Several significant decisions were made during the cabinet meeting held on Tuesday, August 19th, under the chairmanship of Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai. These decisions aim to benefit state government employees, enhance social welfare, and promote the technology industry in Naya Raipur.
Raipur: A cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai was held in Chhattisgarh on Tuesday, August 19th, where several important decisions were taken. The most significant decision of the meeting was to provide allowances to state government employees equivalent to those of the central government, which will improve employee benefits and strengthen their economic condition. Additionally, an important announcement was made regarding the Public Distribution System (PDS).
The cabinet decided that the two kilograms of chickpeas provided monthly to Antyodaya and priority families in scheduled and Mada pocket areas will now be purchased through the NCDEX e-Markets Limited (NEML) e-auction platform. Under this initiative, beneficiaries who do not receive chickpeas from July to November 2025 will be ensured their full allocation by December 2025.
Government Employees to Receive Allowances Equivalent to the Center
The cabinet has decided that all government employees in Chhattisgarh will now receive allowances equivalent to those of the central government. This move is considered significant for increasing the income and improving the standard of living of state employees. The increase in allowances will improve the economic condition of the employees. The state government has also ensured provisions in the budget to benefit the employees.
This decision is expected to boost the morale of government personnel throughout the state. The cabinet has taken a major decision related to chickpea distribution in the Public Distribution System (PDS) to make it more transparent. Now, 2 kg of chickpeas provided every month to Antyodaya and priority families in scheduled and Mada pocket areas will be purchased through the NEML e-auction platform.
Beneficiaries who do not receive chickpeas from July to November 2025 will be given their full amount by December 2025. This decision will make the distribution process more transparent and efficient. The state government aims to ensure that chickpeas reach needy families on time and that the possibility of corruption is reduced.
New IT Hub in Naya Raipur
The cabinet has decided to allocate 90 acres of land in Naya Raipur at concessional premium rates to promote the IT and IITS industries. This step will help increase industry and employment opportunities in the state. The IT hub in Naya Raipur will attract investors and encourage the technology industry.
This will accelerate the pace of urbanization and economic development in the city. Currently, this decision towards the expansion of the technology industry in Naya Raipur will strengthen the state's economy. The availability of land and favorable policies for industries will encourage investors.
