The state is all set to showcase its unique identity at the prestigious World Expo 2025 in Osaka (Japan) next week where CM Vishnu Deo Sai has been specially invited to represent the state. The theme of the summit is ‘Designing Future Society for our Lives’ with sub-themes on ‘Saving Lives, Empowering Lives and Connecting Lives’, celebrating global innovations. Over 160 countries and 9 international organisations are participating in the mega event. Chhattisgarh, at its dedicated state stall at the expansive summit venue in Yumeshima Island, will highlight its rich cultural heritage, technological advances, trade and infrastructure. The state looks to place itself on the global map of industrial growth by positing an investment hub image.
New Assembly complex all set for inauguration
With the construction of the new Chhattisgarh Assembly complex in its final stage, the new premises will be dedicated to the public during the state’s Rajyotsava celebration on November 1. PM Narendra Modi has been invited to inaugurate the sprawling new structure spread across 52 acres. The new Vidhan Sabha building beautifully blends the states rich cultural heritage and traditional architectural elements with cutting-edge facilities. The Assembly hall, to have seats for 200 MLAs, will include a state-of-the-art auditorium with a 500-person capacity. The complex will also include parking for 700 vehicles and two proposed lakes.
State-of-the-art libraries to come up in every dist
After encouraging response and favourable results from Raipur-based Nalanda Parisar, the state’s biggest Central Library, the State is now building 34 new libraries covering almost every district. These will be equipped with quality books for higher education, competitive exams and reference materials besides other modern facilities. The option of both offline and online will be made available. The state capital, besides the Nalanda Parisar complex-cum-reading zone, also has Takshashila Central library-cum-smart reading room and a 500-seater central library. Libraries are also proposed for Maoist-hit districts and hinterlands.
Ejaz Kaiser
Our correspondent in Chhattisgarh
ejaz@newindianexpress.com