Raipur: The areas in Chhattisgarh state that were once called the “Red Corridor” (Naxal-affected areas) have now emerged as centers of peace, hope, and development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said.
In a letter written by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on the occasion of Chhattisgarh State Foundation Day, he said: Maoist violence had long been a major obstacle to the progress of Chhattisgarh state.
The situation has now changed completely. Areas that a few years ago were known as the red corridor of Naxalism are today becoming new centers of peace, hope, and growth. This change has accelerated the expansion of connectivity facilities and modern infrastructure.
25 years ago, when only one flight operated between Delhi and Raipur, there are now 4 modern airports operating in the state. In addition, railway projects worth over Rs. 51,000 crore are being implemented in Chhattisgarh. Vande Bharat and Amrit Bharat train services have also been launched. As a result, travel time between Raipur and Bilaspur has been cut in half. Industry and employment will grow through new expressways.
Through the Prime Minister’s Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana and state government schemes, free food grains are being provided to 73 lakh families. In rural and urban areas, 22 lakh houses have been built. More than 41 lakh rural families have been provided tap water connections.
The state’s paddy procurement system gives better prices to more than 25 lakh farmers, strengthening the rural economy. Under the Mahtari Vandan Yojana, more than 68 lakh women are being given Rs 1,000 every month. Nava Raipur is emerging as a modern city.
Opportunities are being considered in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, textiles, information technology, electricity, aluminum, and steel. Initiatives such as Nyath Nellanar, livelihood development schemes, and Chief Minister Swasth Bastar are helping bring basic amenities to the people. Bastar is today moving forward on a new path of peace, good governance, and prosperity. It said so.
