New Delhi, June 11 -- Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai presented a new vision of a Naxalism-free Bastar to the nation during the 11th meeting of the NITI Aayog Governing Council, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

He stated that Bastar, having endured decades of violence, is now poised to become a model for economic resurgence, employment, education, tourism, and agriculture-based development.

During the meeting held on Thursday, the Chief Minister presented a comprehensive action plan aimed at doubling the income of tribal families in Bastar, ushering in a 'white revolution' (dairy sector growth), expanding irrigation facilities across 32,000 hectares, developing tourism into a major industry, and attracting investment ...