Madhya Pradesh

• 11 Sep 2024

Delimitation Commission of Madhya Pradesh

Why in News?  

Recently, the Madhya Pradesh government formed a delimitation commission to re-examine administrative boundaries and improve public access to services.

Key Points

• Delimitation Commission Formation: 
  • Aim to improve public access to services and address existing anomalies. 
    • Districts like Sagar, Ujjain, Indore, and Dhar face administrative difficulties due to their size.
• Delimitation:  
  • The process involves fixing the number of seats and boundaries of territorial constituencies, including the reservation of seats for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), based on data after every decennial census.
  • The Constitution of India mandates delimitation after each census.  
    • Article 82 mandates the readjustment of seats for the Lok Sabha, while Article 170 provides for the same exercise at the state level. The process is performed by a powerful body called the Delimitation Commission, appointed by the President of India at the central level.
  • State governments also appoint a Delimitation Commission to adjust the boundaries of districts and divisions to improve administrative efficiency.
    • The high-powered commission is headed by an officer appointed by the state government. Its orders have a force of law and cannot be called into question before any court in India.
  • Delimitation Commissions have been set up four times — 1952, 1963, 1973 and 2002 under the Acts of 1952, 1962, 1972 and 2002. 
    • The first delimitation exercise was carried out by the President (with the help of the Election Commission) in 1950-51.

Rewa Airport

Why in News?  

Recently, Rewa Airport in Madhya Pradesh received operational license approval from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), marking a significant step toward enhancing regional connectivity and economic growth.

Key Points

• With the addition of Rewa, Madhya Pradesh now has 6 airports, the others being located in Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur, Gwalior, and Khajuraho.  
  • Rewa is known for its cultural and historical landmarks, and the airport will make these attractions more accessible, potentially drawing in more visitors and businesses. 
• This airport development aligns with the PM's vision of a ‘Developed India-Developed Madhya Pradesh (‘Viksit Bharat Viksit Madhya Pradesh)’, ensuring that it becomes a cornerstone for the development of the Vindhya region. 

Major Projects under Viksit Bharat Viksit Madhya Pradesh 

• Irrigation Projects: Upper Narmada Project, Raghavpur Multipurpose Project, Basaniya Multipurpose Project (Rs 5500 crores). 
• Micro-Irrigation Projects: Parasdoh Micro Irrigation Project, Aulliya Micro Irrigation Project (Rs 800 crores). 
• Railway Projects: Third line projects on Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi – Jakhlaun route, Gauge conversion project, Powarkheda-Jujharpur rail line flyover (Rs 2200 crores). 
• Industrial Projects: Mega Leather and Footwear Cluster at Sitapur, Garment Industry Plug and Play Park in Indore, Industrial Park Mandsaur, Upgradation of Pithampur Industrial Park (Rs 1000 crores). 
• Coal Sector Projects: Jayant OCP CHP Silo, NCL Singrauli; Dudhichua OCP CHP-Silo (Rs 1000 crores). 
• Power Sector: Six substations in Panna, Raisen, Chhindwara, and Narmadapuram districts. 
• Water Supply Projects: Various AMRUT 2.0 projects, water supply augmentation in Khargone (Rs 880 crores). 
• Cyber Tehsil Project: Launched in 55 districts for digital solutions in revenue records and mutation of sale-purchase records.

Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) 

• It is an attached office of the Ministry of Civil Aviation. 
• It is the regulatory body in the field of Civil Aviation primarily dealing with safety issues. 
• It is responsible for regulation of air transport services to/from/within India and for enforcement of civil air regulations, air safety and airworthiness standards. 
• It also co-ordinates all regulatory functions with the International Civil Aviation Organisation.

Vande Metro Projects

Why in News?

Recently, the Madhya Pradesh government announced the introduction of "Vande Metro" projects in key urban areas of Madhya Pradesh during a development review meeting in Indore.

Key Points 

• Vande Metro Initiative:Capable of reaching speeds up to 160 km/h, doubling the current metro rail's maximum speed of 80 km/h.
  • Aim is to enhance commuting efficiency and reduce travel times.
• The metro network will be extended to Ujjain ahead of the Simhastha Kumbh Mela in 2028, to accommodate millions of visitors.

Simhastha Kumbh Mela

• Celebrated when Jupiter ascends into the Leo quarter of the zodiac or the Simha constellation along the Shipra river.
• Significance:
  • The river Shipra, in Ujjain, is believed to enhance life due to the presence of the divine nectar.
  • The Kumbh Mela is held to commemorate this event.
  • Millions of devotees gather at the ghats of the Shipra River for a holy dip.