PM Modi praises Bilha’s women in ‘Mann Ki Baat’ – Chhattisgarh’s cleanliness initiative gets national spotlight
“A proud moment for every citizen of Chhattisgarh,” says CM Vishnu Deo Sai
Raipur, July 27, 2025/Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai joined citizens across the country today in listening to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s 124th edition of the monthly ‘Mann Ki Baat’ radio programme at the CM’s residence in Raipur. Present on the occasion were Shri Vikas Markam, Shri Naveen Markandey, Shri Amit Chimnani, Smt. Harshita Pandey, Shri Amit Sahu and other dignitaries.
CM Vishnu Deo Sai said that ‘Mann Ki Baat’ is not just a platform of communication, but a powerful national forum that brings forth stories of innovation, public initiatives, and inspiration from across the country, filling citizens with fresh energy and motivation.
Chief Minister Shri Sai said that today was a moment of special pride for Chhattisgarh, as the Prime Minister mentioned the innovative work led by women in the Nagar Panchayat of Bilha, Bilaspur district, in the field of cleanliness. PM Modi stated that “Women of Bilha were trained in waste management and they came together to completely transform the face of the town.” CM Sai noted that this recognition is a matter of immense pride and inspiration for every citizen of Chhattisgarh.
“The women of Bilha have proved that when determination and cooperation come together, no transformation is impossible. This success story in cleanliness has brought national recognition to Chhattisgarh. With their resolve, these women have helped make Bilha one of the cleanest towns in the country,” the CM added.
CM Vishnu Deo Sai emphasized that the innovation shown by the women of Chhattisgarh in the cleanliness mission was rightfully acknowledged today by the Prime Minister on a national platform. He said this demonstrates that cleanliness is not merely a government programme, but a mass movement driven by social awareness and active women participation.
The Chief Minister informed that seven cities of Chhattisgarh, including Nagar Panchayat Bilha, have been honoured at the national level under the Swachh Bharat Mission by the Hon’ble President of India. Congratulating the elected representatives of urban bodies, Municipal Commissioners, CMO officials, Swachhta Didis and sanitation workers, he said that this recognition is the result of the dedication and hard work of all involved.
He further shared that during his recent visit to Jashpur district, he learned that all five urban bodies of the district have shown remarkable improvement in the national cleanliness rankings. In appreciation of this performance, he personally felicitated the sanitation workers and Swachhta Didis two days ago in Jashpur.
CM Sai added that a positive environment has been created across Chhattisgarh in the field of cleanliness, and that the state government’s commitment and sincerity in implementing the Swachh Bharat Mission is now clearly visible in the results.
Concluding his statement, the Chief Minister said:“‘Mann Ki Baat’ has today become a national movement that transforms ordinary stories from every corner of the country into extraordinary sources of inspiration. It is a living testimony to the vibrancy of Indian democracy.”
