I’ve Come to Understand Your Struggles Firsthand: Shri Sai
Raipur (thestates.news) | Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai made a surprise visit to Sahaspur village in Bemetara district today, marking the second day of the third phase of Sushasan Tihar. Chief Minister’s unexpected arrival by helicopter brought a wave of excitement among the villagers. People quickly gathered, thrilled to see their leader in person. They greeted him with floral garlands and traditional rituals, exclaiming joyfully, “Ram-Ram Ji Ga, Mukhyamantri Ji!”
Village Chaupal Under the Banyan Tree
Under the shade of a sprawling banyan tree, Chief Minister Shri Sai sat on a traditional khaat and held a direct dialogue with the villagers. He inquired about the implementation of various government schemes including the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, Mahtari Vandan Yojana, Nal Jal Yojana, paddy procurement, and children’s education.
He stated that it has been only 1.5 years since his government assumed office, during which time several guarantees made by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi have already been fulfilled. These include approval of 18 lakh housing units in the first cabinet meeting, payment of pending bonuses to farmers, and procurement of paddy at Rs 3100 per quintal.
Chief Minister explained that earlier phases of the Sushasan Tihar were focused on collecting public grievances and resolving them through administrative machinery. “Now I have personally come among you with government officials so you can directly voice your concerns to me,” he said.
Mahtari Vandan Yojana Bringing Relief to Families
During the interactive session, local resident Smt. Poonam Sahu shared her experience with Mahtari Vandan Yojana. She said “Financial assistance provided through the scheme has been a great help in meeting her family’s daily needs and that the funds are received regularly every month.”
Major Announcements Made for Sahaspur
Responding to local demands, the Chief Minister made several important announcements for Sahaspur village including construction of a new building for the village’s higher secondary school, beautification of the historic Shiva and Hanuman temples built during the 13th–14th century by the Phani Nagvanshi dynasty, development of the temple site into a tourism spot, a commitment to attend the Mahashivratri fair in the village himself, and establishment of a 33 KV power substation to improve electricity supply.
Bemetara MLA Shri Ishwar Sahu, Chief Secretary Shri Amitabh Jain, Chief Minister’s Principal Secretary Shri Subodh Kumar Singh, and Chief Minister’s Secretary Shri P Dayanand were also present
