*Decades-Old Pending Projects Now Being Completed on a Time-Bound Basis: Chief Minister Shri Sai*
*PRAGATI platform stands as strong evidence of the Centre’s decisive governance under Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi: Chief Minister Shri Sai*
Raipur, //Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai stated that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the country’s development pace has reached new heights. He stated that several crucial infrastructure and energy projects that remained pending for decades are now being completed in a “time-bound and effective manner” through the PRAGATI platform. This reflects the Union Government’s “result-oriented, accountable, and decisive” style of governance.
The Chief Minister stated that the positive impact of the PRAGATI platform is clearly visible in Chhattisgarh. The modernisation of the Bhilai Steel Plant has not only accelerated rail production in the country but has also created employment opportunities for thousands of youth. This initiative has strengthened the vision of “Atmanirbhar Bharat” while giving a new direction to industrial growth.
Similarly, the NTPC Lara Super Thermal Power Project with a capacity of 1,600 MW has ensured an uninterrupted power supply to Chhattisgarh and six other states. The Chief Minister stated that this project has reinforced energy security and provided fresh momentum to industrial and agricultural activities.
Chief Minister Shri Sai shared that the PRAGATI platform has developed a robust mechanism for project monitoring, continuous review, and swift resolution of bottlenecks. Clear objectives, rapid implementation, and tangible outcomes define the new work culture of India, which is paving the way towards achieving the vision of “Viksit Bharat @ 2047”.
*Major projects such as Bhilai Steel Plant modernisation and Lara Super Thermal Power Project gain new momentum in Chhattisgarh; PRAGATI platform emerges as a game-changer*
It is noteworthy that the 50th meeting of PRAGATI, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has provided fresh impetus not only at the national level but also to Chhattisgarh’s development journey. PRAGATI is an ICT-based platform designed to promote proactive governance and time-bound implementation, making project monitoring and resolution more effective. Over the past decade, projects worth more than Rs. 85 lakh crore have gained momentum through PRAGATI, benefitting sectors such as infrastructure, energy, railways, roads, coal, and others across the country. Several key projects from Chhattisgarh are also part of this initiative.
During the meeting, special emphasis was laid on the modernisation and expansion of the Bhilai Steel Plant, which was initially approved in 2007. Regular reviews and inter-agency coordination, facilitated through PRAGATI meetings, accelerated the pace of work, ensuring targeted progress and timely execution.
The modernisation of Bhilai Steel Plant has significantly enhanced production capacity while energising Chhattisgarh’s industrial growth, employment generation, expansion of ancillary industries, and the regional economy. This has further strengthened the state’s position as one of India’s leading steel production hubs.
Likewise, the Lara Super Thermal Power Project in Raigarh, approved in 2009, received renewed momentum under the PRAGATI framework through high-level reviews, timely directions, and continuous monitoring, resulting in substantial progress in its implementation.
Today, the Lara Super Thermal Power Project has emerged as one of the key pillars strengthening national energy security. The project has not only augmented power generation capacity but has also reinforced Chhattisgarh’s identity as the “Power Hub of India”, bringing greater stability to both the state and national energy systems.
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi highlighted that the PRAGATI platform has infused new strength into cooperative federalism, enhancing both speed and trust in development works through coordinated efforts of the Centre and states.
*PRAGATI Accelerates Chhattisgarh’s Development Journey: Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai*
Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai described the 50th meeting of PRAGATI as having far-reaching significance for the nation and for Chhattisgarh, stating that the system established under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi to ensure the time-bound completion of development projects has directly benefited the state as well. He stated that the renewed momentum for significant projects, such as the modernisation of the Bhilai Steel Plant and the Lara Super Thermal Power Project, is clear evidence that the PRAGATI platform has truly presented a model of solution-oriented governance. The Chief Minister added that completion of these projects has led to significant growth in the state’s industrial development, energy capacity, investment, employment, and allied economy. He expressed confidence that with regular monitoring and ensured accountability through PRAGATI, Chhattisgarh will continue to play a decisive and strengthened role in achieving the national goal of Developed India by 2047.।
