Chhattisgarh

Raipur, Chhattisgarh: In a major boost to anti-Naxal operations, Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma announced that 86 new security force camps have been set up in the last two years across Naxal-affected areas. These camps have helped extend essential development services to 494 villages in the region. Focus on Tribal and Rural DevelopmentDeputy CM Vijay Sharma, who oversees the Home, Panchayat, and Rural Development departments, highlighted that for the first time since Independence, roads are being constructed to connect settlements of specially backward tribal communities. Under the ‘PM Janman’ initiative, 807 roads are being laid to improve connectivity for remote villages, including those in Durgam Pahadi of Manora block in Jashpur and areas inhabited by Korwa and Baig...

Raipur, Chhattisgarh: Balodabazar-Bhatapara district has emerged as the top performer in Chhattisgarh under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Gramin) [PMAY-G] for the year 2025-26. The district’s proactive administration has ensured the highest number of approvals and initiated construction on a record number of houses. Over 26,000 Houses ApprovedDuring 2025-26, a total of 26,843 houses were approved in the district. Out of these, 24,313 beneficiaries have received the first installment of funds, construction work has commenced on 20,480 houses, and 15,120 houses have reached the plinth level—more than any other district in the state. Fund Transfer and Construction ProgressFunds for 26,439 approved houses have been processed through the Financial and Technical Online (FTO) system, with...

Korba, Chhattisgarh: In a shocking incident, a paralyzed man was allegedly poisoned to death by his wife in Korba district. The crime reportedly unfolded in front of their young daughter, and the police have arrested the accused woman. The victim, 38-year-old Arun Singh, had been bedridden for nearly a year following a paralysis attack and was fully dependent on his wife, Bunty Devi, for care. On 27 January, Bunty Devi reportedly mixed insecticide into drinking water and administered it to her husband. Son Procured the PoisonThe wife allegedly asked her 13-year-old son to purchase the insecticide, claiming it was needed for spraying on flowers. The boy later informed the police that his mother frequently spoke on the phone and hinted at having an affair. The case falls under the Darr...

Korba, Chhattisgarh: In a shocking incident, thieves have cut and stolen railway tracks along with machinery worth approximately ₹2 crore from a new rail line project in the Gevra-Pendra area of Korba district. The theft has caused widespread alarm among local authorities and workers. The stolen materials include iron tracks, metal plates, and heavy machinery from the construction site of the new railway line between Kusmunda and Kuchena Jatga, spanning 60–65 kilometers. The thefts reportedly occurred over multiple days. Local police have registered a complaint and are investigating the incident. Impact on Railway ProjectThe rail line construction has been contracted to a private company, which reported the theft to the police. Officials said the incident has not only caused financia...

Narayanpur, Chhattisgarh: Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai personally met with security personnel in Narayanpur district, expressing his appreciation for their bravery and contribution to Bastar’s peace and development. During his visit to the ITBP Battalion complex, the CM interacted with officers and jawans from ITBP, CRPF, COBRA Battalion, BSF, DRG, and CAF. Serving Dinner to the JawansIn a rare gesture, CM Sai joined the jawans for dinner inside the battalion complex and personally served them food. While interacting with the personnel, he acknowledged the challenges faced in Bastar, where many areas rich in natural resources and cultural heritage were left isolated from mainstream development due to Maoist insurgency. He praised the courage, valor, and dedication of the security fo...

Sukma (Chhattisgarh) | 30 Jan 2026 Four Naxalites, including two women, carrying a combined bounty of ₹8 lakh, surrendered along with their weapons in Sukma district on Friday, senior police officials said. The cadres, who were part of the Kistaram area committee in the South Bastar division of Maoists, turned themselves in under the state government’s Poona Margem initiative, which focuses on rehabilitation and social reintegration, said Inspector General of Police, Bastar Range, Sundarraj P. The surrendered Naxalites told police that they were motivated by the government’s surrender and rehabilitation policy.

Raipur: A major security breach has come to light at Raipur Central Jail, raising serious questions about the facility’s protocols. A young woman reportedly managed to bring a mobile phone into the jail’s visitor area to meet her boyfriend and recorded a video during the visit, which she later posted on social media with the caption: “See his reaction.” Incident During Birthday Visit According to sources, the video shows the woman conversing with her boyfriend, identified as Tarkeshwar, who is currently serving time at Raipur Central Jail. The visit coincided with Tarkeshwar’s recent birthday, prompting the girlfriend to come and wish him. During the interaction, she recorded the conversation on her mobile phone, which was later shared online, creating a stir and drawing attention to...

Raipur, Chhattisgarh: In Sarguja district, a retired deputy collector has been arrested for allegedly promoting religious conversion under the guise of a “Changaai Sabha” (prayer gathering). Following complaints by Hindu organizations, police detained 66-year-old Omega Toppo and produced her in court, which subsequently remanded her to judicial custody. According to reports, these Changaai Sabhas are organized regularly at various locations across the state. In the Naman Kala area of Gandhinagar police station, such a gathering allegedly served as a platform for encouraging people to convert to Christianity. Police have filed charges under the Indian Penal Code and Section 5(k) of the Chhattisgarh Religious Freedom Act. Conversion Allegedly Done Through Incentives Sources say part...

Bijapur, Chhattisgarh:In a major success against Left-Wing Extremism, security forces on Thursday killed two armed Naxalites during an encounter in the forested region of Bijapur district, police officials said. The exchange of fire took place early Thursday morning when a team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) launched a search operation based on intelligence inputs about the presence of armed Maoists in the southern part of the district. According to officials, the firing began around 7 a.m. after the Naxalites attempted to attack the security personnel. The security forces retaliated, leading to a fierce gun battle in which two Maoists were neutralized. From the encounter site, the bodies of the slain Naxalites were recovered along with one AK-47 rifle, one 9mm pistol, other wea...

Durg, Jan 28, 2026: Swami Nishchalanand Saraswati, the Shankaracharya of Govardhan Math, Puri, has clarified the controversy surrounding Swami Avimukteshwaranand at the Magh Mela in Prayagraj. He stated that Avimukteshwaranand was not stopped from taking the ritual Ganga bath and that the incident was misrepresented in the media. Swami Nishchalanand explained that the administration had restricted the procession only to prevent potential chaos due to large crowds, not to stop the Shankaracharya from bathing. He emphasized that the situation was incorrectly portrayed, leading to unnecessary controversy. Swami Avimukteshwaranand, who had left the Magh Mela following the incident, reportedly expressed disappointment at having to depart without completing the ritual bath. Swami Nishch...