Raipur: Days before Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s scheduled visit to Bastar for the 26th Central Zonal Council meeting, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Friday chaired a high-level review meeting to assess preparations for the three-day programme, which is seen as a key moment for the region.
Detailed Schedule of Amit Shah’s Visit
Amit Shah is expected to arrive in Raipur on the evening of May 17 and stay overnight. On May 18, he will have a series of official engagements in Raipur and Jagdalpur. The following day, May 19, he will chair the Central Zonal Council meeting in Bastar and address a press briefing before departing for Delhi.
Participants in the Central Zonal Council Meeting
The meeting on May 19 will bring together the chief ministers of Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand, along with senior officials from the central government and the respective states.
Review Meeting Highlights
At the review meeting held in Mahanadi Bhawan, officials briefed the Chief Minister on various aspects of the visit, including logistics, security arrangements, coordination among departments, and accommodation plans. The state government is leaving no stone unturned to ensure a smooth and successful visit.
The Central Zonal Council is one of the five zonal councils established under the States Reorganisation Act, 1956, to foster cooperation and coordination among states. This is the first time such a meeting is being held in Bastar, underscoring the region's significance.
Security has been tightened across Bastar, with additional forces deployed. The administration is also focusing on road infrastructure and cleanliness in preparation for the high-profile visit.
