Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has said that Bhopal is one of the most beautiful cities in the country. The State Government is moving ahead with a well-planned strategy to develop it as a metropolitan city. Neighboring districts will also benefit from this growth. To enhance regional connectivity, the Western Bypass is being developed, while metro train services in Bhopal are scheduled to commence by October 2025. Tourism will also receive a boost, as Shikara rides—similar to those on Dal Lake in Kashmir—will be introduced on the city’s famous ‘Bada Tal’ with support from the Tourism Development Corporation. Alongside, grand gateways are being constructed on major city roads, and a large convention center is also planned.
The Chief Minister was addressing a program at the Kushabhau Thakre Auditorium, organized by the Bhopal Municipal Corporation for the Bhoomi Poojan of development works, distribution of appointment and compassionate appointment letters, and the felicitation of sanitation workers. CM Dr. Yadav inaugurated the event by lighting the ceremonial lamp.
At the program, CM Dr. Yadav laid the foundation stone for water supply-related works worth Rs. 582.32 crore and 50 ward-level development works worth Rs. 16.76 crore under the AMRUT 2.0 Mission. Appointment and compassionate appointment letters were distributed, and sanitation workers were honored for Bhopal’s outstanding performance in the Swachh Survekshan 2024.
CM Dr. Yadav said that it is under the visionary leadership and commitment of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi to improve the lives of every Indian that Bhopal city will now ensure a clean drinking water supply to 30,000 households under AMRUT 2.0. The rapid expansion of urban development and civic amenities across India is a result of the Prime Minister’s determination, making life easier for common citizens. Presently, development works are underway in 295 towns across Madhya Pradesh. He recalled that India’s urban systems have been well-organised and prosperous since ancient times, with Harappa and Mohenjo-daro serving as historical examples. CM Dr. Yadav further stated that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, India’s economy has risen to the fourth position globally. Indian democracy has earned global respect, and in this democracy, local bodies hold a critical role. Whenever a new scheme is launched by the Centre or the State, its implementation primarily rests with the local bodies. Historically, citizens of Bhopal have actively contributed to democratic traditions—the Bhopal Merger Movement after Independence being a prime example. The active role of democratic institutions and the sense of security provided by the Indian Armed Forces have accelerated development in all sectors, including the economy.