Chhattisgarh emerges from LWE menace, witnessing new dawn of development: V-P Radhakrishnan

Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan addressed the third convocation of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Raipur on Wednesday, highlighting how Chhattisgarh has emerged from the grip of Left Wing Extremism (LWE) and is now witnessing unprecedented growth and development. The Vice-President emphasized that areas previously plagued by violence are now associated with infrastructure such as roads, schools, hospitals, and investment opportunities.

He also noted that more women than men were receiving degrees at AIIMS Raipur, underscoring the state's commitment to gender equality in education. Radhakrishnan lauded the decisive leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai for bringing an end to the Naxal menace in Chhattisgarh.

He described the transformation as a powerful example of how strong political will, robust security policies, and development-focused governance can bring about change. The AIIMS Raipur, established in 2012, stands as a symbol of this transformation, evolving into a major tertiary care institution serving the region and beyond. The Vice-President lauded the institute's achievements in advanced healthcare, including successful kidney transplants and ear implants, as well as its role in expanding access to higher education for women.

Since 2014, numerous new institutions have been established across India, reflecting the country's commitment to balanced development and the vision of Viksit Bharat. Radhakrishnan encouraged the graduates to uphold their responsibilities by rejecting drugs and contributing to a future where technology reaches every citizen and every young Indian can aspire to a better life.