Raipur: Chhattisgarh’s Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel has called for an extraordinary cabinet meeting, marking the second such gathering in a span of just six days. The timing of this meeting, just prior to the Monsoon Session, lends it great significance, fueling speculation that crucial decisions are on the horizon.
With the upcoming assembly elections in Chhattisgarh later this year, the commencement of the last assembly session under CM Baghel’s tenure, scheduled to start on July 18, adds to the gravity of the situation. However, before the session kicks off, the Chief Minister has summoned the cabinet for this extraordinary meeting. Notably, contractual employees across the state have staged a sit-in, hoping for regularization from the government, adding further weight to the proceedings.
The cabinet meeting, taking place at 6:30 PM today (July 12), will be chaired by CM Baghel at the Chief Minister’s residence, with Deputy Chief Minister TS Singhdeo and other cabinet members in attendance. It is noteworthy that Chief Minister Baghel and Deputy CM Singhdeo have been engaging with various organizations affected by strikes in recent days, underscoring the potential for significant decisions to be made during this cabinet meeting. The political circles are abuzz with discussions regarding the imminent outcomes.
One of the pressing issues on the agenda could be addressing the demands for regularization put forth by thousands of employees across the state. Additionally, preparations for the traditional state festival of Hareli, set to be celebrated on July 17, may undergo review during the meeting.
Coinciding with Hareli, the Chhattisgarhia Olympics is also scheduled to commence, adding further considerations. Moreover, several districts in the state are experiencing deficient rainfall, exacerbating the challenges faced by farmers. It is expected that the cabinet meeting will deliberate on these issues and potentially approve various proposals for government initiatives in the upcoming monsoon session of the assembly, starting on July 18.