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Following the safe disposal of toxic waste at the former Union Carbide factory site, the land will be redeveloped into a memorial and a new hospital. This project aims to serve as a tribute to those affected by the Bhopal Gas Tragedy and will transform a site of historical tragedy into a space for remembrance and public health.
Despite Bhopal's reputation as a 'City of Lakes,' the Upper Lake (Bada Talab) faces continuous threats from untreated sewage inflow and encroachment, impacting its status as a heritage site and a source of drinking water for nearly 40% of the city. The Lower Lake is suffering from eutrophication and plastic waste.
The Bhopal registration department has proposed a 12% increase in collector guideline rates across over 740 colonies for the fiscal year 2026-27. This hike will lead to higher registration costs for homebuyers, impacting the real estate market. The increase is expected to significantly push up property registration expenses.
Central Government has approved a ₹4,329 crore project to lay a fourth railway line on the Itarsi-Bhopal-Bina section, a busy route in the Bhopal Rail Division, spanning 237 km and benefiting approximately 40 villages .The project, under the PM Gati Shakti Yojana, is targeted for completion by 2028.
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