On Ground

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.

Rapid development threatens its green cover, with 2,000 trees at risk from the MOG line expansion. Despite promises to plant 51 lakh trees, implementation lags while deforestation continues, endangering the city's climate, wildlife, and air quality.

With the onset of summer, forest fires in Rajgarh are increasing. This year, there have been four recorded forest fire incidents between March and April.

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.

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.

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.

Nitish's vulture conservation initiatives face cultural challenges, including concerns about religious sensitivities and traditional beliefs.