in Chhattisgarh. Such investments will not only boost industrial growth but also create large-scale employment opportunities for our youth,” he added.
Supporting the Chief Minister’s views, Member of Parliament Brijmohan Agrawal said that GST reforms initiated under Prime Minister Modi are unprecedented. “This step is empowering the common man. Reduced prices of essential goods have brought relief to families, and at the same time, India’s economy is growing stronger. The positive response from citizens shows the wide acceptance of these reforms,” he said.
The programme also turned into an occasion to honour the pride of Chhattisgarh, as the Chief Minister felicitated Padma Shri awardees and national-level players. Those recognised included John Martin Nelson, Dr. Radheshyam Barle, Smt. Usha Barle, Dr. Pukhraj Bafna, Smt. Phoolbasan Bai Yadav, Smt. Shamshad Begum, Dr. Bharti Bandhu, Anuj Sharma, Madan Singh Chauhan, Saba Anjum, Ajay Kumar Mandavi, Hemchand Manjhi, Pandi Ram, Jageshwar Yadav, Rajendra Prasad, Rajesh Chauhan and Neeta Dumre. Their achievements, CM Sai said, reflect the cultural, social, and sporting excellence of the state.
The event was attended by MP Rupkumari Choudhary, MLA Purandar Mishra, Motilal Sahu, Sampat Agrawal, Anuj Sharma, Chairman of Chhattisgarh State Civil Supplies Corporation Sanjay Srivastava, CGMSCL Chairman Deepak Mhaskey, Minority Commission Chairman Amarjeet Singh Chhabra, President of Chhattisgarh Chamber of Commerce Satish Thaurani, Akhilesh Soni, Shrichand Sundarani, Ajay Bhasin, along with senior office bearers of the Chamber of Commerce and Industries.
With business leaders, policymakers, and citizens coming together at the event, the programme not only celebrated the impact of GST 2.0 reforms but also reaffirmed the state’s commitment to industrial growth, economic empowerment, and recognition of its achievers.
