Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav chaired a Cabinet meeting held at the Mantralaya on Tuesday. Minister for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Shri Chaitanya Kumar Kashyap briefed the media on the Cabinet decisions.
Minister Shri Kashyap said the Cabinet approved several key financial proposals worth over ₹23,300 crore to promote the state's comprehensive development, maintain ecological balance, and strengthen infrastructure.
The Cabinet approved ₹17,240.55 crore for the implementation of nine major schemes aimed at forest development and wildlife conservation. Additionally, ₹4,103.73 crore was approved for the continued implementation of major irrigation projects in Panna, Vidisha, Mauganj, Sidhi, Singrauli and Ujjain to strengthen agricultural development and water management.
An additional allocation of ₹700 crore was approved under the Mukhyamantri Urban Area Infrastructure Development Scheme to expand civic amenities and strengthen infrastructure in urban areas. A sum of ₹610.51 crore was approved to promote industrial investment and employment generation in the healthcare sector. The Cabinet also sanctioned ₹573.85 crore for the smooth functioning of the Lokayukta Organisation.
As part of efforts to preserve tribal heritage, the Cabinet also approved the creation of posts and the annual expenditure required for the smooth operation of the Raja Shankar Shah-Kunwar Raghunath Shah Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum in Jabalpur.
Over ₹17,240 Cr Approved for Forest Development and Wildlife Conservation
The Cabinet approved a total of ₹17,240.55 crore for the smooth implementation of nine major existing schemes operated by the Forest Department for forest development and wildlife conservation. The approval covers the period from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2031, corresponding to the 16th Finance Commission period.
The largest allocation of ₹10,664.79 crore has been earmarked for the establishment of Working Plan Organisations and Territorial Forest Circles. A further ₹1,994.30 crore has been allocated for compensatory afforestation, ₹1,623.79 crore for the development of national parks, ₹1,107.06 crore for timber production and ₹604.23 crore for the establishment of zoos and rescue centres. Budgetary provisions have also been approved for the establishment of headquarters, operation of forest training centres, preparation of working plans and wildlife management outside protected areas.decision will give fresh impetus to forest development and wildlife conservation activities in the state.
The nine schemes approved by the Cabinet primarily aim to strengthen administration, ensure scientific forest management and protect biodiversity and wildlife. The schemes for establishing headquarters and territorial forest circles are intended to ensure administrative control, forest protection and personnel management, from headquarters to field-level forest divisions.
The Working Plan Preparation Scheme aims to formulate 10-year plans for the sustainable and scientific management of forests, while the Forest Training Centres Scheme focuses on training forest personnel and enhancing their professional efficiency. The Compensatory Afforestation Scheme seeks to mitigate the adverse environmental impact resulting from the diversion of forest land for development projects in the state.
The Timber Production Scheme aims at the scientific harvesting, transportation and sale of timber and bamboo, along with revenue generation. Under the National Parks for Wildlife Scheme, nine tiger reserves and ten national parks will be protected and developed. Meanwhile, the Wildlife Management Outside Protected Areas Scheme aims to ensure intensive patrolling, tiger monitoring and rescue operations. The Zoo and Rescue Centre Scheme focuses on ex-situ conservation and the establishment of new centres in Ujjain and Jabalpur.
₹4,103.73 Cr Approved for Continuation of Irrigation Projects Across Six Districts
The largest allocation of ₹10,664.79 crore has been earmarked for the establishment of Working Plan Organisations and Territorial Forest Circles. Additionally, ₹1,994.30 crore has been allocated for compensatory afforestation, ₹1,623.79 crore for the development of national parks, ₹1,107.06 crore for timber production and ₹604.23 crore for the establishment of zoos and rescue centres. Budgetary provisions have also been approved for establishing headquarters, operating forest training centres, preparing working plans and managing wildlife outside protected areas.
₹700 Cr Approved for Urban Infrastructure and Civic Amenities
The Cabinet approved an additional allocation of ₹700 crore for the Mukhyamantri Urban Area Infrastructure Development Scheme, extending its implementation for another two years, from April 1, 2027, to March 31, 2029.
It was also decided that if proposals involving amounts exceeding the existing allocation limit, but up to ₹500 crore, are received from the Chief Minister's Office in the coming year, administrative approval will be granted as required. Any additional financial requirement in the future will be sought separately from the Finance Department.
Under the scheme, urban local bodies undertake works related to drinking water supply, sanitation, street lighting, disaster management and infrastructure development, including construction of roads, drains, cremation grounds and community buildings. The scheme also covers the development of recreational and sports facilities, construction of night shelters and other essential civic infrastructure works.
₹610.51 Cr Approved to Promote Industrial Investment in the Medical and Healthcare Sector
The Cabinet approved ₹610.51 crore for the continued implementation of the 'Industry Investment Promotion Assistance Scheme' under the Public Health and Medical Education Department, from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2031, to encourage industries in the medical and healthcare sectors.
The scheme is state-funded. Under its provisions, investors are provided subsidies for the creation of capital assets in accordance with the provisions of the Madhya Pradesh Health Sector Investment Promotion Scheme policies of 2020 and 2025.
The scheme aims to encourage and promote industries in Madhya Pradesh, thereby facilitating industrial growth and generating employment opportunities across the state.
₹573.85 Cr Approved for Effective Functioning of Lokayukta Organisation
The Cabinet approved ₹573.85 crore for the smooth functioning of the Lokayukta Organisation during the 16th Finance Commission period, from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2031.
Of the approved amount, ₹553.85 crore has been allocated for the establishment and functioning of the organisation's offices, salaries and office expenses, while ₹20 crore has been sanctioned for the maintenance of departmental assets.
One Assistant Research Officer Post and ₹83.18 Lakh Approved for Jabalpur Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum
The Cabinet approved the creation of one regular post of Assistant Research Officer (Museum In-charge) for the operation of the Raja Shankar Shah-Kunwar Raghunath Shah Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum in Jabalpur under the Tribal Affairs Department. It also approved an annual expenditure of ₹83.18 lakh for the museum's operation and maintenance.
The Assistant Research Officer (Museum In-charge) will be responsible for the regular functioning, supervision and administrative activities of the institution, as well as coordination with the Tribal Affairs Department and other departments.
The approved amount will also be utilised to meet administrative expenses, electricity and water charges, building maintenance and other operational requirements of the museum.
