राज्य
27-Sep-2025
Bangles thrown at Digvijay stopped from entering Indore market Former CM Digvijay Singh was blocked by police at Sheetlamata market Indore amid protests on Saturday. Hindu activists opposed him over hiring Muslim workers in shops even throwing bangles at him. The market was festooned with saffron flags and banners. After a tense argument with police Digvijay went to Sarafa police station and submitted a memorandum. Additional police and Rapid Action Force were deployed to maintain order. Despite heavy security the atmosphere remained tense throughout the day highlighting deep community divisions in the area. MP govt announces direct jobs for tribal youths In a landmark move during Navratri Madhya Pradesh government announced direct government jobs for tribal youths from Baiga Bharia and Sahariya communities. This bypasses usual exams and interviews aiming to uplift these backward communities. CM Mohan Yadav has instructed strict adherence to this order by all district collectors. The announcement has brought hope to many poor tribal families but sparked debate over fairness among others. Officials say this step is essential for social equity and improving opportunities for historically marginalized groups. Free helmets giveaway sparks chaos in Bhopal A free helmet distribution event in Bhopal’s Atal Path turned chaotic as over 2100 helmets were given to bike riders on Saturday. Crowds surged uncontrollably with some pushing snatching helmets and running away with entire boxes. Trucks delivering helmets were chased by people on the road. The program part of the “Seva Pakhwada” was flagged off by CM Mohan Yadav who also handed out helmets to riders. However poor crowd management led to confusion and embarrassment for officials tasked with ensuring safety and order. Jitu Patwari protests pollution calls Vijayvargiya “crime minister” Congress State President Jitu Patwari led a protest in Meghnagar industrial area Jhabua against chemical factories polluting water and air. Showing villagers a bottle of contaminated water Patwari highlighted health hazards faced by locals. He criticized BJP leader Kailash Vijayvargiya labelling him “crime minister” and accused government departments of rampant bribery and negligence. The “Save Life Movement” demands strict action against polluting industries. Patwari’s protest brought attention to environmental and health concerns affecting tribal communities in the region. Oppn leader slams gov’s blacklist order on complainants Leader of Opposition Umang Singhar condemned a new MP government order directing officials to blacklist people filing repeated or false complaints on CM Helpline and portals. Singhar called the move unfair and an attempt to intimidate citizens instead of addressing genuine issues. He demanded the government focus on corrupt officers who close complaints improperly rather than harassing complainants. Singhar urged immediate withdrawal of the order warning it could suppress public voices and erode trust in government grievance redressal systems. Bhopal student shines internationally in forensic science Shaili Tiwari a forensic science student from Bhopal’s IEHE college proudly represented India at Republic Day Camp 2025 and the Youth Exchange Programme in Kazakhstan. Known as a top NCC cadet Shaili impressed at both events enhancing Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh’s reputation on international platforms. Her achievements inspire youth across the state highlighting MP’s growing talent in science and leadership. Officials and educators praise her dedication and success seeing her as a role model for aspiring students. MP introduces strict rules to improve road repairs Madhya Pradesh’s Public Works Department announced new strict guidelines for road repair contractors to ensure better quality. Contractors will undergo special online training and attend district-level demonstrations led by engineers. This move aims to eliminate poor workmanship and corruption in road projects especially important during the rainy season when roads deteriorate quickly. Officials say improved transparency and accountability will result in safer more durable roads for residents. The initiative signals a strong commitment to infrastructure improvement across the state. India’s largest cow sanctuary coming up in Damoh Madhya Pradesh will soon build India’s largest cow sanctuary in Damoh district spreading over 520 acres. The project aims to shelter stray and abandoned cattle roaming streets reducing accidents and supporting farmers. Land marking and paperwork are complete with tenders issued. Work is expected to start by New Year. Officials say the sanctuary called “Cow Safari” will protect animal welfare and improve road safety while benefiting local agricultural communities. The ambitious project reflects growing focus on animal protection and rural development in MP. Heavy Rain Alert in Madhya Pradesh Thunderstorms Likely Tonight Madhya Pradesh will see cloudy skies humidity and rain on Saturday evening. The temperature is around 28°C but conditions may change quickly. From 8 PM thunderstorms and heavy showers are expected in many districts. The Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for heavy rainfall in parts of Raisen Betul Jabalpur Katni Sidhi Singrauli and others. A yellow watch is also active for areas like Chhindwara Narsimhapur and Seoni till Sunday. People are advised to avoid waterlogged roads stay indoors during heavy rain and drive carefully.
