Gramin Bus Yojana Connects long-isolated villages to mainstream life
Raipur (thestates.news) | In a significant achievement for development in Bastar, the introduction of bus services to the eco-tourism destination Kaknar Valley marks a major step in bringing left-wing extremism-affected areas into the mainstream.
Under the Mukhyamantri Gramin Bus Sewa Yojana, remote and interior villages such as Kudhur, Dharamabeda, Chandela, Kaknar, and Palam have now been successfully connected, opening new pathways for education, mobility, and economic progress. Launched on October 04, 2025, by Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah and Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai, the scheme has transformed the lives of people who for decades lived in isolation due to difficult terrain and the shadow of Maoist activity.
For the residents of these villages, even the idea of a paved road was once unimaginable. Development had long been stalled, and narrow foot trails through steep and risky terrain were the only means of movement. Today, newly constructed roads and the regular movement of buses stand as powerful symbols of change, reflecting a new and evolving Bastar.
Marking almost six months since the launch of the Mukhyamantri Gramin Bus Sewa Yojana, the Chief Minister Shri Sai said, “Since the launch of the Mukhyamantri Gramin Bus Sewa Yojana, Kaknar Valley has witnessed visible progress and improved connectivity. Remote villages are now regularly linked to the mainstream, enabling better access to education, healthcare, and livelihoods. This rapid transformation reflects the success of our efforts in strengthening infrastructure and ensuring inclusive development in Bastar.”
