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Chhattisgarh Housing Board nets ₹1,532 crore from 7,388 sales: CM

RAIPUR: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai announced on Friday that the state’s Housing and Infrastructure Development Board has achieved a revenue of Rs 1,532 crore by selling 7,388 properties over the last two years, effectively overcoming financial obstacles and making a notable comeback. While inaugurating the new logo of the Chhattisgarh Housing and Infrastructure Development Board (CGHIB) at the Circuit House in Nava Raipur, Sai stated that the board, previously limited to housing construction, will now significantly contribute to infrastructure development, invigorating the state’s progress. The Chief Minister emphasized the government’s dedication to fulfilling every family’s aspiration for a…

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Chhattisgarh CM Initiates Statewide Building Safety Audit

RAIPUR: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai has mandated a detailed review and safety audit of multi-storey residential complexes, commercial centers, coaching institutes, hotels, and other public buildings statewide, officials reported on Thursday. This directive follows several recent fire incidents nationwide, including a tragic blaze in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh on June 22 that resulted in 15 fatalities. The building that caught fire in Lucknow’s Aliganj area included an animation center, and many victims were students. Taking these incidents seriously, the Chief Minister emphasized the necessity for strict adherence to safety regulations to avert future tragedies, according to an official announcement.…

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Raipur: 84,000 Tax Defaulters Targeted for ₹400-Cr Revenue

RAIPUR: As the June 30 deadline approaches for a 6.25% rebate for timely taxpayers, the Raipur Municipal Corporation (RMC) is set to take strong measures against 84,000 property tax defaulters in an effort to achieve an annual revenue goal exceeding ₹400 crore. The RMC aims to surpass the ₹400-crore revenue target to enhance its financial independence. According to officials, recent recovery efforts have shown positive outcomes, with collections reaching ₹1 crore daily during peak times. The corporation is utilizing Geographic Information System (GIS) technology to identify remaining tax evaders among the city’s 3.46 lakh registered properties by comparing physical structures…

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Chhattisgarh: 50% Property Registration Rebate for Women

RAIPUR: In a significant move to bolster women’s ownership of assets, the Chhattisgarh government has introduced a 50% rebate on registration fees for properties registered in women’s names. This decision, endorsed by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, was officially announced in the gazette on Wednesday and takes effect immediately. According to officials, this initiative aims to motivate families to register immovable property under women’s names, enhancing their economic security and social status. The government anticipates that this rebate will gradually increase women’s participation in property ownership, an essential aspect of financial independence. Chief Minister Sai hailed the announcement as a…

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Chhattisgarh Cuts Land Fees for Women to Boost Economic Empowerment

Sure! Here’s a rewritten version of the content: RAIPUR: The Chhattisgarh government announced on Wednesday a 50% reduction in land registration fees for properties registered in women’s names, aimed at promoting property ownership and empowering women financially. The cabinet also granted a 25% discount on stamp duty for active military personnel, veterans from the state, and their widows when purchasing properties valued up to ₹25 lakh within Chhattisgarh. This decision was made during a cabinet meeting led by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai at the Mantralaya Mahanadi Bhawan in Nava Raipur Atal Nagar, according to an official statement. Fees for…

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Chhattisgarh Tops in Rural Housing with 600,000 Homes Built FY26

RAIPUR: Chhattisgarh has achieved a remarkable milestone in rural housing by constructing over six lakh houses in the financial year 2025-26, the highest in India, announced a state government official on Monday. This accomplishment highlights a strategic emphasis on efficient delivery, with well-coordinated schemes ensuring housing support reaches eligible families promptly. Thanks to the leadership of Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai and Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma, progress has been accelerated by the effective implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G), PM JANMAN Yojana, and Mukhyamantri Awas Yojana. These strategic alignments have expedited project execution and broadened coverage. “In…

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Chhattisgarh Unveils Solar-Powered PMAY Homes for Tribals

Representative image RAIPUR: Chhattisgarh has introduced an innovative initiative, the first of its kind in India, by installing rooftop solar panels on the Prime Minister Janman Awas homes of Pahadi Korwa families, recognized as a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group. This aims to provide some of the state’s poorest tribal households with durable housing and minimal electricity expenses. In the pilot phase, rooftop solar systems have been set up on eight residences of Pahadi Korwa families in the remote Gudurumuda village, located in the Podi-Uproda block of Korba district. Officials from Chhattisgarh State Power Distribution Company Limited (CSPDCL) noted that this…

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CAG Report Highlights Issues in Chhattisgarh Housing Scheme

RAIPUR: The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) has identified critical deficiencies in the execution of key welfare and infrastructure initiatives in Chhattisgarh. This includes urban housing, labor welfare, and renewable energy projects, as detailed in the Performance and Compliance Audit (Civil) Report for the period ending March 2023. The report, presented in the state assembly by Finance Minister O P Choudhary on Wednesday, consists of three chapters focused on audit planning, expenditure analysis, the performance audit of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban (PMAY-U), and a compliance audit of welfare schemes managed by the Labor Department. It…

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Chhattisgarh: Builder Must Buy Back Plot at Double Price

RAIPUR: The Chhattisgarh State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has directed a builder to repurchase a plot from a consumer at twice its original price, citing unfair trade practices and service deficiencies. In 2015, Dayawati Chauhan acquired a 1,000 sq ft plot through a registered agreement with the builder, which included a buyback clause. This clause stipulated that if she sought to resell the plot after five to five-and-a-half years, the builder would repurchase it at double the purchase price. After the designated period, Chauhan requested the builder to honor the buyback clause, but her request was turned down. Initially, she…

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Godrej Properties buys 50 acres in Raipur

Representative image created by AI NEW DELHI: Godrej Properties (GPL) has acquired 50 acres of land in Raipur, which will primarily feature plotted residential units with an estimated saleable area of 9.5 lakh sq ft. Gaurav Pandey, MD & CEO of the company, stated, “This acquisition marks another significant step in our expansion journey as we aim to strengthen our presence in emerging real estate markets across India. It strategically aligns with our goal of entering high-growth cities through plotted developments.” Recently, the company secured an additional 43 acres of land for a plotted development in Sector 40, Panipat, with…