Ground Report Desk

Balaghat district is facing the water crisis despite Wainganga being a major tributary of Godavari. Administration started taking strict action to handle the crisis. The administration has already declared the Water Scare district.

The Madhya Pradesh government is set to crack down on illegal colonies with penalties of up to 10 years in jail and ₹50 lakh fines. Only colonies built before 2016 may be legalized, though discussions are ongoing to extend the cutoff to 2022.

Bhopal’s property rates will rise by 18% from April, with some locations seeing hikes between 5% and 300%. CREDAI is opposing the hike, calling for a stop to the increases, transparency in rate determination, and a return to 2019-20 levels.

India's Rabi crop production faces a setback due to extreme temperatures in February and March. Wheat, gram, paddy, and vegetables like onions and potatoes are impacted. Despite a 14% increase in area, overall yield is expected to rise only by 2-4%.

Rescue teams from China, India, and other countries are aiding Myanmar after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake. The U.S. has pledged aid but delayed sending rescue teams, drawing criticism amid cuts to foreign aid. The toll exceeds 2,000 with more expected.

From April 1, 2025, Madhya Pradesh residents will face higher costs for electricity, water, property tax, and toll fees. The state government has raised electricity rates by 3.46%, with added charges for fuel and energy. Farmers receive subsidies.

Madhya Pradesh's weather will change over the next four days with rain, hailstorms, and storms reaching speeds of 40-50 km/h. Temperatures will drop, but a heat wave is expected in the coming months. Stay updated on the latest weather alerts.

A landslide in Kullu caused a tree to fall on pedestrians and vehicles, killing six and injuring five. Rescue teams responded, and officials confirmed the incident. The injured were taken to Jari Hospital. The area had a prior weather alert.

A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, causing massive destruction. The military govt is restricting information, limiting media access, blocking international aid. Survivors struggle with collapsed buildings, poor infrastructure, & ongoing conflict.

Sehore Municipality's 2025-26 budget of Rs. 311 crore focuses on water conservation, requiring roof water harvesting in 24,000 houses. Builders must deposit Rs. 25,000, refundable upon compliance. Other key projects include river rejuvenation.