Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], April 20: Naya Raipur is on track to become India’s next major IT hub, thanks to the Chhattisgarh government’s proactive industrial policy and employment-focused initiatives. As part of these efforts, Square Business Service Private Limited has launched a BPO at Nava Raipur, providing jobs to around 350 local youths, including those from naxal-affected districts like Dantewada, Gariaband, and Dhamtari.
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai recently inaugurated the BPO at the CBD building in Naya Raipur. Saurabh Kumar, CEO of the Naya Raipur Development Authority (NRDA), shared that 1,800 seats have been allocated to four companies so far, with more firms such as Teleperformance showing interest. An IT Tower is also under development to accommodate future growth.
Efforts are underway to generate 5,000–6,000 jobs, with coordination between companies and district employment officers ensuring wide reach. “We’re receiving frequent queries, and youths from 13 districts are already working here,” Kumar said. He also highlighted the significance of employment in naxal-hit areas, noting the long-term positive impact.
Square’s Raipur Centre Head, Prashanth Kumar Samal, confirmed that the company plans to expand its workforce to 600–650 in the next few months, with a target of 1,000–1,200 jobs in the next 18 months. “The government’s vision and NRDA’s support are making it easier for IT companies to establish here,” he stated.
Local employee testimonials echoed the initiative’s success. Kishan Mandavi from naxal-affected Dantewada expressed pride in working in an IT firm in his home state: “Earlier we thought only big cities had IT jobs, but this opportunity in Naya Raipur is changing mindsets and lives.”
Manorama Sahu from Dhamtari highlighted the skill development and training provided by Square, adding that the workplace also promotes recreational and interactive sessions for employee well-being.
The ‘Naya Raipur as an IT hub’ vision is now turning into reality, signaling hope, progress, and inclusive growth for the state.