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Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai met Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss critical infrastructure projects in the Bastar region. The Bodhghat Multipurpose Dam Project and Indravati-Mahanadi Interlinking Project aim to transform the region's development potential. These initiatives will generate hydroelectric power, expand irrigation, and support agricultural growth across multiple districts. The projects represent a strategic effort to overcome historical challenges like Naxalism and promote economic empowerment in the region.

Key Points: Sai Pitches Bodhghat Dam to Modi for Bastar Development

  • Bodhghat Dam to generate 125 MW hydroelectric power
  • Project aims to overcome Naxalism-related development challenges
  • Interlinking project will irrigate over 3 lakh hectares
  • Multi-district infrastructure initiative for Bastar region
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Chhattisgarh CM Sai meets PM Modi, discusses Bodhghat dam and Indravati-Mahanadi interlinking projects

Chhattisgarh CM discusses transformative Bodhghat and Indravati-Mahanadi projects with PM Modi to boost region's infrastructure

"Both projects represent a crucial step toward a prosperous and self-reliant Bastar - Vishnu Deo Sai, Chhattisgarh CM"

Raipur, June 7

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday during his visit to Delhi and had a detailed discussion with the PM regarding the construction of the multipurpose Bodhghat dam project and the Indravati-Mahanadi interlinking project as national projects.

During their discussion, the Chief Minister highlighted that the Bastar division has long been affected by Naxalism, which has hindered the development of irrigation facilities in the region.

The Government of Chhattisgarh is working on the Multipurpose Bodhghat Dam Project and the Indravati-Mahanadi Link Project to overcome these challenges and promote inclusive development.

He stated that the Bodhghat Multipurpose Dam Project will prove to be a transformative initiative for the comprehensive development of the Bastar region. Proposed on the Indravati River, a major tributary of the Godavari, the project has been included in the 1980 award of the Godavari Water Dispute Tribunal.

While other states have implemented their respective projects under the same award, the Bodhghat project remained stalled due to its remote location and the Naxal problem.

The Bodhghat Project is expected to expand irrigation infrastructure and significantly accelerate the development of Bastar. The project will generate 125 MW of hydroelectric power, produce 4,824 tonnes of fish annually, ensure irrigation across 3,78,475 hectares during Kharif and Rabi seasons, and provide 49 MCM of drinking water.

The Indravati-Mahanadi Interlinking Project will additionally enable irrigation of more than 3 lakh hectares, including 50,000 hectares in the Kanker district. Together, both projects represent a crucial step toward a prosperous and self-reliant Bastar.

The Multipurpose Bodhghat Dam Project is proposed on the Indravati River, a major tributary of the Godavari. In Chhattisgarh, the Indravati flows for 264 km. The project site is located about 8 km from Barsur village in Geedam block of Dantewada district and approximately 100 km from Jagdalpur city.

The Bodhghat Project will benefit 269 villages across the districts of Dantewada, Bijapur, and Sukma. The Indravati-Mahanadi Interlinking Project will expand irrigation facilities to numerous villages in Kanker district.

Together, both projects will serve as a major step in transforming the Bastar division into a developed, self-reliant, and empowered region.

- ANI

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Rajesh K.
Finally some good news for Bastar! This region has suffered for too long due to Naxalism and lack of development. The Bodhghat dam will be a game changer - irrigation, electricity, and drinking water all in one project. Hope the central and state governments work together to complete it quickly. 🙏
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Priya M.
While the projects sound promising, I hope proper environmental impact assessments are done. Bastar has unique biodiversity that shouldn't be compromised. Development is important, but not at the cost of our natural heritage. The fish production numbers look impressive though!
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Amit S.
About time! These projects were pending since 1980s. Other states moved forward while Bastar remained neglected. The irrigation benefits will transform agriculture in the region. But security for workers will be crucial - Naxals won't let development happen easily in their stronghold.
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Sunita R.
As someone from Chhattisgarh, I'm cautiously optimistic. Many big projects get announced but ground implementation is slow. Hope this time it's different. The drinking water provision will be a huge relief for villages that currently walk miles for water. Jal Jeevan Mission should integrate with this.
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Vikram J.
The interlinking of Indravati-Mahanadi is brilliant! This is how we should be managing our water resources across states. But I worry about displacement - 269 villages affected means thousands of tribal families. Rehabilitation must be done properly with their consent, not like some past projects.
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Neha P.
125 MW hydro power is good but seems small compared to Bastar's potential. Couldn't they plan bigger? Also, hope local youth get employment during construction and later in operations. Real development is when benefits reach the people, not just corporations. #VikasWithNyay

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