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Chhattisgarh Eliminating Naxalism, Developing Bhoramdev Temple Corridor
The Union Minister and the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh talked about how the state is working hard to stop Naxalism, which is like a group that causes trouble.
They also started a big project to make the Bhoramdev Temple even more beautiful.
This temple is very old and special, like a treasure.
The government is spending a lot of money to fix it up so more people can visit and learn about its history.
They also talked about how they are making sure people have jobs and better lives by building roads, giving them houses, and making sure they have clean water and electricity.
The temple is called the 'Khajuraho of Chhattisgarh' because it's so pretty and important.
The government wants to make the area around the temple a big tourist spot so more people can come and see its beauty.
Chhattisgarh is making strong efforts to eliminate Naxalism, which has been a major obstacle to the state's development.
Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai laid the foundation stone for the Bhoramdev Corridor development project.
The Bhoramdev Temple is a historical heritage site nearly a thousand years old, and the project aims to preserve it for the next thousand years.
The project is being developed under the Central government’s Swadesh Darshan Scheme 2.0 at a cost of approximately Rs 146 crore.
The state government has granted industry status to tourism, creating new employment opportunities and preserving cultural heritage.
- Who
- Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai
- What
- Chhattisgarh's efforts to eliminate Naxalism and develop the Bhoramdev Temple Corridor
- Where
- Kabirdham district, Chhattisgarh
- When
- January 1, 2024
- Why
- To eliminate Naxalism and preserve and promote the state's cultural heritage and tourism
Key facts
- Union Minister
- Gajendra Singh Shekhawat
- Chief Minister
- Vishnu Deo Sai
- Project
- Bhoramdev Corridor development
- Project Cost
- Rs 146 crore
- Scheme
- Swadesh Darshan Scheme 2.0
- Investment Proposals
- Rs 7.83 lakh crore in last two years
- NREGA Changes
- 125 days employment guarantee, compensation for no employment
Quotes
Gajendra Singh Shekhawat
Union Minister for Tourism and Culture
“In the last two years, the state government has worked to realize the vision of a developed Chhattisgarh by implementing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s resolutions on the ground. Naxalism was the biggest obstacle to the development of Chhattisgarh and the state government has taken the initiative to eliminate it.”
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“Today, the state is decisively moving towards the elimination of Naxalism, which has strengthened the belief not only among the people of Chhattisgarh but also among the citizens of the entire country that no force or conspiracy that weakens India will be tolerated. The tough decisions taken against terrorism under the leadership of PM Modi have given new strength to the country’s security policy.”
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Vishnu Deo Sai
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister
“In Bhoramdev Dham, the worship of Lord Shiva, unparalleled natural beauty, and rich cultural heritage are all visible together. The foundation stone for the Bhoramdev Corridor development project is being laid under the Central government’s Swadesh Darshan Scheme 2.0. This project will be developed at a cost of approximately Rs 146 crore on the lines of the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor in Varanasi.”
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“Here, Lord Shiva is worshipped as Bhoramdev, where Shaivism, folk beliefs, and tribal traditions come together to present a wonderful example of unity in diversity in Indian culture. The entire region of Bhoramdev is a major centre of religion and spirituality, as well as tourism, which the current government is going to develop extensively.”
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