Chhattisgarh news & politics
The latest news from Chhattisgarh, where Vishnu Deo Sai (BJP) is Chief Minister. Most covered in the last 30 days: crime violence, protest opposition, corruption scam.
4 CRPF personnel injured in accidental blast while disposing explosives near Sukma camp
On Thursday (October 8) evening, four Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were injured during an accidental blast while disposing of unserviceable explosives near Elarmadgu security camp in Sukma district. The Ammunition Technical Team of the 50th battalion reported that Assistant Sub-Inspector M K Tiwari, Inspector Amarnath Mishra, ASI Anees Khan, and Head Constable Kuldeep Raj were injured. Both ASIs sustained serious injuries.
Chhattisgarh Police release 4 migrant workers after Calcutta High Court intervention
On October 7, 2026, Chhattisgarh Police released four migrant workers—Sabir Sheikh (42), Safikul Islam (39), Nasiruddin Sheikh (35), and Laltu Sheikh (28)—from a Raipur holding centre. They were detained on September 4, 2026, for suspected Bangladeshi nationality. Following Calcutta High Court intervention on October 5, 2026, and the receipt of a delayed Murshidabad District Administration report, Rajneesh Singh ordered their release.
Fast Track Court hands death penalties to Kuldeep Sahu, Chandrakant Chaudhary, and Phool Singh
On October 8, 2026, a Fast Track Court (FTC) in Surajpur district handed death penalties to Kuldeep Sahu (32), Chandrakant Chaudhary (28), and Phool Singh, alias Rinku (28). Judge Anand Prakash Wariyal also sentenced Aryan Vishwakarma, alias Goldy (20), to life imprisonment for killing a policeman's wife and 11-year-old daughter in 2024. Government counsel Suresh Sharma confirmed the convictions.
Calcutta High Court intervenes as Chhattisgarh Police release 4 migrant workers from Raipur centre
The Calcutta High Court intervened after Chhattisgarh Police detained four migrant workers from Murshidabad, including Sabir Sheikh (42), Safikul Islam (39), Nasiruddin Sheikh (35), and Laltu Sheikh (28), on September 4, 2026. Following a court rap on October 5, 2026, the men were released from a Raipur holding centre at 9 pm on October 7, 2026, as Indians.
Chhattisgarh Police detain 23 West Bengal migrants suspected of being Bangladeshi nationals
Chhattisgarh Police detained 23 migrant workers from West Bengal on September 4, 2026, suspecting them of being Bangladeshi nationals. Four men—Sabir Sheikh (42), Safikul Islam (39), Nasiruddin Sheikh (35), and Laltu Sheikh (28)—remain in a Raipur detention centre after their names were deleted from the voters list during an Election Commission of India (ECI) revision. Their families filed a petition at the Calcutta High Court, where Justice Krishna Rao criticized the state's "double standard" while the tribunal reviews their appeals.
ECI postpones Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s two-day Chhattisgarh visit due to “unavoidable reasons”
The Election Commission of India (ECI) postponed a two-day visit by Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and senior officials to Chhattisgarh on October 7 and 8, 2026, due to “unavoidable reasons.” The Chief Electoral Officer in Chhattisgarh issued the order on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. The trip included visits to Danteshwari, Bhoramdeo, and Chitrakoot water fall.
Security forces recover AK-47, explosives and Maoist arms in Dantewada district
On Tuesday, October 6, 2026, security forces including the District Reserve Guard (DRG), Bastar Fighters, and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) recovered Maoist arms and explosives in Dantewada district. Led by Chandramohan Singh, the operation yielded an AK-47, INSAS rifle, BGL, bombs, and uniforms. This follows previous looting of 100 firearms; 72 weapons have been recovered since March 31.
Droupadi Murmu urges AIIMS Bilaspur doctors to serve remote areas with compassion
On October 6, 2026, President Droupadi Murmu addressed the first convocation of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) at Bilaspur in Himachal Pradesh. She urged graduating doctors to serve humanity with compassion, specifically targeting remote areas. She stated AIIMS Bilaspur must become a premier tertiary healthcare center using telemedicine and technology to reach underprivileged populations in hilly regions.
Sukma village panchayat bans community land allotment to Christians and converts
The Punpalli village panchayat in Chhattisgarh’s Sukma district passed a resolution on October 2 banning community land allotment to Christians and converts for burials or churches. Madkam Bhima of Bharatiya Yuva Morcha cited Article 244(1), the Fifth Schedule, and PESA Act 1996 to protect social unity. However, Pradeep Singh and Bhupendra Khora of the Christian Progressive Alliance claimed these orders infringe upon constitutional religious freedoms.
Former security camp in Bhatpal converted into residential facility for 150 tribal boys
Narayanpur Collector Namrata Jain announced that a former security camp in Bhatpal, Narayanpur district, was converted into a residential facility for over 150 tribal school boys on August 11. The site houses 114 pre-Matriculation students and 39 post-Matriculation students from Education City, Kutul. This initiative aims to provide safe, affordable accommodation for children in the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh.
Family alleges murder of CAF constable who reportedly died by service rifle
On September 30, Vijendra Thakur, a 40-year-old constable of the Chhattisgarh Armed Force (CAF), died at Sendra Camp in Bijapur district. While police reported he allegedly ended his life with a service rifle, his family from Devnagar village alleged murder. On October 1, 2026, relatives and residents protested in Ramanujnagar, claiming Thakur was murdered rather than committing suicide.
Majhi and Sai meet Amit Shah to resolve Mahanadi water dispute
Mohan Charan Majhi and Vishnu Deo Sai met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on October 1, 2026, to resolve the Mahanadi water dispute. Supported by the Central Water Commission, both states submitted proposals for a solution. The expanded technical committee meets October 13, while the Mahanadi Water Disputes Tribunal, headed by Bela M. Trivedi, meets October 15.
