Chhattisgarh: Massive 'Aashirwad Ke Diye' Drive Honours PM Modi's 25 Years of Service
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In a sweeping display of public participation and civic reverence, the state of Chhattisgarh was transformed into a glittering expanse of light on Thursday as citizens illuminated more than 1.50 crore traditional earthen diyas under the landmark "Aashirwad Ke Diya" (Lamps of Blessing) initiative. Organised as a signature highlight of the broader "Seva Sankalp Abhiyan," the statewide event marked public gratitude for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 25 years of uninterrupted leadership and dedicated governance in public office. Across rural panchayats, lively town squares, bustling urban markets, and historic temple courtyards, communities gathered at dusk to light lamps, creating elaborate artistic motifs and illuminated messages of goodwill honoring the Prime Minister’s ongoing commitment to nation-building.
CM Vishnu Deo Sai Hails 25-Year Milestone of Historic Development and Welfare
Addressing the grand occasion from the state capital Raipur, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai remarked that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s quarter-century journey in executive public service represents absolute dedication to 1.4 billion citizens and national empowerment. The Chief Minister pointed out that India has scaled unprecedented heights across infrastructure development, grassroots welfare delivery, and international prestige under the Prime Minister's vision. The lighting ceremony brought together a diverse demographic cross-section, including self-help women groups, youth clubs, agrarian workers, trade unionists, students, and elected public representatives who assembled at city landmarks and sacred shrines to participate in this collective celebration of welfare-driven governance.
Month-Long 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' Mobilises Communities Across All Districts
The "Aashirwad Ke Diya" spectacle acts as the curtain-raiser for Chhattisgarh's expansive "Seva Sankalp Abhiyan," a high-impact month-long civic campaign running from September 17 through October 17. Across all administrative districts, government departments and community volunteers are rolling out specialized public service drives, tree-planting campaigns, sanitation exercises, and participatory welfare initiatives aimed at embedding the principles of transparent, responsive governance at the grass-roots level. By uniting millions through light and practical community service, the administration seeks to foster enduring civic collaboration and inspire active citizen participation in local development throughout the month-long celebratory period.
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