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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.
Housing units constructed by the Bhopal Municipal Corporation under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) are reportedly showing signs of poor construction quality, with cracks, dampness, and peeling plaster appearing within a year of allotment. Residents have also reported that some basic facilities remain incomplete.
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.
The Bhopal Metro Project is progressing with the commencement of underground tunnel construction, marking a significant milestone. The use of an advanced Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) is expected to expedite the process and ensure precision in densely populated urban areas. This development is key to establishing a modern and sustainable public transportation system.
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.
Bhopal is undergoing significant infrastructure development, aiming to become a full-fledged metropolitan city. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced that metro train services are expected to commence by October 2025. Phase 2 construction of the Bhopal Metro, a 15 km stretch from Bhadbhada Square to Ratnagiri Intersection with 14 elevated stations, is expected to begin by early February 2025 and take 24-36 months to complete, with the government aiming to complete both phases before the 2028 elections. The state budget for 2025-26 allocates Rs 850 crore for metro projects in Bhopal and Indore. Additionally, major infrastructure projects have been approved, including three flyovers at Vyapam Square, Sukhi Sewania, and Phanda, along with 38 new roads to improve urban mobility. The state government is also planning to expand Bhopal's metropolitan region to include Sehore, Vidisha, Narmadapuram, and Raisen, focusing on sanitation, clean drinking water, sewage systems, and road infrastructure.
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