Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh is growing as a solar power hub with the Rewa solar power project (new 750 MW solar power plant) and an upcoming 600 MW floating solar energy project at Omkareshwar Dam on the Narmada river.

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Last updated: Nov, 2024

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Capital

Bhopal

Geographical Area (sq km)

308,000

State Language

Hindi, English and Marathi

Literacy Rate

70.6 per cent

Key Industries:

Auto and auto components

Textiles

Cement

Agro-based industries

Forest-based industries

Pharmaceuticals

Mineral-based industries

Manufacturing

Tourism

IT and ITeS

Logistics and warehousing

Biotechnology

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Madhya Pradesh Government Madhya Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation Limited (MPSTDC) Madhya Pradesh Financial Corporation (MPFC) Madhya Pradesh State Agro Industries Development Corporation Limited Madhya Pradesh State Industrial Development Corporation Limited (MPSIDC) Madhya Pradesh

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6 Nov 24

Government estimates record 119.93 mt rice output for the year 2024-25 Kharif season

India's rice production is set to reach a record 119.93 million tonnes in the 2024-25 kharif season, driven by favourable monsoon conditions and increased acreage, while total foodgrain production is estimated at 164.70 million tonnes.

1 Nov 24

Indian railways announces 164 special trains, adding 7000 festive journeys

The Indian Railways operated 164 special trains on Wednesday to ensure timely travel for passengers during the festive season of Chhath and Diwali

1 Nov 24

India fastest-growing developer community on GitHub; Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi praises youth

India has become the second-largest contributor to public generative AI projects on GitHub, with 108 million new repositories and 5.2 billion contributions, reflecting its rapid growth as a global tech leader.

30 Oct 24

From Ayurveda to AIIMS, Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi launches US$ 1.53 billion (Rs 12,850 crore) healthcare projects

On October 29, Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi inaugurated transformative healthcare projects worth US$ 1.53 billion (Rs. 12,850 crore), extending the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana for enhanced affordable healthcare for senior citizens.

16 Oct 24

India's soybean production reaches 1.26 million tonnes: Trade body

Soybean production in India rose by 6% to 126 lakh tonnes this kharif season, with improved yields due to favourable weather and advanced farming techniques.

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