During a public address, the Prime Minister lauded Chhattisgarh’s remarkable journey over the past quarter-century. He highlighted the widespread availability of electricity and internet connectivity in every village, a testament to the government’s commitment to bridging the digital and energy divide. The success of the Ujjwala scheme was also emphasized, with gas connections now reaching even the most vulnerable households, and plans underway to extend piped gas networks to villages.

The expansion of rural infrastructure was a key focus, with PM Modi noting the dramatic transformation of the road network. From limited access in remote areas at the time of the state’s formation, Chhattisgarh now boasts a 40,000 km rural road network, significantly improving connectivity and accessibility.

Further underscoring the government’s focus on welfare, PM Modi presided over a ‘Griha Pravesh’ ceremony, inaugurating 3.51 lakh new homes built under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana. An additional Rs 1,200 crore was released for 3 lakh beneficiaries, ensuring dignified housing for rural families.

Beyond infrastructure, the visit celebrated Chhattisgarh’s rich heritage. The Prime Minister unveiled a statue of Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh and inaugurated a memorial and museum dedicated to tribal freedom fighters, honoring their bravery. The newly constructed Chhattisgarh Vidhansabha, a sustainable building powered by solar energy and featuring rainwater harvesting, was also inaugurated, symbolizing a modern and eco-conscious future.

Under the Chief Minister’s Electricity Connection Assurance Scheme, electricity connections were provided to all households in the state five months ahead of schedule, by October 2018. This scheme was later renamed ‘Saubhagya’.

Furthermore, per capita energy consumption has increased approximately fivefold during the last 20 years. In 2012, per capita energy consumption was 134 kilowatt-hours, rising to 160 kilowatt-hours in 2014. The number of electricity consumers has also seen a substantial increase, growing by about 12.5 times. In 2005, the state had 1.7 million electricity consumers, which has increased to 21.4 million in 2025.

Currently, the state experiences an average of 22-24 hours of electricity supply in both urban and rural areas. Urban areas receive an average of 23-24 hours of power, while rural areas receive an average of 22-23 hours. In stark contrast, in 2005, urban areas had an average of 10-12 hours of power, and rural areas had only 5-6 hours. By 2012, power availability increased to 14-16 hours in urban areas and 8-10 hours in rural areas. In 2014, urban areas saw an average of 20-21 hours of electricity, and rural areas received 14-16 hours. The number of electrified villages in the state has increased from 14,020 in 2005 to 39,073. Similarly, the number of electrified hamlets in 2025 reached 106,249.