*Dialogue Brings Relief: Chief Minister Addresses Power Bill Concerns in Kamrakhol**‘No Need to Worry About Pending Bills, Relief Will Come Through ‘Samadhan Yojana’: Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai*Raipur, May 5, 2026/Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai’s visit to the remote forest village of Kamrakhol on May 4 brought a message of relief and reassurance to local residents. Under Sushasan Tihar 2026, a chaupal held beneath a mango tree became the setting for direct public interaction, where Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai listened attentively to villagers’ concerns and issued on-the-spot instructions to ensure swift resolution. The scene stood as a vivid illustration of the strengthening bond of trust between governance and the people.*Assurance on Power Bill Concerns*During the interaction, when a villager expressed anxiety over rising electricity bills and pending dues, the Chief Minister promptly reassured him, saying, “There is no need to worry, your government stands with you.” He highlighted that the State Government’s Electricity Bill Payment Settlement Scheme has been introduced to provide relief to economically weaker families. The scheme offers substantial concessions on outstanding dues.The benefits extend not only to domestic consumers but also to agricultural pump users, while special provisions have been made to grant additional relief to BPL families.*Sensitivity on the Ground, Immediate Action*Chief Minister Shri Sai’s approach went beyond assurances. He directed the District Collector to organise special camps at the gram panchayat level to ensure that residents of Kamrakhol and nearby villages do not have to make repeated visits to government offices. Instead, their grievances would be addressed within their own villages.On the occasion, Collector Shri Gopal Verma informed that over 13,000 consumers in the district have already benefited from the scheme, with total concessions exceeding Rs 11.75 crore granted so far.*Kamrakhol Emerges as a Living Example of Good Governance*The chaupal at Kamrakhol proved that when governance engages directly with citizens, even complex issues can find simple solutions. Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai’s initiative reaffirmed that good governance is not merely about formulating schemes, but about ensuring their effective and accessible delivery to the last mile.
