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A musical Hanuman Katha, in celebration of the consecration ceremony of the Shri Khatu Shyam Temple, will begin on October 30th with a Kalash Yatra (procession).


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The Katha will be held from 3 PM to 6 PM. The Katha will conclude on November 2nd, followed by the Khatu Shyam temple consecration ceremony

A community feast (Bhandara) will be held on November 3rd from 1 PM onwards, and a devotional music program (Bhajan Sandhya) will begin at 8 PM. 

The founder of this institution is
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cow-protector Jitendra Das Ji Maharaj. This event is being organized under the guidance of Rajendra Das Ji Maharaj, Swami Kishordas Ji Maharaj, and Pandit Rajendra Prasad Bhardwaj.

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Sagar Watch/New Delhi/Bhopal:
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Government of India, has issued the Removal of Licensing Requirements, Stock Limits, and Movement Restrictions on Specified Foodstuffs (Amendment) Order, 2025 under the Essential Commodities Act. As per the new order, a revised wheat stock limit will remain in force across the country until March 31, 2026.

Madhya Pradesh Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection Minister  said the Centre has fixed the following maximum stock limits for wheat in all states and Union Territories:

  • Traders/Wholesalers: 2,000 metric tonnes

  • Retailers: 8 metric tonnes per outlet

  • Big Chain Retailers: 8 metric tonnes per outlet, with the total permissible limit equal to 8 MT multiplied by the number of outlets

  • Processors: Up to 60% of their monthly installed capacity multiplied by the remaining months of 2025–26

Under the order, all legal entities must declare their wheat stocks on the Department of Food and Public Distribution’s portal. Entities holding stock above the prescribed limit must reduce it within 15 days of the notification’s issue date.

Minister further stated that the Madhya Pradesh Wheat (Maximum Stock Limit and Stock Declaration, Control Order – Amendment, 2025) draft has been prepared, empowering departmental and district officials to conduct inspections, searches, and seizures.

He added that any future changes made by the Government of India regarding the duration or quantity of stock limits will automatically come into effect in the state. 

The minister emphasized that the government’s primary goal is to protect consumer interests and ensure effective control over hoarding and artificial price rise.


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 In a decisive move to improve city cleanliness and curb health hazards, the Municipal Corporation of Sagar inspected six large dairies in Tilakganj’s Shukrawari ward

It directed their operators to relocate outside city limits. Officials warned that First Information Reports (FIRs) will be filed against those who fail to comply.

The dairies inspected included Kanha Dairy, Shankar Gyarsi Dairy, Raju Yadav Dairy, Bablu Yadav Dairy, Tilak Ghoshi Dairy, and Janu Yadav Dairy. During the inspection, the Municipal Commissioner noted severe sanitation issues, with animal dung and wastewater flowing directly into the city’s drainage system. 

The accumulation of waste has reportedly caused foul odors, drain blockages, and mosquito infestations, posing significant health risks to residents.

The Commissioner emphasized that relocating dairies is essential for maintaining the city’s cleanliness, beauty, and development, as well as protecting citizens from the dangers of stray animals and related traffic issues. He said the Dairy Relocation Project (Hafsili) will be implemented rigorously to ensure Sagar achieves top rankings in cleanliness.

Reiterating the administration’s commitment, the Commissioner stated that the campaign to make Sagar free from stray animals has been revived and will continue until every dairy within city limits is removed. 

The Municipal Corporation also assured full support to cooperative dairy operators, promising assistance with essential needs during relocation.

Meanwhile, officials have been instructed to extend all necessary cooperation to dairy owners who follow relocation directives and to take strict legal action against those who resist.


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Sagar Watch News/ In a stern warning to Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) beneficiaries, authorities have clarified that no beneficiary is allowed to construct houses on government land. Any individual found violating this rule could face strict legal action — even jail time.

During a recent review of PM Awas complaints, officials instructed that beneficiaries must build or renovate their homes only on their existing private property, using the funds provided under the scheme. They emphasized that no construction should take place on government-owned land under any circumstances.

District Collector Sandeep G.R. further directed that officials should “zero-tag” only those houses built on old private properties, ensuring strict compliance with the PMAY guidelines.

In the same meeting, the Collector also instructed the police department to handle women harassment cases with utmost seriousness and ensure prompt resolution.

Authorities have made it clear — misuse of PM Awas funds or illegal construction on government land will not be tolerated and could lead to criminal proceedings against violators.


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 In a remarkable display of talent and creativity, the Sagar team’s outstanding participation and achievement at the state-level Kala Utsav highlighted the importance of nurturing young artists and promoting social awareness through art.

The two-day state-level Kala Utsav, organized at Bal Bhavan, Bhopal, under the aegis of the School Education Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, featured vibrant performances across 12 art categories from all divisions of the state. Selected young artists from each division showcased their artistic skills, captivating audiences with their expressive presentations.

Initiated in 2015 by the Government of India to promote children’s artistic development, Kala Utsav has become a platform for young talent to express their creativity. This year’s edition concluded with the same enthusiasm, witnessing remarkable participation across multiple art forms.

The Sagar division emerged as a top performer, securing the first position in theatre and instrumental music (solo string category). In instrumental music, Ekansh Bhatt won first place for his outstanding solo performance.

The theatrical presentation Madirasur by Government Excellence Higher Secondary School, Sagar, stole the spotlight at the Bhopal stage. The play, addressing the growing menace of substance abuse, delivered a strong message of de-addiction and social reform

Amid thunderous applause, the young performers won the audience’s hearts with their compelling acting and impactful storytelling.

Guided by Principal Sudhir Tiwari and Kala Utsav in-charge Dr. Shivani Tamrakar, the play was written and directed by Dr. Santosh Sahu, a former university professor. Music was composed by Veer Saini, with art design and co-direction by Jagdish Lariya.

The lead roles were portrayed by:

  • Daksh Chaudhary as Madirasur

  • Kartik Mishra as Tharra

  • Lakshya Kushwaha as Jardasur

  • Chandrakant Patel as Narrator

Divisional Joint Director of Public Education Mrityunjay Kumar praised the team’s achievement, assuring continued support for such talented young artists. Divisional Nodal Officer, Cultural Cell, Dr. Manoj Srivastava, emphasized that the play not only brought pride to the state but also spread a vital message of social responsibility across the nation.

Following its state-level victory, the play Madirasur is set to be performed on the Pune stage this November, as the Sagar team continues its preparations to represent Madhya Pradesh at the national level.


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In a landmark step for India’s wildlife conservation, the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has approved a dedicated budget from the Central Compensatory Afforestation Fund (CAMPA) for preparations to introduce cheetahs in Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve, the largest tiger reserve in Madhya Pradesh by area.

Spread across Sagar and Damoh districts, the reserve will soon see the construction of four quarantine bomas and one soft-release boma — enclosures used to acclimatize the cheetahs before their release into the wild.

This initiative revives a 15-year-old plan that began when the area was known as Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary. Back then, its Muhli, Singhpur, and Jhapan ranges were identified as ideal habitats for cheetah settlement. 

According to forest department sources, Singhpur Range is likely to be finalized as the quarantine site. Once implemented, Veerangana Durgavati will become India’s first tiger reserve to host tigers, leopards, and cheetahs together.

The Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun, which serves as the nodal agency for India’s cheetah reintroduction project, had earlier shortlisted two new sites for the species — Bantree Grassland Reserve in Gujarat and Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh. Officials expect the cheetahs to arrive here by next year.

A field survey for cheetah introduction was first conducted in 2010 under the supervision of NTCA DIG Dr. V.V. Mathur, a senior WII scientist, and Deputy Director Dr. A.A. Ansari. The team had inspected all three ranges — Muhli, Jhapan, and Singhpur — to assess habitat suitability.


Cheetah Expansion to Continue Only in Madhya Pradesh

According to NTCA officials, the next phase of cheetah settlement will not take place in Rajasthan or Gujarat. Instead, the focus will remain on expanding cheetah numbers within Madhya Pradesh. 

If new cheetahs are not brought from South Africa, sub-adult cheetahs born at Kuno National Park may be relocated to Nauradehi next year.

Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (Wildlife) Shubhranjan Sen confirmed that Nauradehi had been marked for cheetah habitation from the beginning. 

“The permissions were already in place; the budget approval has just come through. Construction of four quarantine bomas, one soft-release boma, and other infrastructure will start shortly,” he said.


Ideal Habitat: Grasslands, Ample Prey, and Minimal Conflict

Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve — with a core area of 1,414 sq km and a buffer of 925 sq km — offers an ideal habitat for cheetahs. The reserve’s open grasslands, expanding after village relocations, provide perfect conditions for cheetahs’ high-speed hunting.

The area supports an abundance of prey, including chinkara, chital, and blackbuck, which ensures adequate food sources and reduces competition with tigers and leopards.

Experts say the risk of conflict is minimal: tigers prefer large prey, while cheetahs typically hunt smaller herbivores.

Once the project is complete, Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve will hold the unique distinction of being India’s first wildlife landscape to host all three major big cats — the tiger, the leopard, and the cheetah — in a single ecosystem.



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Bus operators transporting flammable materials such as petrol, diesel, kerosene, acid, and firecrackers will now be in trouble. Explosive or incendiary materials found in buses will result in the loss of their bus licenses.

The Regional Transport Officer, Sagar, along with a team, arrived at the government and private bus stands in Sagar and inspected the passenger buses parked there. 

The inspection primarily focused on passenger safety, including emergency doors, fire extinguishers, first aid boxes, and other equipment. Passengers were also inspected for any items carried by passengers on the buses.

The drivers, conductors, helpers, and cleaners present at the scene were all gathered and strictly instructed that a 5- to 6-kg capacity fire extinguisher is mandatory in all vehicles. They were also briefed on how to use the extinguisher. 

They were also informed that in an emergency, a fire extinguisher can be extinguished immediately with patience. During the inspection, four passenger buses were found to have seats installed in front of the emergency doors. 

These seats were immediately removed, confiscated, and fines were imposed. Passenger buses parked unnecessarily for several hours in the bus stand premises were fined.

A total of 52 passenger buses were inspected, and a fine of ₹77,000 (in words) was collected from 27 passenger buses.

The Regional Transport Officer has instructed all vehicle owners to carry all valid vehicle documents, including insurance, fitness permits, registration cards, heavy duty driving license, tax certificate, and Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate, while operating their vehicles. 

They should also remove the emergency door seats immediately before operating the vehicle. If seats are found installed in the emergency door during inspections, strict legal action will be taken.

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Sagar Watch News/ October 24
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In a dramatic late-night operation, District Collector Sandeep G.R. stormed into a fireworks warehouse in Bhagyauday area and uncovered a potentially lethal cache of banned ‘carbide guns’ — explosive devices that have recently caused serious injuries to children across the state.

The surprise inspection at fireworks trader Ramesh Tala Wala’s godown sent shockwaves through the city’s firecracker market. The Collector, accompanied by Additional SP Lokesh Sinha, SDM Aman Mishra, Tehsildar Sandeep Tiwari, and Officer Rahul Gaur, personally examined every corner of the warehouse and tested the fire safety equipment on the spot, ensuring nothing was amiss.

Issuing a stern warning, Collector Sandeep declared, “No carbide guns will be stored or sold anywhere in the district. Anyone caught dealing with them will face the strictest legal action.” He directed officials to launch a district-wide crackdown on the manufacture, storage, and sale of such explosive devices.

The move follows a string of horrifying accidents involving carbide guns, including reports of children losing their eyesight after exposure to the weapon’s toxic flames and gases. Responding to these alarming incidents, Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav had already called for a statewide ban and strict enforcement against the use of carbide guns.

Health officials have since raised red flags over the device’s devastating effects on human health. Dr. Mamta Timore, Chief Medical and Health Officer, and Dr. Praveen Khare of Bundelkhand Medical College warned that even a single spark or puff of smoke from a carbide gun can cause severe eye burns, blindness, or respiratory injuries.

Dr. Khare advised urgent first aid in case of exposure: “If carbide particles or smoke enter the eyes, wash them gently with clean water for 15–20 minutes. Avoid rubbing or covering the eyes, remove contact lenses immediately, and rush to the nearest eye specialist.”

Authorities are now on high alert, with special inspection teams deployed across markets to hunt down illegal carbide guns. The Collector’s daring inspection has sent a clear message — Sagar will not tolerate dangerous explosives masquerading as festive fun.


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