Shishir Agrawal

Residents of Bhopal protest against a controversial 10-lane highway expansion project that threatens 8,000 trees, questioning development priorities as environmental concerns mount.

State forest department will focus on using technology, community engagement, and habitat protection. The four-year initiative includes tracking systems, Haathi Mitra Dals, and forest restoration to protect both residents and wildlife.

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 Vulnerable teak-rich areas like Khandwa face high risk, with outdated methods hindering effective forest fire control.

The Ayodhya Bypass expansion in Bhopal will cut over 12,000 trees for a 10-lane highway, sparking protests. Citizens and activists warn of irreversible environmental damage, questioning if such development truly solves traffic or serves private interests.

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.

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.

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.

Bhopal administration acted after Ground Report's story on illegal dumping in Kerwa Dam. Activist Rashid Noor Khan’s complaint led to soil removal, but he demands long-term protection and accountability to save the vital wetland.

MP’s costly lift irrigation projects promise relief but face criticism over sustainability, high maintenance, and political timing. Experts urge focus on local water solutions for real impact and long-term benefits to farmers and groundwater recharge.

Environmental activist Rashid Noor has filed a complaint over illegal debris dumping in Bhopal’s Kerwa Dam wetland. More than 2,000 dumpers have altered the site, damaging its natural form and threatening local biodiversity and Bhopal’s water security.