Rajendra Chhajed, a well-known cloth merchant from Rajnandgaon, passed away suddenly on Tuesday afternoon following a heart attack. Known for his friendly and kind nature, his untimely death has cast a pall of gloom over the Jain community and the city at large.
In a strong show of dissent, Congress leaders in Rajnandgaon accused the BJP-led central government of using constitutional institutions like the Enforcement Directorate (ED) as political tools against opposition leaders. The protest was organized under the joint leadership of the Urban and Rural Congress Committees, targeting the Centre’s alleged misuse of power in the National Herald case.
The district of Mohla has launched the ‘Maa’r Duaar, Saay Sarkar’ mega campaign in conjunction with Su-Shasan Tihar, emphasizing the timely and sensitive resolution of citizen-centric grievances. A special housing survey from April 15 to 30 aims to include left-out eligible families under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Gramin), backed by transparent, phase-wise verification.
During a comprehensive review meeting in Mohla, Collector Tulika Prajapati directed departmental officials to ensure prompt and quality redressal of public welfare applications under the ongoing Su-Shasan Tihar. Emphasizing accountability and citizen-centric governance, she mandated strict monitoring, transparency in rejection reasons, and inter-departmental coordination to ensure no application is left unresolved.
Narad Patel, a progressive farmer from the forested village of Ghotia in Chhuriya block, has demonstrated the power of crop diversification and modern farming practices by earning more than four times his investment through groundnut cultivation in the Rabi season. With minimal use of water, fertilizer, and pesticides, Patel’s low-cost model is now inspiring fellow farmers in the region.
To raise awareness about water conservation in the semi-critical Rajnandgaon district, a symbolic Water Kalash Yatra was organized in Kirgi village under the leadership of Padma Shri awardee Phoolbasan Yadav. The initiative, part of a broader campaign titled Neer aur Naari Jal Yatra, aimed to inspire community participation in safeguarding water resources for future generations.
In a significant step towards promoting spiritual tourism and senior citizen welfare, 313 eligible beneficiaries from Rajnandgaon district will undertake a sacred pilgrimage to Shirdi, Shani Shingnapur, and Trimbakeshwar from May 14 to May 17, 2025, under the Mukhyamantri Tirth Darshan Yojana. The initiative primarily targets senior citizens aged 60 and above, including widowed and abandoned women, with special provisions for BPL cardholders and rural residents.
हर दिन केवल एक घंटे हार्ड पाटे पर योग निद्रा मुद्रा में लेटना न केवल मानसिक तनाव को कम करता है, बल्कि नींद की गुणवत्ता को भी बेहतर बनाता है। यह सरल और सुलभ अभ्यास रीढ़ की हड्डी के संरेखण, रक्त संचार, भावनात्मक संतुलन और जीवन ऊर्जा के प्रवाह को संतुलित करने में भी मददगार साबित हो सकता है।
सामुदायिक रेडियो एक प्रभावशाली संचार माध्यम के रूप में उभरकर सामाजिक परिवर्तन का माध्यम बन रहा है। 'वेव्स 2025' जैसे आयोजनों के माध्यम से यह न केवल स्थानीय समुदायों की आवाज़ को वैश्विक मंच दे रहा है, बल्कि शिक्षा, स्वास्थ्य, सामाजिक न्याय और सांस्कृतिक संरक्षण जैसे क्षेत्रों में नवाचार और भागीदारी को भी बढ़ावा दे रहा है।
National Institute of Technology (NIT) Raipur celebrated the 134th Birth Anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr. B.R. Ambedkar with fervent tributes, insightful speeches, and a reaffirmation of constitutional values. The event featured dignitaries including IAS officer Mr. Mahadev Kavre and Director Dr. N.V. Ramana Rao, honoring Babasaheb’s visionary legacy in education, equality, and justice.
In a compassionate gesture, the Red Cross Society in Rajnandgaon has provided ₹50,000 in financial aid to a cancer patient, Mrs. Lalita Yadav, who comes from a financially distressed family. The funds will support her ongoing treatment at a Raipur hospital.
Collector Sanjay Agrawal flagged off the ‘Poshan Pakhwada Rath’ in Rajnandgaon to raise awareness on child nutrition. As part of the fortnight-long campaign, various programs including rallies, educational sessions, and health camps are being organized to combat malnutrition and promote healthy childhood practices.
