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Bundelkhand's snakebite crisis: from faith healers to hospital
In rural areas, confusion surrounding snakebite treatment often leads people to rely on witchcraft and traditional remedies, delaying vital medical care. To reduce snakebite-related deaths, the health department must strengthen public trust.
Read MoreScorching Schools: MP’s poor infrastructure puts kids at risk in heatwaves
Despite a rising education budget, thousands of government schools in Madhya Pradesh lack toilets, drinking water, and heat protection—forcing children, especially girls, to drop out.
Madhya Pradesh sees 66 forest fires daily; AI tracks, action still lags
Madhya Pradesh sees 66 forest fires daily; despite AI-based alerts and rising funds, timely action remains lacking. Vulnerable teak-rich areas like Khandwa face high risk, with outdated methods hindering effective forest fire control.
Sun-kissed farmers: Promises and problems of MP's solar pumps
Solar pumps transformed farming in MP, boosting yields and easing irrigation woes. But poor after-sales service, delays, and limited access for small farmers raise concerns. New funding offers hope, yet equitable distribution remains key.
Saving India's Vultures: Nitish Agrawal's conservation mission in Rewa
Nitish's vulture conservation initiatives face cultural challenges, including concerns about religious sensitivities and traditional beliefs.
Pavan Pareshan: An organic farmer reshaping India's agricultural future
Pawan, a former graphic designer, left his city job to practice organic farming in Madhya Pradesh. Despite family resistance, he cultivates diverse crops on 4.5 acres and publishes a magazine to inspire others toward sustainable agriculture.
Rising temperatures in India put expectant mothers at grave risk
Research has shown that heat can have serious health impacts on pregnant women. High temperatures pose significant risks to both expectant mothers and their unborn babies.
Building workers' welfare in crisis: MP government under CAG scrutiny
CAG audit reveals billions in misused funds, absent safety measures, and zero infrastructure for construction worker welfare in Madhya Pradesh since 2002.
Hanging threads: Fading heritage of handlooms in Saunsar
In Madhya Pradesh's Saunsar town, generations of handloom artisans face economic uncertainty despite creating valuable sarees, leading many to discourage their children from continuing this cultural heritage.
MP shrinks Sardarpur Sanctuary to balance conservation and rights
Sardarpur Sanctuary's reorganization restores land rights to villagers and refocuses Kharmor conservation. Community support and grassland revival offer hope for the bird’s return and local development.
Water burden on women: Health and education suffer in rural MP
Women in Madhya Pradesh's villages face a deepening water crisis. Pregnant women walk kilometres for muddy water. Girls drop out of school. Government claims clash with ground reality as villagers demand urgent action.
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