\nThe Chief Minister announced that the paddy procurement process across the state would begin on November 15 and instructed all districts to complete preparations well in advance. He cautioned that any irregularity in procurement would invite direct action against the concerned collector. Each procurement centre must be monitored in real time through the Integrated Command and Control Centre, especially in border districts, to prevent the illegal inflow of paddy from neighbouring states. The CM further directed that Secretary-in-Charge officers must personally supervise operations at sensitive procurement centres to maintain complete transparency.<\/p>\n
Special emphasis was laid on tribal and remote areas. The CM ordered 100 percent registration of farmers belonging to Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) through special registration camps. Reviewing the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi, he instructed that no eligible farmer should be left out and that benefits must be transferred promptly. \u201cFarmers are the backbone of our economy\u2014their welfare is our moral and administrative responsibility,\u201d he asserted.<\/p>\n
Energy, Health, and Public Welfare<\/strong> In the health sector, CM Sai reaffirmed that quality healthcare remains the state government\u2019s foremost priority. He ordered that 100 percent institutional deliveries be ensured and immunization records be verified through field inspections. Maternal death audits must be conducted for every case to devise preventive measures. He also emphasized the smooth functioning of Nutrition Rehabilitation Centres (NRCs) and Wellness Centres, calling for mass awareness campaigns against non-communicable diseases (NCDs).<\/p>\n The CM issued a strong directive to make Chhattisgarh a malaria-free state. He instructed officials to identify hotspot areas, especially in Bastar division, and intensify anti-malaria drives. Under the Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana, he ordered the immediate registration and card distribution for all eligible senior citizens to ensure timely pension delivery.<\/p>\n Education: From Zero Dropouts to Digital Transparency<\/strong> The CM lauded Bijapur district\u2019s initiative of employing local teachers to teach in Gondi language, which has significantly improved attendance and reduced dropouts. He encouraged all districts to adopt similar culturally inclusive approaches to education. Sai announced that by December 31, all students in the state will be issued Aadhaar-linked APAR IDs to ensure transparent distribution of scholarships, uniforms, and textbooks. He also declared the upcoming launch of the \u201cChief Minister\u2019s Education Quality Mission,\u201d which will introduce school grading, social audits, and periodic assessments to raise academic standards statewide. Tribal Welfare and Rural Development<\/strong> Reviewing the PM Janman Yojana, CM Sai instructed that all works be completed by March 2026, particularly in PVTG habitations. Over two lakh residents in 2,300 villages have benefited from the scheme so far. He commended Manendragarh and Dhamtari districts for exemplary performance and urged other districts to replicate their success.<\/p>\n Urban Governance, Civic Reforms, and Cleanliness<\/strong> CM Sai expressed dissatisfaction over delays in payments under the Swachh Bharat Mission, stating that such negligence hampers the momentum of the cleanliness drive. He instructed that all payments be processed on time and ordered collectors to conduct morning inspections of wards before 7 a.m. to monitor cleanliness, sanitation, and waste management.<\/p>\n Skill Development, Employment, and E-Governance<\/strong> On e-governance, CM Sai highlighted that all citizens must receive certificates and services promptly under the Lok Seva Guarantee Act. He reviewed the progress of 86 online services available through the e-District project and instructed collectors to digitize more services to ensure transparency and efficiency.<\/p>\n Zero Tolerance Policy on Corruption and Accountability<\/strong> He also ordered all departments to operationalize biometric attendance systems at district and tehsil levels to ensure accountability. Officers were directed to conduct surprise inspections and submit reports of corrective action taken against non-performing officials.<\/p>\n Concluding the conference, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai urged collectors to focus on result-oriented administration, respect public representatives, and maintain constant communication with citizens. \u201cGovernance is not just about execution\u2014it is about empathy, engagement, and responsibility,\u201d he said. \u201cA sensitive administration earns people\u2019s trust, and that trust is the true measure of success.\u201d<\/p>\n With his decisive leadership and emphasis on efficiency, the Chief Minister\u2019s directives mark a new phase in Chhattisgarh\u2019s governance model\u2014one defined by discipline, transparency, and people-centric progress.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Performance to Be Measured by Impact, Not Paperwork\u20149-Hour Collectors\u2019 Conference Sets Time-Bound Agenda for Development<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":4057,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[116,19],"tags":[684],"class_list":["post-4056","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-breaking-news","category-government","tag-collectors-conference"],"yoast_head":"\n
\nDuring the review of the Energy Department, CM Sai directed the expansion of the Pradhan Mantri Suryaghar Muft Bijli Yojana to cover more rural beneficiaries. He said banks should simplify loan procedures to ensure no eligible family is deprived of solar power benefits. The CM reiterated that energy reforms must prioritize ease of access, reliability, and affordability for rural consumers.<\/p>\n
\nHighlighting education as the foundation of development, CM Sai said that achieving a zero dropout rate and 100 percent Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) must be non-negotiable targets. He stressed that educational outcomes should be visible in classrooms, not just on paper. \u201cTeaching materials must not remain locked in cupboards\u2014they should be part of daily learning,\u201d he said, directing collectors to personally verify classroom activities.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thefrontpage24.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/4065524b-9e4e-42df-a61e-b37576c53605-1024x575.jpeg\")
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\nThe CM stressed the importance of the \u201cDharti Aaba Abhiyan,\u201d which integrates 17 departments for holistic tribal development, covering livelihoods, hostels, water supply, dairy, fisheries, and tourism. He congratulated officials for Chhattisgarh\u2019s top rank in the national \u201cAadi Karmyogi Abhiyan,\u201d which has reached 6,650 villages across 128 blocks, empowering tribal youth towards self-reliance.<\/p>\n
\nTurning to urban issues, the CM directed the Urban Administration Department to ensure uninterrupted water supply in all municipalities and completion of pending PM Awas Yojana (Urban) houses by December 31, 2025. Completed houses must be allotted to beneficiaries within two months, and contractors delaying work will face penalties. Under the \u201cMor Gaon Mor Pani Abhiyan,\u201d rainwater harvesting systems have already been installed in over 1.5 lakh homes.<\/p>\n
\nTo boost youth employment, the CM directed the Technical Education and Skill Development Department to organize a state-level job fair and ensure that all PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana batches are completed on schedule. He emphasized linking skill training with actual employment opportunities, saying, \u201cTraining without jobs has no meaning.\u201d He instructed collectors to identify land for Livelihood Colleges, prepare skill-gap analyses, and organize quarterly loan fairs to promote entrepreneurship.<\/p>\n
\nIssuing a strong warning, the CM reiterated that the government\u2019s Zero Tolerance Policy against corruption applies to all sectors\u2014from paddy procurement and sand mining to administrative decisions. \u201cStrictest action will be taken against any officer or employee found guilty of irregularities,\u201d he said. He emphasized timely payments to contractors and warned that delays would be treated as administrative negligence.<\/p>\n