On Ground

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.

With growing urbanisation and industrialisation, Budhni’s forests have started to shrink, deeply affecting the communities that rely on them.

Sehore's polluted C2 drain exposes stark inequality as wealthy residents flee while poor families remain trapped by contaminated water, broken promises, and government neglect.

In Bithoor, a small group of volunteers, Ganga Rakshaks, are cleaning the River Ganga. Their work shows how tough it is to clean the river without strong public support or government help.

Mala Nimbalkar transformed from housemaid earning ₹200-300/month to running Bhopal's Idgah Hills waste facility. She segregates 16 types of waste including plastics, earning better wages while preventing environmental fires and health crises.

Madhya Pradesh hospitals face rising heat challenge as temperatures set to increase 2°C by 2030s. How prepared are concrete buildings? Exploring the state's climate action plan for health facilities.

Adani Power acquired the thermal energy project in 2023, gaining full control by Oct 2024. Now operated by subsidiary Anuppur Thermal Energy (MP) Pvt Ltd.

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.

Recurring fires at Bhopal's Adampur dump prompted SC action against BMC negligence. The Court ordered a CPCB investigation and health assessments for affected villagers after activist alleged BMC deliberately burns excess garbage.

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.