**Indore (Madhya Pradesh): Public Representatives Express Anger Over Poor Road Conditions**
Public representatives, including the Indore Mayor and the MP from Barwani, voiced their frustration over the deteriorating condition of roads during a meeting held by Additional Chief Secretary (ACS) Anupam Rajan on Monday.
They complained that officials from the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and the MP Road Development Corporation (MPRDC) were not giving adequate attention to improving the roads. Responding to the concerns, ACS Rajan instructed officials to prioritize repairs of rain-damaged roads.
The division-level review meeting took place at the Residency, following directives from Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav to enhance coordination between officials and public representatives. ACS Anupam Rajan, a senior IAS officer, is responsible for the Indore division. The meeting was attended by Divisional Commissioner Dr. Sudam Khade, all collectors of the division, CEOs of District Panchayats, and other concerned officials.
The main focus of the discussion was on issues related to roads, bridges, over-bridges, and culverts.
Indore Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargav pointed out that both NHAI and MPRDC officials were neglecting the road problems. She expressed concern that despite these agencies being responsible, the public often directed their grievances toward the Indore Municipal Corporation. She also cited specific examples of problematic roads.
Similarly, MP from Khargone-Barwani, Gajendra Singh Patel, raised concerns about bad roads in his parliamentary area, specifically criticizing the MPRDC and NHAI officials.
ACS Rajan emphasized that construction and repair work of roads, bridges, and over-bridges within the Indore division must be completed within the stipulated timeframe and with high quality. He stressed the importance of adhering to deadlines and making the repair of rain-damaged roads a top priority. Furthermore, he instructed officials to ensure that traffic jams do not occur under any circumstances and called for special attention to preparations related to Simhastha.
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**JAYS Protest at Indore’s MY Hospital Over Rat-Bite Incident**
The anger over the rat-bite incident at MY Hospital in Indore has reached a boiling point. Jai Adivasi Yuva Shakti (JAYS) has launched an indefinite protest demanding strict action against hospital authorities.
Nearly 48 hours into the agitation, protesters remain steadfast, rejecting administrative assurances and declaring they will continue the protest until concrete action is taken.
JAYS National President Lokesh Mujalda told Free Press, “This is not just a protest, it’s a fight for accountability in the healthcare system. We are here indefinitely. Members from across Madhya Pradesh will join in rotation every alternate day. We want the suspension letter in hand; only then will we call off the protest.”
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Stay tuned for further updates on these developing stories.
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