Chhattisgarh CM Travels in Bus with Villagers in Naxal-Hit Narayanpur, Launches Projects

• Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai travelled in a state-operated bus with villagers in Naxal-hit Narayanpur district to understand the benefits of the Mukhyamantri Bus Seva scheme.
• The scheme aims to improve connectivity in remote tribal regions, integrating them with the mainstream and restoring public transport cut off by Maoist violence.
• CM Sai inaugurated and laid foundation stones for 357 development projects worth Rs 351.49 crore at the 'Bastar Pandum' event in Narayanpur.
• He also visited a 'Ghotul' community centre at Garhbengal, praising its role in preserving tribal heritage and promoting tribal lifestyle to tourists.
• The Chief Minister released the 24th instalment of the Mahtari Vandan Yojana, transferring Rs 641.34 crore to over 68 lakh women beneficiaries.

Why It Matters: CM Sai's visit to Narayanpur highlights government efforts to boost development, connectivity, and tribal culture in Naxal-affected areas.