Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi releases the 21st installment of PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi from Coimbatore

₹500 crore transferred to the bank accounts of 25 lakh farmers of Chhattisgarh in the presence of Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan announces rural road projects for Chhattisgarh worth ₹2,225 crore, enabling the construction of 2,500 km of rural roads

Benefits of the Makhana Board to now extend to Makhana-producing farmers of Chhattisgarh – Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh

“Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the final nail has been hammered into the coffin of Naxalism” – Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh

Expansion of Krishak Unnati Yojana to benefit pulses, oilseeds, and maize growers as well – Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai

Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, formally launched multiple development initiatives at a state-level event in Dhamtari. These included rural road projects worth ₹2,225 crore, expansion of the Makhana Board, direct payment to farmers under the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme, and several other announcements. The national release of the 21st installment of PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi from Coimbatore, transferring ₹500 crore directly into the bank accounts of 25 lakh farmers of Chhattisgarh, was the main highlight of the event. The ceremony, attended by thousands of farmers and rural representatives, provided new momentum to the state’s development journey.

A state-level event was organized in Dhamtari, attended by Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh Shri Vishnu Deo Sai, Speaker Dr. Raman Singh, Union Minister of State Tokhan Sahu, Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma, Agriculture Minister Ramvichar Netam, Ministers Dayal Das Baghel and Tankaram Verma, along with several public representatives.

During the event, Shri Chouhan presented documents related to rural road projects approved under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana worth ₹2,225 crore. These projects will connect around 780 villages of Chhattisgarh with paved roads for the first time and will construct more than 2,500 km of new rural roads. He highlighted how Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership has given new direction to infrastructure expansion, and how rural roads boost economic activities.

Shri Chouhan announced that Chhattisgarh will now be included under the National Makhana Development Board established by the central government. This will provide farmers of the state with opportunities in Makhana production, processing, value addition, and access to national markets.

In his address, Shri Shivraj Singh highlighted several key national decisions under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership, including the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, peaceful abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu & Kashmir, passage of the Women’s Reservation Bill, and major steps toward national security. He called these decisions historic milestones in India’s path to development and self-reliance.

Shri Chouhan emphasized the decisive action taken against Naxalism in Chhattisgarh. Guided by Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah, coordinated operations have significantly reduced Naxal violence, and Naxalism is now in its “final phase.” He said this is a major achievement for development, investment, and peace in rural areas.

He praised the efforts of the current Chhattisgarh government, stating that the state is now rapidly returning to the mainstream of development. He said that due to corruption and commission-seeking practices in previous years, many central schemes were not effectively implemented, but now benefits are reaching eligible farmers, villagers, and women directly.

The program saw participation from thousands of farmers and rural citizens. Beneficiaries received approval letters, agriculture kits, equipment, and other items. An exhibition on agricultural technology, rural infrastructure, women’s self-help groups, PMGSY, and Atmanirbhar Bharat was also organized, drawing enthusiastic participation.

Shri Chouhan mentioned the completion of 25 years since the formation of Chhattisgarh and acknowledged the achievements of the state established by former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. He said that the central and state governments are committed to placing Chhattisgarh among the leading states of the country.

Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai’s Address

Chief Minister Sai focused on increasing farmers’ income, agricultural technology expansion, irrigation capacity, organic farming, and the Millet Mission. He said honoring and empowering farmers is the government’s foremost priority.

He shared that 24,70,640 farmers in the state received the latest PM-Kisan installment released today by Prime Minister Modi. A total of ₹494 crore was transferred directly to the accounts of farmers, forest land leaseholders, and Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTG). The government has added 2.75 lakh new farmers to the scheme.

Chhattisgarh leading in paddy procurement

CM Sai said that paddy procurement in the state has been strengthened to be more farmer-friendly. The government is procuring paddy at ₹3,100 per quintal and has allowed farmers to sell up to 21 quintals per acre. He noted that this year the procurement of 149 lakh metric tonnes reflects farmers’ trust. He compared this with the early years of Chhattisgarh, when only 5 lakh metric tonnes of paddy were procured.

Expansion of Krishak Unnati Yojana

The CM said that the scheme has been expanded to include pulses, oilseeds, and maize, enabling farmers growing these crops to receive the full benefits. Even tenant farmers, sharecroppers, leasehold farmers, and farmers in submerged areas will now receive benefits, strengthening agriculture-based livelihoods.

He added that ₹1.25 lakh crore has been transferred into farmers’ accounts over the past 22 months through various schemes. Within two weeks of taking office, the government distributed ₹3,716 crore as bonuses to 13 lakh farmers. He said that due to the importance given by Prime Minister Modi to the Millet Mission, traditional crops like kodo-kutki and ragi have greatly benefited. He cited the example of the “JashPure” brand products made by women’s self-help groups in Jashpur, noting that products like Mahua laddoos and kodo-kutki-based items are gaining national popularity.

The CM said Chhattisgarh has immense potential for organic farming because tribal regions have minimal chemical fertilizer use. He noted that ₹2,800 crore has been approved for 115 irrigation projects pending since 2015, which will benefit lakhs of farmers. He added that GST reduction has boosted the purchase of tractors and farm machinery, improving farmers’ purchasing power.

The event concluded with a vote of thanks to farmers and a renewed commitment to sustaining agricultural and rural development in Chhattisgarh.