Madhya Pradesh Home Minister Babulal Gaur today suggested that the Centre should make Bhopal the sub-capital of India.
He made this proposal through a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi which he handed over to him at the airport here.
Gaur alleged in the letter that some organistaions are indulging in anti-India activity which creates an anti-national atmosphere in the country.
In order to carry on with the effective steps being taken by the government, it is "not only necessary to make a sub-capital but it is absolutely essential. Strategically also Bhopal is situated at the Centre of the country and is very secured," the letter stated.
The Minister also highlighted historical, religious, industrial and environmental importance of Bhopal, especially the round-the-year moderate climate of the city which is very favourable for creating sub-capital of the country.
"Modi assured me that he will look into the demand seriously ," Gaur told PTI.
He also highlighted rail, air and road connectivity of the MP capital with other parts of the country to prove viability of the proposal.
"In view of the above characteristics, I humbly request you to declare Madhya Pradesh capital, Bhopal as the sub-capital," he said.
