🇮🇳 PM Modi’s Historic Visit to Chhattisgarh on November 1: 25 Years of Statehood & ₹14,260 Crore Projects
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Chhattisgarh on November 1, 2025, marking a landmark day for the state as it celebrates 25 years since its formation. The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) confirmed that PM Modi will attend a series of high-impact events, inaugurate major infrastructure and energy projects, and unveil the statue of Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ji at the new Chhattisgarh Vidhan Sabha in Nava Raipur.
🕰️ PM Modi’s Schedule Highlights (November 1, 2025)
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9:30 AM | Interaction with 2,500 children cured of congenital heart diseases (‘Gift of Life’ Programme) | Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Hospital, Nava Raipur |
| 10:45 AM | Inauguration of “Shanti Shikhar” | Brahma Kumaris, Nava Raipur |
| 11:45 AM | Unveiling statue of Atal Bihari Vajpayee & inauguration of new Chhattisgarh Vidhan Sabha building | Nava Raipur |
| 1:30 PM | Inauguration of Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Memorial & Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum | Raipur |
| 2:30 PM | Participation in “Chhattisgarh Rajat Mahotsav” (Silver Jubilee Celebration) | Nava Raipur |
🏛️ Key Highlights of PM Modi’s Visit
🔹 1. Celebration of 25 Years of Chhattisgarh
- The state of Chhattisgarh, formed on November 1, 2000, marks its silver jubilee (25 years).
- PM Modi will address the people during the Chhattisgarh Rajat Mahotsav, honoring the state’s journey of growth and development.
🔹 2. Major Inaugurations & Foundation Stones (₹14,260 Crore Total Investment)
- Roads, industry, healthcare, and energy sectors to get a massive boost.
- Launch of several transformative projects improving rural connectivity and livelihoods.
🏠 3. Empowering Rural Households
- 3.51 lakh completed houses to be handed over under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Gramin).
- ₹1,200 crore released as installment for 3 lakh beneficiaries.
- Launch of 12 new Start-Up Village Entrepreneurship Programme (SVEP) blocks in 9 districts to boost rural employment.
🚗 4. Infrastructure & Road Connectivity Projects
| Project | Details | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Pathalgaon–Kunkuri–Jharkhand Border Highway | 4-lane Greenfield Highway under Bharatmala Pariyojana | ₹3,150 crore |
| NH-130D (Narayanpur–Maharashtra Border) | New construction & upgradation for Bastar & Narayanpur districts | — |
| NH-130C (Madangmuda–Deobhog–Odisha Border) | Upgraded into a 2-lane highway with paved shoulders | — |
These roads will improve trade routes between Central and Eastern India, benefiting industries in Korba, Raigarh, and Jashpur.
⚡ 5. Power & Energy Development (₹3,750 Crore Projects)
- Inter-Regional ER-WR Power Interconnection Project:
Boosts power transfer capacity between East and West India by 1,600 MW. - Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS):
- New power lines, transformers, and feeders to strengthen supply.
- Projects worth ₹1,860 crore to enhance rural electrification.
- New Substations:
- 9 substations across Raipur, Bilaspur, Durg, Bemetara, Gariyaband, and Bastar.
- Benefit over 15 lakh people with stable voltage and fewer outages.
🛢️ 6. Petroleum and Gas Sector Boost
- HPCL Petroleum Oil Depot (Raipur):
- Built at a cost of ₹460 crore.
- Storage capacity of 54,000 KL for petrol, diesel, and ethanol.
- Supports India’s Ethanol Blending Programme for cleaner fuel.
- Nagpur–Jharsuguda Natural Gas Pipeline:
- 489 km pipeline at ₹1,950 crore.
- Connects 11 Chhattisgarh districts to the National Gas Grid.
- Advances the goal of “One Nation, One Gas Grid.”
🏛️ 7. Cultural Heritage & Tribal Pride
- Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Memorial & Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum
- Preserves the rich history of tribal heroes and freedom fighters.
- PM Modi to unveil a horse-mounted statue of Veer Narayan Singh.
- Launch of “Aadi Shourya” e-book and the Museum Portal.
🌱 8. Green and Sustainable Governance
- New Vidhan Sabha Building:
- Built on Green Building Concept.
- Fully solar-powered with rainwater harvesting systems.
- Symbol of modern, eco-friendly governance in Chhattisgarh.
💬 PM Modi’s Vision for Chhattisgarh
PM Modi’s visit symbolizes development with inclusivity, emphasizing:
- Empowerment of rural communities
- Modern infrastructure with sustainable energy
- Honoring the legacy of Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ji
- Celebrating tribal heroes and cultural heritage
This visit is expected to accelerate Chhattisgarh’s journey toward becoming a model state of growth, innovation, and self-reliance.
📸 Conclusion
PM Modi’s November 1 visit is not just ceremonial — it’s a vision statement for India’s progress in infrastructure, energy, and social welfare. With over ₹14,260 crore worth of development projects, this event marks a new milestone in Chhattisgarh’s 25-year journey and showcases the spirit of “Vikas aur Virasat” (Development and Heritage).
