Dr. Raman Singh (born 1952) is a senior Indian politician from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and one of the most prominent leaders in the history of Chhattisgarh. He served as the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh for a record 15 years (2003–2018), making him one of India’s longest-serving chief ministers. Under his leadership, Chhattisgarh saw significant development in infrastructure, agriculture, health, and education. Dr. Singh is especially known for launching and successfully implementing public welfare schemes, such as the PDS (Public Distribution System) reform, which earned national recognition for its efficiency in delivering subsidized food to the poor. He also worked to improve rural healthcare, support tribal welfare, and address the Maoist insurgency in the region through both developmental and security strategies. Often referred to as “Chhattisgarh ke Vikas Purush” (Man of Development), Dr. Raman Singh’s governance shaped the state’s identity after it was carved out of Madhya Pradesh in 2000. Even after stepping down as CM, he continues to play a vital role in state and national politics.