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Chhattisgarh News: Teeja Milan ceremony in Bilaspur, CM Sai shared the happiness of the festival with sisters
Samira Vishwas | September 6, 2026 11:24 PM CST

Chhattisgarh News: A grand celebration of Teeja Tihar was organized at Bahtarai Stadium in Bilaspur on Sunday. Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai participated in this ceremony colored in the colors of Chhattisgarhi culture and traditions. A large number of mothers and sisters reached the program in traditional costumes. The Chief Minister wished everyone a happy Teeja festival and prayed to Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati for a happy and prosperous life for the women of the state.

Teeja is a special festival of our folk culture.

Chief Minister Sai said that Teeja is an important festival of the rich folk culture of Chhattisgarh. The feeling of women's faith, love and family happiness is attached to it. He said that festivals like Teeja help to connect the new generation with their culture and traditions.

In Chhattisgarh, the tradition of married daughters visiting their maternal home on the occasion of Teeja and celebrating the festival with the family has been going on for a long time. The Chief Minister said that such festivals also play an important role in strengthening the relationships of family and society.

Financial help to women through Mahtari Vandan Yojana

The Chief Minister also mentioned the government's schemes for women empowerment. He said that in Chhattisgarh, more than 68 lakh mothers and sisters are being given regular financial assistance through Mahtari Vandan Yojana. So far 31 installments have been paid under the scheme.

She said this assistance is helping women become financially stronger for their needs.

More than 13.85 lakh women became Lakhpati Didi

Chief Minister Sai said that the women of Chhattisgarh are no longer just the beneficiaries of government schemes, but are also active participants in development. More than 13 lakh 85 thousand women have become Lakhpati Didi in the state.

Women are getting involved in different livelihood activities through self-help groups. The Chief Minister also mentioned the drone didis, who are looking for self-employment opportunities through modern technology.

Chorhadewari will be named Ramdevari

During the program, the Chief Minister also made two big announcements for the region. He changed the name of Chorhadewari village of Bilha development block. 'Ramdevari' Announced to be done. Along with this, for the Beltara festival to be held on Maghi Purnima. 30 lakh rupees Announced to give.

Swings, mehndi and songs added to the charm

Swings, mehendi and various entertainment activities were organized for the women in the Teeja Milan ceremony. Traditional costumes, songs and festive atmosphere added to the charm of the event. Children also took part in different activities.

Many public representatives including Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao and Women and Child Development Minister Lakshmi Rajwade were present in the program. A beautiful confluence of Chhattisgarh's culture and women power was seen in the ceremony.


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