राष्ट्रीय
23-Oct-2026
MP Panchayat Elections Likely in April-May 2027 Panchayat elections in Madhya Pradesh may be held in April or May 2027. The Mohan Yadav government is preparing to hold elections one or two months before the terms of around 23000 village panchayats end. The government is also planning major changes in the Panchayati Raj system before the elections. Panchayat and Rural Development Minister Prahlad Patel said the powers of Gram Sabhas would be given to Panchayat Samitis. The government aims to introduce the new system by November. It is also working on giving panchayats the power to collect taxes similar to municipalities. These changes could affect how village bodies work and raise funds in the state. Water Tanker Costs ₹60000 in Market ₹2.5 Lakh Through MLA Fund A political controversy has erupted in Madhya Pradesh over differences in government purchase rates. A water tanker reportedly costs around ₹60000 in the market while ₹2.5 lakh is being spent through an MLA fund. The issue gained attention after Sanjay Dubey Additional Chief Secretary of the Urban Development and Housing Department accepted differences in prices of garbage vehicles and other purchases during a departmental meeting. Leader of Opposition Umang Singhar questioned the government system and the Schedule of Rates or SOR. He alleged that officials had increased SOR rates to create a system that allows corruption. The allegations have raised questions about government spending and purchase procedures. Bhopal Civic Body to Reveal Legal and Illegal Hoardings Bhopals municipal corporation will present information about legal and illegal hoardings at its upcoming council meeting. BJP district president Ravindra Yati has sought the details in his capacity as a member of the Mayor-in-Council. The information will be placed before the council on Saturday. Mayor-in-Council member Jagdish Yadav will respond to the question. A total of 13 questions are scheduled to be raised during the meeting at the conference hall of the Inter-State Bus Terminal or ISBT. The issue is expected to bring attention to outdoor advertising in Bhopal and the action taken against unauthorised hoardings. The details may also help clarify how many hoardings have official permission and how many are operating illegally. CM Yadav Announces Industrial Status for Fisheries Sector Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has announced plans to develop fisheries into a major industry and an important part of the states economy. He made the announcement at a national fisheries conference held at Kushabhau Thakre Auditorium in Bhopal. The government plans to connect fisheries with food processing and micro small and medium enterprises. The sector will receive benefits and incentives similar to those offered to other major industries. During the event the Chief Minister also released the Madhya Pradesh Fisheries Investment and Export Guide with a single click. The initiative aims to attract private investment increase fish exports and create new business opportunities. The government hopes these steps will help fish farming grow beyond its traditional role and generate more employment. Farmers and Traders Oppose Bhopal Master Plan 2047 Farmers have raised objections to the draft of Bhopals Master Plan 2047. A large number of farmers reached the Town and Country Planning office in Shahpura on Friday to submit their concerns. The farmers under the banner of the Bharatiya Kisan Sangh handed their objections to Deputy Director Hariom Maheshwari. They questioned proposed changes in the use of agricultural land and construction in the catchment area of the Upper Lake. They also expressed concern that village heads or sarpanches were not being invited to meetings related to the plan. The farmers fear that the proposed changes could affect agricultural land and local interests. Their objections have added to the debate over Bhopals future development and urban planning. Storms and Rain Continue for Seven Days Storms and rain continue in Madhya Pradesh even after the withdrawal of the monsoon. The weather department has issued an alert for five districts as changing weather conditions affect parts of the state. According to the department a western disturbance is expected to become active from October 24. Its effects may be seen in Madhya Pradesh after two to three days. At present a cyclonic circulation is causing storms and rainfall. On Thursday several districts in western Madhya Pradesh including Indore and Dhar received rain. Bhopal however experienced strong sunshine during the day followed by cloudy skies in the evening. The weather department is monitoring the changing conditions and residents may continue to experience unsettled weather over the coming days.
