CHHATTISGARH

Chhattisgarh government launched the Millet Mission on September 14, 2021 with the objective of making the state a millet hub of India.

On the occasion of launch of the mission, Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel noted that state will soon become the millet hub of India.

He also highlighted that, Like minor forest produce, the state wants to make small grain crops its strength.

To implement this mission, an MoU was signed between Indian Institute of Millet Research, Hyderabad and collectors of 14 Chhattisgarh districts under Millet Mission.

Millet Mission initiative was launched with the aim of giving the farmers right price for small cereal crops and to provide them input assistance, procurement arrangements and processing. This mission also seeks to ensure that the farmers get benefit from the expertise of experts.

To explore and work for innovation in predictive maintenance, IIIT-NR and NTPC signed anMoU. The objective is to set up a centre named IIITNR-COE on predictive maintenance, which will provide academic Environment, promote R&D based solutions on predictive maintenance systems, tools and products. IIIT-NR will provide expertise and training on the state-of-the-art technologies like 4.0, Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning, 5G Communication. NTPC will provide field data, validation for research project and research fellowship/internship/consultancy for development.

The MoU was signed by registrar of IIIT-NR Lt ColRajesh KumarMishra andManish KumarSrivastava, executive director (engineering) in presence of Ujjwal Kanti Bhattacharya, director (projects) of NTPC and regional executive director (WR-II & USSC) Chilakapati Sivakumar.

Chief ministerBhupesh Baghelreleased the book ‘Aani BaniKe Chhattisgarh’ published by the culture department at his residence office.

This book has been written by senior litterateur ArvindMishrain Chhattisgarhi and Hindi languages. Mishra said that this book take you on a trip to real Chhattisgarhits food, lifestyle and occupation.The book is also useful for new generation and students preparing for competitive exams. With the publication of this book, the recognition of Chhattisgarh will increase at the national level.

Food Minister Amarjeet Bhagat, state food and civil supplies corporation chairmanRam Gopal Agarwalwere among those present on the occasion.

Eight more Health centres of Chhattisgarh were awarded the National Quality Assurance Standard (NQAS) certificate by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Tuesday. A Ministry team inspected the hospitals between April and May. Based on the quality of Services available, it approved the Mazagon Sub Health Centre in Bilaspur district, Dulla in Gariaband, Kalcha in Bastar, Peeprol in Balrampur, Pithampur in Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi, K Shivprasad Nagar of Surguja, Sasha of Balodabazar and Dakai Health and Wellness Centre in Surguja.Each Health and Wellness Centre was graded with Percentage.

Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel and Health Minister T.S. Singh Deo congratulated the staff of all the hospitals, an official Communication said. Baghel expressed confidence that these hospitals will continue to maintain their excellence and serve the patients. It will also set new benchmarks for other hospitals in the state.

Government hospitals located in remote areas getting National Quality Assurance Standard Certificate is an indication that quality health facilities are reaching all areas in the state.

Covering 2,000 acres of land, a farmers cluster will form an Aroma Hub and cultivate seven species of aromatic Plants: Lemon grass, Palmorosa, Patchouli (mint), Munga, Amadi (mango ginger), Vetiver (khus) and Basil, an official Communication said.

The aromatic crop will be processed at the essential oil processing unit to be established at Kondagaon. It is estimated that farmers linked with the aromatic crop will annually earn Rs 1 lakh per acre. The land identified for the project includes 425 acres of individual land and 1,575 acres of Forest Department land.

The project estimates that 200 families will get direct and 750 families indirect benefit from the aromatic crop.

In addition, inter- of cashew nut, coconut, litchi, and custard apples will be done.

The Kondagaon District Administration and Sun Flag Agro Pvt Ltd signed the MoU to establish a processing plant with a capacity of 5,000 tonnes.

On Friday, 11,447 cases were registered and 63 Covid patients lost their lives. So far 4,654 patients have died in Chhattisgarh.

The Panchayat and Rural Development Department on Saturday issued directives to set up quarantine centres in villages, a press release said.

Outsiders coming to the village will have to stay in the centres like last year.

These centres will be outside the village Panchayat. The Panchayat and Rural Development department will ensure that the are quickly set up and operated as per the directives of the Health Department.

The use of solar pumps is not only helping in conserving groundwater but is also strengthening the rural economy apart from boosting agricultural production.

Tirath Ram, a farmer of Bilha blocks Limha village, thanks the scheme for making him prosperous by taking to multiple crops.

He is emerging as an inspiration for other farmers by cultivating crops like chickpeas, wheat and masoor besides paddy using the solar pump provided under the scheme.

Tirath Ram said his fields are irrigated for the whole day through the solar pump. He is now completely free from the worry of electricity bills.

Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Sunday said respect and honour to Women is part of the Chhattisgarh culture and that is why the state stood first in sex ratio across the country.

This is also the reason why women in the state were scaling new heights in all spheres, he added.

Baghel was addressing the people in the 27th episode of the radio programme Lokvaani aired from Akashvani on Chhattisgarh Sarkar – Naari Shakti Ke Sarokaar.

The Percentage of women members in the Chhattisgarh Assembly is more than any other House in the country, he said.

Also, there was a provision of 50 percent reservation for women in to Panchayati Raj institutions in the state, he said.

The Chief Minister said the state was planning to set up a women’s security cell in each district to ensure a safe and secured Environment for every female.

These efforts of Chhattisgarh have been appreciated by NITI Aayog. The state has been ranked first in gender Equality in the India-Index report for 2020-21, he said.

Loans are provided to women Self-Help Groups at 3 percent Simple Interest rate per annum, he said.

For daughters who want to become self-employed by joining Self-Help Groups through the Chhattisgarh State Rural Livelihood Mission, there is a Bihaan scheme, he said.

Hot food and ready-to-eat, take-Home rations were being provided to 171,000 pregnant women through ‘Mahtari Jatan Yojana’.

Khadi and Gramodyog Minister Guru Rudrakumar underlined the need to promote khadi clothing as it generates EMPLOYMENT to rural folk in Chhattisgarh.

He said this at talk show on khadi at the Shaheed Smarak Auditorium here on the 75th martyrdom day of Mahatma Gandhi.

The Minister said the was making every effort to follow Gandhiji’s ideals and concepts.

He said efforts have been made over four years to offer jobs to jobless through khadi manufacturing.

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel said there exists a favourable Environment and pro-policies for , Trade and Commerce in the state. The concept is to encourage economic activities and job creation.

He was addressing the 26th episode of the monthly radio programme Lokvaani on the topic Sugam Udyog, Vyapar-Unnat Karobaar.

Baghel said that under the vision of Nava Chhattisgarh, pro-industry, business, trade, tourism, consumers and EMPLOYMENT opportunities policies have been framed to boost economic activities.

Chhattisgarh stands among the top six states in terms of Ease of Doing Business. The Industries Department is providing 56 Services online through a single window system while 82 services are provided under the e-district system.

Throwing Light on achievement, he said the initiatives and decisions are paying off with the strengthening of rural economy and a flourishing industry and commerce sector.

The Industrial Policy 2019-24 has given preference to food, ethanol, electronic, DEFENCE, medicine and Solar Energy based new industries, the service sector, tourism, medical equipment, electronic vehicle charging station, BPO, 3D printing, seed grading and others under Micro, Small and Medium enterprises (MSME).