January 20, 2022
2 mins read

Congress to implement ‘Chhattisgarh model’ in other states

The Baghel government has implemented a scheme to provide relief to the common people through cheap medicines in the era of ever-increasing inflation…reports Asian Lite News

With the elections approaching, the Congress party is making up its mind to apply the “Chhattisgarh model” in other Congress-ruled states as well. Many people-friendly schemes implemented in Chhattisgarh are likely to be included in the party’s manifesto for the upcoming assembly elections in five states.

Schemes related to affordable and cheap generic medicines, relief to farmers, Godhan Nyay Yojana have been appreciated at the national level.

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Wednesday met Congress President Sonia Gandhi, and party leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi after a two-day election tour. During the meeting, he apprised them about the feedback related to the election tour and also discussed the flagship schemes of Chhattisgarh.

The Chhattisgarh government has created its own model of economic development through people empowerment. The state government focused on self-employment, livelihood related activities and worked towards strengthening the rural economy. As a result, the economy of Chhattisgarh survived even during the economic slowdown due to the corona virus.

The Baghel government has implemented a scheme to provide relief to the common people through cheap medicines in the era of ever-increasing inflation. It has launched the ‘Shree Dhanwantri Generic Medical Store’ scheme to replace expensive branded medicines with cheap generic medicines. Generic medicines are available at 50 to 70 per cent cheaper rates in these medical stores. Under the scheme, so far 105 medical stores have been opened in the state and medicines worth Rs 3.33 crores have been sold. So far, over five lakh people have been benefitted by the scheme.

Congress President Sonia Gandhi, former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi, KC Venugopal and A.K. Antony during the Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting (IANS)

The party believes that awareness has increased among the common people after the pandemic and the government or the political party which will take better initiatives on this front can get more political benefits.

The state government strengthened the rural economy through schemes like the Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana and the Godhan Nyay Yojana and fulfilled Rahul Gandhi’s promise of putting money into the pockets of farmers.

Changes in the lives of villagers are visible with farmers returning to organic farming, reduction in the cost of organic farming and increase in production by two times. In 2020-21, Chhattisgarh set a record of purchasing over 92 lakh metric tonnes of paddy, which is the highest since the formation of the state.

ALSO READ-Budget to focus on fiscal consolidation while pushing private capex

Previous Story

MEDIA SCAN: Air India cancels US flights and Bangladesh hailed a model country

Next Story

Betting market gives BJP 230 UP seats in early trends

Latest from India News

No Talks Till Terror Ends: India to Pakistan

The MEA’s strong response came at a time when Pakistan, pushed on the backfoot by India’s decisive Operation Sindoor, has suddenly started talking about its intent on having peace talks with India….reports

Accel Puts India’s AI Power in the Spotlight

Under the theme “Engineering India’s AI Advantage,” the exclusive, invite-only event will bring together leading AI founders, researchers, tech CXOs, policymakers, and global investors….reports Asian Lite News Global venture capital firm Accel

Rain Rules Roads

People walk with umbrellas, and vehicles move slowly as rain lashes Mumbai, Wednesday, May 28, 2025. (Photos from IANS and ANI)

Deshpande Set for England

IPL 2025 marked Deshpande’s return, and despite modest returns (9 wickets in 10 games at 10.63 economy), Mumbai bowling consultant Kulkarni backs him to thrive in England with the Dukes ball. There

Saudi backs India’s strategic outreach

In a series of engagements, the Indian delegation met Saudi Arabia’s Minister of State Adel Al-Jubeir and other senior officials. A high-profile Indian all-party parliamentary delegation, led by BJP MP Baijayant Jay
Go toTop

Don't Miss

Congress Adopts Catch Them Young Strategy

The JBM has given good talents in Kerala where it

Sonia to campaign for Priyanka’s debut from Wayanad  

The Wayanad Lok Sabha seat will go to polls on