In a historic development initiative, Chief Minister Mr. Vishnu Deo Sai officially launched the ‘Chhattisgarh Anjor Vision @ 2047’, presenting it as a transformative blueprint for the state’s progress over the next two decades. The grand event, held at Nava Raipur Atal Nagar, witnessed participation from NITI Aayog officials, subject experts, cabinet ministers, public representatives, and senior bureaucrats.
A Vision Aligned with Prime Minister’s National Goals
Addressing the audience, Mr. Sai emphasized that the Anjor Vision is deeply aligned with Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi’s ‘Developed India @ 2047’ initiative. “Where the thinking is big, the direction is clear, and there is public participation, development is certain,” he remarked.
He paid tribute to former Prime Minister Mr. Atal Bihari Vajpayee, under whose leadership Chhattisgarh attained statehood. Releasing the document during Atal Nirman Varsh (Atal Construction Year) and on the 25th anniversary of state formation added symbolic significance to the occasion.
People-Centric and Participatory Planning Process
The Anjor Vision was crafted through an inclusive and extensive consultative process. Inputs were gathered through:
- Working groups comprising subject experts
- Public dialogues at the division level
- The ‘More Sapna More Vikas Chhattisgarh’ portal
Mr. Sai affirmed that the vision reflects the aspirations of 3 crore citizens, making it a collective mission rather than a bureaucratic exercise.
Chhattisgarh’s Role in Driving India’s Economic Growth
Mr. Sai laid out the state’s plan to emerge as a key growth engine for India by 2047, focusing on natural resources, industry, energy, and connectivity:
- Steel production: Target of 45 million tonnes by 2030
- Coal output: Expansion to 437 million tonnes
- Electricity: Scaling capacity to 30,000 MW
- Iron ore: Doubling production to 100 million tonnes
- Lithium: India’s first lithium block auctioned in Chhattisgarh
Massive Infrastructure Push
To support growth, a sweeping infrastructure and connectivity boost is planned:
- Doubling of rail routes (from 1,100 km to 2,200 km by 2030)
- Implementation of Bodhghat Project for irrigation and hydropower
- New logistics policy leveraging Raipur’s location to expand e-commerce supply chains
Ten Missions for Inclusive and Holistic Development
The Anjor Vision @ 2047 is centered around 13 focus areas with 10 core missions, including:
- Krishi Unnati Mission: Doubling farmers’ income
- Single Window System 2.0: Faster industrial clearances
- Tourism boost: Homestays, eco-tourism in Bastar & Surguja
- Universal Healthcare: 100% Ayushman Bharat coverage and new Medicity in Nava Raipur
- Education overhaul: 1,000 PM Shri schools, 36 Adarsh colleges, a global skill university
- Tech innovation: IT, AI parks, and semiconductor facilities
- Environmental protection: Circular economy and 44% forest cover
- Employment: Reducing unemployment to below 1%
- Urban-Rural synergy: 5,000 smart villages and over 10 smart cities
- Governance reforms: 350+ reforms in 1.5 years
Ambitious Economic Goals Set for 2047
Mr. Sai outlined clear financial targets:
- State GDP: From ₹5 lakh crore to ₹11 lakh crore by 2030, and ₹75 lakh crore by 2047
- Per Capita Income: A tenfold increase
- Investment proposals: Worth ₹6.75 lakh crore already received
Mining, Sustainability, and Inclusive Growth
Addressing environmental concerns, Mr. Sai clarified that only 0.11% of forest land has been impacted by mining in 45 years, while 68,300 hectares of new forests have been developed. Mining contributes 9.38% to the state’s GDP, supporting 2 lakh direct and 20 lakh indirect jobs.
CSR and DMF funds are being utilized through the ‘Naya Ujala’ initiative to uplift underdeveloped areas.
Call for Collective Responsibility
Mr. Sai concluded with a rallying cry to citizens: “When the path is clear, the resolve is strong, and there is hard work, no goal is impossible.” He urged every individual to see the Anjor Vision as a shared mission for a prosperous future.
Finance Minister Mr. O.P. Choudhary Details Strategic Framework
Mr. O.P. Choudhary, the Finance Minister, explained the detailed monitoring mechanism and data-driven approach that would track progress. He emphasized that youth aspirations, cultural identity, and measurable outcomes were central to the strategy.
Conclusion: Blueprint for a New Chhattisgarh
The Chhattisgarh Anjor Vision @ 2047 is not just a government document—it is a people’s manifesto for inclusive development. With bold goals, strategic missions, and unwavering public involvement, Chhattisgarh is poised to become a model state in India’s Amrit Kaal. The journey toward a Developed Chhattisgarh in a Developed India has truly begun.
