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MP's Bundelkhand Boost: New Roads, Healthcare, and a Third Cheetah Habitat

The Madhya Pradesh cabinet has rolled out a major development package for the Bundelkhand region. Key decisions include a massive highway project and new posts for medical colleges to improve healthcare. In a move for wildlife, a third cheetah habitat has been approved in the Nauradehi sanctuary. The government also announced an ultra-cheap industrial land scheme to boost local investment and job creation.

Key Points: MP Cabinet Approves Bundelkhand Road, Healthcare, and Cheetah Plans

  • Special industrial package offers land at Re 1/sq m to attract investment in Sagar's Maswasi Grant area
  • Rs 2,059 crore approved for a new 76.68-km four-lane highway connecting Sagar and Damoh
  • 1,605 new posts sanctioned for medical colleges in Damoh, Chhatarpur, and Budhni
  • Veerangna Durgawati Tiger Reserve in-principle approved as MP's third cheetah habitat after Kuno
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MP cabinet unveils package for Bundelkhand roads, healthcare, new cheetah habitat

MP cabinet sanctions Sagar-Damoh highway, new medical college posts, and a third cheetah habitat in Nauradehi to boost Bundelkhand development.

"land interest and annual rent have been fixed at just one rupee per square metre - MP Government Announcement"

Khajuraho, Dec 9

At the Maharaja Chhatrasal Convention Center in Khajuraho, Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav chaired a cabinet meeting on Tuesday that marked a series of historic decisions aimed at accelerating development across Bundelkhand and other regions of Madhya Pradesh.

The meeting focused on industrial growth, employment generation, irrigation expansion, road construction, healthcare upgrades, and wildlife conservation.

A major highlight was the approval of a special industrial incentive package for the Maswasi Grant industrial area in Sagar.

To attract investors, land interest and annual rent have been fixed at just one rupee per square metre, with development fees payable in 20 annual instalments and maintenance charges set at Rs 8 per square metre.

The package also offers 100 per cent reimbursement of stamp and registration fees, alongside a five-year exemption from electricity charges for new units.

Large-scale industries will benefit under the Industrial Promotion Policy 2025, while MSMEs will be supported through the MSME Development Policy 2025. Cement units, however, are excluded. This package will remain effective for five years.

The cabinet also sanctioned administrative approval for the construction of a 76.68-km four-lane Sagar-Damoh road at a cost of Rs 2,059.85 crore under the Hybrid Annuity Model. Forty per cent of the expenditure will be borne by the Madhya Pradesh Road Development Corporation, while the remaining 60 per cent will be funded through the state budget in annuities for over 15 years.

An additional Rs 323.41 crore has been earmarked for land acquisition and related works. The project will feature 13 underpasses, three major bridges, nine medium bridges, one rail overbridge, and multiple junctions.

Healthcare received a significant boost with the approval of 990 regular and 615 outsourced posts for new medical colleges in Damoh, Chhatarpur, and Budhni. Furthermore, 12 health institutions across 11 districts will be upgraded, including expansions of community health centres and civil hospitals, with 348 new posts sanctioned for Rs 27.17 crore, the cabinet decided.

Also, the cabinet on the environmental front, in principle, approved to develop the Veerangna Durgawati Tiger Reserve in Nauradehi as the state’s third cheetah habitat, complementing Kuno National Park and Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary.

Additionally, the Jhapan Nala Medium Irrigation Project in Damoh district was approved at Rs 165 crore, set to irrigate 3,600 hectares across 17 villages. Together, these decisions reflect a comprehensive vision for infrastructure, industry, healthcare, and conservation, underscoring the government’s commitment to balanced regional development.

- IANS

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Priya S
The industrial package with Re. 1/sq m rent sounds amazing to attract investment. But I hope there are strict clauses to ensure these industries actually generate local employment and don't just get the benefits and then bring in outside labour. The focus should be on jobs for MP youth.
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Arjun K
A third cheetah habitat is fantastic news for conservation! 🐆 Kuno has shown promise, and expanding their range is crucial for the long-term success of Project Cheetah. Nauradehi is a good choice. More power to our forest department and the scientists involved.
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Sarah B
The healthcare upgrades are the most important part for me. New medical colleges and more posts mean better access to doctors in these regions. This can literally save lives. Hope the recruitment is done transparently and quickly.
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Vikram M
The irrigation project for 17 villages is a silent but vital announcement. Water security is the foundation of rural development and farmer welfare. Rs 165 crore for 3600 hectares seems like money well spent. Jai Kisan.
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Kavya N
While the announcements are impressive on paper, I have a respectful criticism. The cabinet meets in Khajuraho, a tourist spot, and makes these grand declarations. The real test is implementation on the ground in the villages and towns mentioned. We need accountability and timelines, not just press releases.

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