Bhoomi Poojan of Zoo and Rescue Centre in Ujjain to be Held on November 17
Farmers Receive Compensation Cheques worth Four Times Value of Land Acquired
Bhoomi Poojan Performed for Various Development Works worth ₹1,211.34 Cr in Ujjain
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav said that the transformation India has undergone under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is evident across the country and acknowledged globally. Religious tourism is being promoted across India, including Madhya Pradesh, and the growing influx of pilgrims to Ujjain reflects this positive change. Landmark projects such as the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor and Shri Mahakal Mahalok stand as examples of the Prime Minister’s vision.
CM said that since 2022, Ujjain has witnessed a major transformation through the focused development of its religious and pilgrimage sites. The State Government has given top priority to infrastructure development in Ujjain and other Tier-2 cities in Madhya Pradesh. Efforts are also underway to preserve the State’s ancient cultural heritage and celebrate festivals with enthusiasm, with active public participation.
Ujjain Holds Special Place as Land Where Lord Shri Krishna Studied at Sandipani Ashram: CM Mohan Yadav said that preparations for the grand and divine celebration of Simhastha 2028 are progressing rapidly in Ujjain. Simhastha Kumbh is organised once every 12 years. Today, Bhoomi Poojan was performed for new development and renovation works worth over ₹1,200 crore to accelerate the city’s development. These projects include the renowned Angareshwar Mahadev Temple, situated on the banks of the Kshipra River. Based on the ancient belief of 84 lakh life forms on Earth, this historic Shiva temple holds a prominent place in the 84 Mahadev pilgrimage circuit.
Bhoomi Poojan was also performed for development works in the pilgrimage area of Garhkalika Mata, one of the prominent Shakti Peeths of North India. Ujjain also holds a special place as the land where Lord Shri Krishna received his education at Sandipani Ashram. New roads are being constructed and sewerage networks expanded in the Simhastha Mela area of Ujjain.
Key Announcements by Chief Minister Dr. Yadav: Chief Minister Dr. Yadav announced that Bhoomi Poojan for the much-awaited Zoo and Rescue Centre in Ujjain will be held on November 17. He said that families voluntarily vacating their houses to facilitate road-widening works in Ujjain will be provided free accommodation in multi-storey buildings. Similarly, shopkeepers whose shops have been demolished will be provided alternative shops in a market to be developed on vacant government land in Ujjain. Farmers whose land is being acquired for road construction in the Simhastha Mela area have been given compensation cheques amounting to four times the value of the acquired land.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that the State Government is working with sensitivity and remains committed to the welfare of all sections of society. He also extended Bhai Dooj greetings and best wishes to the people of the State.
