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Live news feed — last updated 30 September 2026

30 Sept2026

Bhopal Master Plan 2047 Draft Released with Focus on Green Cover and Growth Corridor

The draft Bhopal Development Plan 2047 has been released, proposing to increase the city's green cover to 27% and introducing a 51-km Growth Corridor. This corridor aims to connect key areas like the EKAI City, airport, and logistics hubs, promoting high-density, mixed-use development.

Source: Free Press Journal, The Times of India & 3 others

08 Jul2026

Union Carbide Site Redevelopment Plan Announced

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.

Source: The Hitavada

15 Apr2026

Bhopal Property Prices Surge; 12% Guideline Rate Hike Proposed for Fiscal Year 2026-27

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.

Source: Dainik Jagran English

03 Mar2026

Itarsi-Bhopal-Bina Section to Get Fourth Railway Line

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.

Source: Patrika News, Free Press Journal

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