Chhattisgarh Cabinet Approves Landmark Business Reform Bill 2026

The Chhattisgarh Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, on Friday approved the draft of the Chhattisgarh Ease of Doing Business (Exemption and Facilitation) Bill, 2026. The proposed legislation aims to simplify regulatory procedures, reduce compliance burdens, and create a transparent, technology-driven ecosystem for businesses operating in the state.

State officials said the Bill is designed to enhance investor confidence, improve the business climate, and position Chhattisgarh as a preferred destination for manufacturing, services, and emerging industries. If enacted, the state would become the first in India to introduce a dedicated law of this nature, according to the state government.

The Bill introduces a comprehensive framework to make the establishment and operation of industries more efficient by reducing procedural delays and eliminating unnecessary regulatory hurdles. It seeks to ensure that businesses receive government services in a time-bound, transparent, and predictable manner.

This move comes as part of the state's broader efforts to improve its ranking in ease of doing business indices. According to the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Chhattisgarh has been among the top achievers in the Business Reforms Action Plan (BRAP) in recent years, but faces competition from other states like Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka.

The Bill is expected to be tabled in the upcoming session of the state legislature. Critics have called for ensuring that the law includes provisions for labour welfare and environmental safeguards, while industry bodies have welcomed the initiative as a step towards reducing red tape.