CHIEF Minister Vishnu Deo Sai paid a courtesy visit to Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare and Chemicals and Fertilisers J P Nadda, at his residence in New Delhi today. During the meeting, the two leaders held detailed and constructive discussions on a range of departmental and current issues, with a particular focus on public health, healthcare infrastructure, and developments in the pharmaceutical and fertiliser sectors. Chief Minister Sai informed the Union Minister that the state government is consistently working to expand and strengthen healthcare services across Chhattisgarh. Efforts are underway to enhance hospitals, medical colleges, and other healthcare institutions to ensure the availability of quality medical services in remote, rural, and tribal regions. He further stated that the government is committed to providing citizens with access to advanced healthcare facilities and quality medical treatment within the state itself. While discussing matters related to the agriculture and fertilizer sectors, the chief minister informed that clear instructions have been issued to the authorities to ensure the adequate and timely availability of fertilizers and seeds for farmers in the state.

 

The government is ensuring that farmers do not face any difficulties and that the supply of essential agricultural inputs remains smooth throughout the Kharif season. Sai mentioned that officials have been instructed to maintain constant vigilance over the fertilizer distribution system and to adopt a zero-tolerance policy towards black marketing, hoarding, or negligence. Additionally, directives have been issued to launch village-level campaigns to connect farmers with modern agricultural techniques and encourage them to adopt new technologies. He also informed the Union Minister that the state government is promoting the use of Nano Urea and Nano DAP. Extensive awareness campaigns are being conducted to educate farmers about the benefits of these products, aiming to boost agricultural productivity, reduce costs, and make farming more profitable. The Chief Minister stated that the Chhattisgarh government, with the full cooperation of the Government of India, is continuously striving to give new momentum to development in the sectors of health, agriculture, and public welfare. Coordination between the Centre and the State is being further strengthened to ensure the state’s holistic development. Union Minister J P Nadda appreciated the expansion of health services in Chhattisgarh, the measures being taken in the interest of farmers, and the efforts being made for public welfare. He assured all possible support from the Central Government in the health sector and other areas of development.