Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has directed that an action plan be prepared to develop affordable and convenient housing in urban areas, taking into account the socio-economic conditions of the people, to control the expansion of slums in cities. Emphasising environmental improvement in urban regions, he said that parks must be developed, and tree plantations should be promoted in all housing projects, including those undertaken by development authorities and the Housing Board.
CM Dr. Yadav instructed that a comprehensive survey be conducted of illegal constructions around Bhopal’s Upper Lake, and a campaign be launched for action against them. He was addressing a review meeting of the Urban Development and Housing Department at Samatva Bhavan, the CM’s residence.
The Chief Minister said reputed national-level builders and colonisers should be involved in urban colony development. He also stressed the immediate modernisation of fire services to manage emergencies in both urban and industrial areas. A proposal to introduce the “Namo Train” service should be prepared to expand intra-city rail connectivity. Dr. Yadav said he would soon hold discussions with Union Railway Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw to seek support in this regard. He instructed that priority be given to providing housing facilities to Ladli Behnas under government schemes. Directions were issued to urban bodies to take prompt action in organising meat and fish vendors and allotting suitable spaces for their operations.