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Raipur, March 24, 2025: President of India Droupadi Murmu, while participating in the silver jubilee celebrations of Chhattisgarh Assembly today, congratulated the people of the state on their 25 years of democratic journey and praised the excellent parliamentary traditions of the Legislative Assembly.
President Murmu described the establishment of Chhattisgarh state as the result of the extraordinary guidance of late Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee and paid her respectful tribute to him.
She said that the democratic journey of Chhattisgarh is an inspiring example of the expression of people’s aspirations. Sharing the memories of her MLA period, she said that working as a public representative is a privilege for people inspired by the spirit of public service.
She described the Legislative Assembly as the carrier of culture and the center that gives direction to policy making.
Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly: A symbol of exemplary parliamentary conduct
The President praised the disciplined and dignified traditions adopted by the Chhattisgarh Assembly. In particular, he appreciated rules like ‘suspension by itself’ and called it historic that in 25 years, the marshals never had to be used in the Chhattisgarh Assembly.
Murmu called upon Chhattisgarh to be the living symbol of mother power and paid tribute to the cultural dignity of the state.
Remembering Chhattisgarh’s female personality Mini Mata, she paid tribute to her contribution. Murmu also appreciated the fact that today there are 19 women MLAs in the Assembly and the number of women voters in the state has been more than men.
The President called upon the women MLAs to play a leading role in empowering other women of the state. She appealed to bring the spirit of the ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Act’ to the ground.
Policies of Chhattisgarh towards an inclusive society
President Murmu called upon the 565 bills passed by the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly to be historic in the direction of inclusive development. Especially mentioning the Act that frees women from harassment based on stereotypes, he called it an important contribution of the Legislative Assembly during the tenure of Dr. Raman Singh.
A state rich in natural resources, full of possibilities
Murmu said Chhattisgarh has immense possibilities of development. She said that the state has a vast possibility of development in the mineral, industrial and agricultural sectors. She stressed the need for a balance between environmental protection and development.
She said that the traditional folk crafts here are appreciated in the country and abroad. This beautiful state is rich in lush green forests, waterfalls and other natural boons. Chhattisgarh is blessed with rivers like Mahanadi, Hasdeo, Indravati and Shivnath.
Along with moving ahead on the path of modern development, Chhattisgarh also has to ensure environmental protection. All of you policy makers of the state have the responsibility to establish a balance between development and nature. Along with this, it is also the responsibility of all public representatives to connect all sections of the society with the modern development journey, Murmu said.
Decisive progress towards freedom from left wing extremism
The President said that the task of connecting people affected by left wing extremism in Chhattisgarh with the mainstream of society has reached its final and decisive stage. People of Naxal-affected areas of Chhattisgarh want to move ahead on the path of development. He expressed confidence that the efforts to completely free Chhattisgarh from extremism will soon be successful and a golden chapter will be added to the history of the state.
The basic mantra of social harmony: ‘Mankhe-Mankhe Ek Saman’
Quoting Guru Ghasidas’ message ‘Mankhe-Mankhe Ek Saman’, the President talked about building an ideal Chhattisgarh of social equality and harmony.
Describing the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly as an ideal democratic institution, President Murmu wished for the bright future of the state and called upon all the public representatives to work with a spirit of dedication to build a better Chhattisgarh.
Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly is an ideal example in democratic traditions – Governor Deka
Governor Ramen Deka described the dignified presence of President Droupadi Murmu at the silver jubilee celebrations as unique and inspiring and heartily welcomed her on behalf of the people of the state.
The Governor described the 25-year journey of the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly as a journey of pride and honour.
He said that through continuous efforts of rehabilitation and development in Naxal-affected areas, success is being achieved in connecting the tribal communities of Bastar region with the mainstream.
