The Chhattisgarh Government’s commitment to rebuilding lives in Maoist affected regions has taken concrete shape through a special housing project under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY). Nearly 3,000 permanent homes are currently under construction for families displaced or devastated by Left-Wing Extremism and for those who have surrendered arms in pursuit of peace.
Following the state government’s appeal, the Centre approved 15,000 PMAY homes under a special project targeting those previously ineligible under existing housing norms. Of these, 3,000 homes have already been sanctioned, with over 2,100 families receiving the first installment and 128 progressing to the second stage of funding.
Despite the region’s rugged terrain and logistical challenges, construction has made remarkable progress. Two poignant examples are Sodi Hungi of Sukma district and Dashari Bai of Kanker district, whose homes were completed within just three months. Both women lost their husbands to Maoist violence, one in 2005 and the other during Assembly elections. For years, they lived in fragile, leaking huts until the special project brought them a safe, dignified shelter.
“This initiative is more than just bricks and mortar, it’s about restoring trust, dignity, and stability,” said Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, adding that the government is committed to ensuring every eligible family receives a permanent home. “It demonstrates that with government resolve and community participation, even the impossible can be achieved in the most remote corners of Chhattisgarh.”
Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Vijay Sharma described the housing effort as “a historic step toward justice and dignity for those impacted by violence.” Home Minister Vijay Sharma added, “Projects like these are essential for sustainable peace and inclusive development in conflict-affected zones.”
Sukma tops the list with 984 sanctioned homes, followed by Bijapur (761), Narayanpur (376), Dantewada (251), Bastar (214), Kondagaon (166), Kanker (146), Gariaband (27), Balrampur-Ramanujganj (25), and Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chowki (23). Officials reiterated that such initiatives are not merely rehabilitation efforts but part of a larger commitment to bring stability, dignity, and long-term peace to conflict-affected communities.
The state’s intensified efforts to dismantle left-wing extremism reflect its broader strategy of development led security. By focusing on intelligence led operations, community participation, and coordination with central forces, Chhattisgarh continues to make measurable progress in restoring normalcy in affected districts.