Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s address boosts confidence of people affected by Naxal violence – Chief Minister
Chhattisgarh to host international women’s cricket match for the first time; free entry for women spectators
Raipur. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Thursday said President Droupadi Murmu’s proposed visit to Bastar would be a matter of pride for Chhattisgarh. Responding to questions from journalists, he said we had invited her to visit Bastar.
Representatives of the Bastar Manjhi-Chalki community had also requested her to visit the region during an earlier meeting, and she had graciously accepted their invitation.
Droupadi Murmu is scheduled to visit Chhattisgarh on October 22 and 23. On October 23, she will travel to Jagdalpur to attend the Muria Darbar. Vishnu Deo Sai said her visit would be a proud occasion for the people of Bastar and the state as a whole.
Referring to a camp organised in Dantewada to distribute assistive devices to persons with disabilities, including those affected by Naxal violence, the Chief Minister said Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah had addressed the gathering through video conferencing. He said the state government is committed to providing all possible assistance to people affected by Naxal violence, helping them rebuild their lives with dignity and confidence.
Speaking about Chhattisgarh hosting an international women’s cricket match for the first time, Vishnu Deo Sai said it is a matter of great joy for the state. The match between the women’s teams of India and Zimbabwe will give local spectators an opportunity to watch international cricket, with free entry for women. He said the initiative would allow women and girls to cheer for the players and draw inspiration from their achievements.
