Shishir Agrawal

Wheat procurement in Madhya Pradesh surged 94% this year, shaped by higher MSP, state bonuses, and global disruptions. Over 8.7 lakh farmers sold 77.74 lakh metric tonnes. Russia-Ukraine war, export bans, & premium wheat demand influenced farmer choices.

As temperatures rise in Madhya Pradesh, the homeless struggle through sleepless nights in overcrowded shelters. Poor infrastructure, weak policy focus, and climate extremes make survival harder.

Bhopal's Youngshala uses art for environmental awareness. Young artists fight climate change through paintings, dance & pottery to educate people.

Every monsoon brings flood fears to Narmada Valley residents as mismanaged dams threaten lives. September 2023 saw 172 villages submerged overnight.

The MRF Centre's primary goal is to provide rag pickers with dignified livelihoods while addressing the city's waste management challenges.

Rural women like Mamta & Soni are transforming their communities through small businesses despite challenges. With proper support, India could unlock 30M women-owned enterprises by 2030, moving from 22% to mainstream economy.

Despite progress, India currently recycles only 13-30% of its total plastic waste. The majority ends up in landfills and garbage dumps, causing irreversible environmental damage.

Tiger-human conflict escalated near state capital during summer as tiger numbers rise while forests shrink. Severe water shortage drives wildlife into villages, yet the forest department lacks a concrete management plan for this growing crisis.

Half of the states districts lack proper District Survey Reports. Missing or outdated documents enable illegal mining, creating dangerous pits. Poor records help illegal miners escape accountability.

Despite 125,000+ rainwater harvesting systems and conservation efforts, Madhya Pradesh needs structural reforms and community engagement for long-term water sustainability. Farmers struggle with depleted groundwater, forcing deeper wells and higher costs.