BJP achieved historic political dominance in Madhya Pradesh, securing all 29 Lok Sabha seats, including Chhindwara. The Congress faced its worst defeat, losing key seats like Rajgarh. However, BJP’s by-election results were mixed, with narrow wins in Amarwara and Budhni.
The state also saw significant wildlife losses, including the death of 10 elephants in Bandhavgarh National Park, possibly due to poisoning, and the sad death of cheetah cubs in Kuno National Park.
Madhya Pradesh launched two major river-linking projects, the Ken-Betwa and Parvati-Kalisindh-Chambal, aimed at improving irrigation and providing drinking water across several districts. The Harda firecracker factory explosion raised concerns over industrial safety.
Key takeaways: BJP’s victory, wildlife challenges, and ambitious infrastructure projects defined Madhya Pradesh’s year.
