Raipur: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) celebrated “Mandate Day” on December 3, marking one year since its historic victory in the 2023 Chhattisgarh Assembly elections.
At the Kushabhau Thackeray Complex, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao, party leaders, and workers commemorated the occasion with enthusiasm, dancing to drums and fireworks. The BJP’s resounding victory, securing 54 seats, reflected the trust of Chhattisgarh’s 3 crore voters in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s promises.
Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai emphasized the importance of this milestone, attributing the victory to the collective efforts of party workers and leaders under the guidance of PM Modi, BJP President JP Nadda, and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Sai highlighted the role of then-state BJP President Arun Sao, whose leadership energized party workers and galvanized public opinion against the Congress government.
Sai underscored the BJP’s commitment to fulfilling Modi’s promises, including initiatives like providing houses under the Prime Minister Housing Scheme, purchasing paddy at ₹3,100 per quintal, and transferring funds under the Mahtari Vandan Yojana to over 70 lakh women.
Programs like the Ramlala Darshan Scheme and the increase in tendupatta collection rates from ₹4,000 to ₹5,500 per quintal were also credited as significant achievements. Sai assured the public of continued efforts toward good governance, tackling corruption, and addressing critical issues like the PSC scam and coal and liquor scandals under the previous government.
The Chief Minister also noted progress in combating Naxalism in Bastar and establishing a corruption-free administration, emphasizing the benefits of a “double-engine government.” He called on the people of Chhattisgarh to unite in building a developed state.
Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao echoed these sentiments, recalling the BJP’s relentless fight against the Congress’s “corrupt and tyrannical rule.” He praised party workers for their resilience in the face of challenges and highlighted the state’s rapid development under the BJP’s leadership. Saw reaffirmed the commitment to fulfilling Modi’s guarantees and credited the people of Chhattisgarh for ushering in a new era of governance and progress on December 3, 2023.
Together, the BJP leaders emphasized, Chhattisgarh is marching toward a brighter and more prosperous future.
