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Will make death penalty provision for religious conversion of girls: MP CM

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Saturday that his government would make a provision for the death penalty for religious conversion of girls, along the lines of punishment for rape of minors. Yadav made the announcement at a programme organised here to mark International Women's Day. The government is very strict against those who rape innocent daughters. A provision for the death penalty has been made in this regard. Besides this, a provision for capital punishment will also be made in the Madhya Pradesh Freedom of Religion Act for religious conversion, he said. Yadav said the state won't spare those behind illegal conversions. The government has resolved that it will deal strictly with such evil practices and wrongdoings, he said. Later, Yadav said on X that the Madhya Pradesh government is dedicated to the protection and self-respect of daughters. After (provision for) death penalty for those who rape (our) daughters, now provision for capital punishment will

Raise state's share in central taxes to 48%: MP CM to Finance Commission

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday asked the 16th Finance Commission to increase the share of states in the Central taxes pool from the current 44 per cent to 48 per cent to ensure the nation's development. Developed India cannot be built without a developed Madhya Pradesh, Yadav said while addressing a meeting with the chairperson and members of 16th Central Finance Commission at Kushabhau Thackeray International Convention Centre here. "The strength of the nation lies in the strength of the states. Therefore, the share of the states in Central taxes and revenue receipts, i.e. grants, must be increased. By getting more financial grants from the Union government, the states will be able to achieve their long-term goals in the short term," the CM said. Asserting that MP was progressing rapidly in the fields of agriculture, infrastructure, education, health, forest, tourism, urban development and industrial development, he said strong financial support/grants are ..

MP to play major role in achieving goal of developed India, says Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said Madhya Pradesh will play a major role in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's goal of making India a developed nation by 2047, and the third largest economy in the world. Speaking at the concluding session of the Global Investors Summit (GIS) organized by the Madhya Pradesh government, he also said the state has emerged as an attractive investment destination because of its strategic location, skilled workforce, and overall pro-business eco-system. "Ten years ago, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had presented a vision before the country's youth and 130 crore people to make India a developed nation by 2047 and third largest economy in the world. Madhya Pradesh, and this GIS will play a major role in fulfilling this resolve," Shah said. It cannot be achieved by the Union government alone, but both the central and state governments will need to work as "Team India," the senior BJP leader said. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav noted in his speech that the

MP inks 19 MoUs in co-operative sector to boost farmers, industry: Govt

Madhya Pradesh on Tuesday signed 19 MoUs in the co-operative sector with an aim to boost farmers' income while offering raw material sourcing avenue for private companies. These MoUs (memoranda of understanding) were signed in the presence of Chief Minister Mohan Yadav at the ongoing Madhya Pradesh Global Investors Summit (MP GIS) 2025. Yadav said the Centre and the state government are taking steps to promote cooperative movement in the country. He assured full support to the investors in all their endeavour in the state. Speaking at the event, state Cooperation Minister Vishwas Kailash Sarang said the state government is promoting C-PPP (co-operative- public private partnership) in a big way and hoped that this new model becomes highly successful. "This model will be a win-win situation for all. Farmers' income will increase while private companies will get assured raw materials. The companies can also sell final products through the co-operative societies," the minister said.

World Bank says India will continue to be fastest growing economy: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the World Bank has expressed confidence that India will continue to be the world's fastest growing economy in the coming years. He was speaking after inaugurating the mega 'Invest Madhya Pradesh - Global Investors Summit-2025' in Bhopal to showcase the state's infinite possibilities for investors and industrialists. The World Bank had recently said in its Global Economic Prospects report that India will remain the fastest-growing major economy for next two years. Modi also said the Deregulation Commission will help create investment-friendly regulatory ecosystem in the states. India is emerging as the top supply chain for global aerospace firms, he said. Textile, tourism and technology sectors will generate crores of jobs in the years to come, Modi said. The PM also unveiled 18 new policies of Madhya Pradesh Government, aimed at attracting major investment in the BJP-ruled state. "With a strong talent pool and thriving industries, ...

Gautam Adani pledges to invest Rs 1.1 trn across sectors in Madhya Pradesh

Global Investors' Summit 2025: The Adani Group plans to fund projects in pumped storage, cement, mining, smart meters, and thermal energy, aiming to create over 1,20,000 jobs in Madhya Pradesh by 2030

Global Investors Summit will propel MP to new heights: CM Mohan Yadav

The Chief Minister on Saturday inaugurated a tent city for guests participating in the summit which is scheduled to be held on February 24 and 25 in Bhopal

Pucca helipad every 45 km, airport every 150 km under new policy: MP CM

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Tuesday said that under the state's new civil aviation policy, a 'pucca' helipad will be built in every 45 km radius and an airport in every 150 km radius. He was speaking during a dialogue with industrialists in Indore during the 'Invest Madhya Pradesh - Global Investors Summit' organised in Bhopal on February 24 and 25. The cabinet headed by Yadav on Tuesday approved the Madhya Pradesh Civil Aviation Policy-2025. Talking about it, the CM said, "As per the policy, a pucca helipad will be built in every 45 km radius and an airport in every 150 km radius across the state." The state government will provide a grant of Rs 7.50 lakh on every new domestic flight connecting Madhya Pradesh to other states of the country through new routes and Rs 10 lakh on every new international flight to aviation companies. Tenders will be called soon to start helicopter service to connect Indore, Ujjain and Omkareshwar. The cabinet headed by Yadav also ...

People advised to travel to Mahakumbh only with reserved tickets : MP CM

CM Mohan Yadav also requested to all those travelling by roads through Rewa to be aware of all traffic situations and make arrangements for their convenient journey

PM to visit Bageshwar Dham on Feb 23, to lay foundation stone for hospital

PM Modi's visit will bring double benefits to the region. On one hand, the Cancer Hospital will provide essential healthcare to those in need, and on the other, it will create employment opportunities

Global Capability Centres policy to bring new investment: MP CM Yadav

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has stated that the state's new Global Capability Centre (GCC) Policy 2025 is a significant step towards attracting multinational companies and establishing Madhya Pradesh as a digital and technological hub. This policy will prove to be a milestone in accelerating Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Digital India, he said. The Global Investors Summit-2025, to be held in Bhopal, will provide the largest platform to present this policy at the global level. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the summit on February 24, which will further strengthen the investment landscape of Madhya Pradesh. At the summit, the Chief Minister will present this policy to investors, entrepreneurs, and policymakers from around the world, aiming to elevate the state to new heights in the GCC sector. This summit is expected to bring in a large number of investment proposals for GCCs, transforming the state's economic ...

Global Investors Summit: Madhya Pradesh govt to showcase urban infra

He said that the state is rapidly expanding its infrastructure, housing, and smart city projects, with ongoing urban projects worth Rs 72,000 crore and upcoming projects worth Rs 88,000 crore

Global Investor Summit to take MP startups to new heights: CM Mohan Yadav

Chief Minister further mentioned that startups will not only contribute to the state's economic growth but also create new employment opportunities for the youth

MP CM Mohan Yadav enlists Rs 1.8 trn investment ahead of investor meet

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav courted business leaders in countries ranging from the UK to Japan as well as Indian industrial houses in the last few weeks to get about Rs 1.8 lakh crore of investment commitments ahead of the state's global investors' summit later this month. Strategically positioned in the heart of India, the state is leveraging its geographical advantage, pro-business policies, and robust infrastructure to cultivate an economic ecosystem that beckons global enterprises and visionary entrepreneurs. Under Yadav, the state has embarked on a mission to redefine its industrial landscape through a series of groundbreaking investment initiatives. The chief minister undertook multiple foreign and regional visits to secure substantial investment proposals and drive economic growth in the state, officials said. His six-day tour to the United Kingdom and Germany last year resulted in investment proposals worth Rs 78,000 crore, which will bolster sectors such as .

MP to host its biennial Global Investors' Summit in Bhopal from Feb 24-25

Madhya Pradesh is luring investments by showcasing its thriving economy, world-class infrastructure, investor-friendly policies, and exclusive incentive programmes that make it a prime destination for investment opportunities. Strong commitment to creating a business-friendly environment and investment opportunities essentially make the state the 'Kumbh' of growth and development. It is rapidly emerging as a key hub for sectors such as tourism, pharmaceuticals, automobiles, mining, dairy, and food processing, according to the state government's investment pitch. Madhya Pradesh will on February 24-25 host its biennial Global Investors' Summit in Bhopal to attract investment and showcase the state's economic potential. The summit aims to highlight Madhya Pradesh's investment climate and industrial infrastructure, offering numerous opportunities for potential collaborations. The state has robust connectivity, with a National Highway network of 5,000+ kilometres and rail network with 5

Delhi election results: Tukde-tukde gang facing defeat, says MP CM Yadav

As early trends showed the BJP leading in 45 of Delhi's 70 assembly seats and AAP big-wigs trailing in some seats, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Saturday said leaders who were part of the "tukde-tukde gang" and had a narrow mindset have been continuously facing defeat. According to the early trends released by the Election Commission, the BJP was leading in 45 of Delhi's 70 assembly seats, while AAP was ahead in 25. Talking to reporters in Indore, Yadav said that opposition parties should introspect after their repeated defeat in the elections. He said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's association with the public, their hard work and the country's changing mood are going towards one direction. Hitting out at the INDIA bloc, the chief minister said, "Elements who are part of the tukde-tukde gang, have narrow mindset and have misled the states and country for years are continuously facing defeats...We have witnessed everyone ...

No tender to be placed, scooty will be given as per students' choice: MP CM

His statement comes amid concerns raised by the opposition Congress, which claimed that tenders for the distribution of scooties had not yet been placed

Semiconductor manufacturing to be an important attraction of GIS: MP CM

Yadav said that enthusiasm and interest are being seen in this sector among potential investors at the GIS, so it is expected that there will be increased investment in this sector

MP tops in providing assistance to poor prisoners for bail, fines: CM Yadav

Under the initiative, economically weaker prisoners are granted financial aid of up to Rs 25,000 for paying fines

MP CM Mohan Yadav calls Japan trip 'extremely pleasant, successful'

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Saturday returned to India after his four-day trip to Japan ahead of the state's investor summit. Taking to social media platform X, Yadav said the four-day Japan visit was "extremely pleasant and successful". This Japan visit will create new dimensions of investment in Madhya Pradesh and the relations between the two countries will become stronger with the participation of Japan as a partner country in the 'Global Investors Summit' to be held in Bhopal in February, he wrote. During his journey, which was primarily aimed at attracting investment for the upcoming Global Investors Summit (GIS) scheduled for February 24-25 in Bhopal, Yadav engaged with leading industrialists and pitched the state's potential, inviting them to invest in Madhya Pradesh. Upon his arrival in Tokyo on Tuesday, he received a warm welcome from the Indian community, who honoured him with traditional gestures. Yadav engaged in crucial meetings with the "Friends of