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Time of India
2 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Revamp plans spark displacement fears at rechristened Jagdishpur
Bhopal: The land demarcation exercise at Jagdishpur village (Islamnagar Fort) has caused unease among the local population. The move comes about a month after MP directorate of archaeology, archives and museums revealed plans in May for adaptive utilisation of the heritage location. According to sources, a survey is being carried out on instructions that were issued on July 3 by Huzur Naib Tehsildar Circle 1 to the chief executive officer of janpad panchayat Phanda regarding land demarcation at Jagdishpur (Islamnagar Fort). The initiative, focused on state-protected monument preservation, has identified 165 residential structures within the fort premises for potential relocation. However, SDM has classified this as a standard procedure, dismissing suggestions of immediate displacement. The village houses multi-generational families, with several residents having ancestral connections spanning three to four generations. "Several families in Jagdishpur have been residing here for three to four generations. Local villagers say that earlier, their homes were made of mud, and as their financial conditions improved, they built concrete houses on the same plots. Homeowners also possess the necessary permissions issued by the Gram Panchayat," said a local resident, seeking anonymity. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is it legal? How to get Internet without paying a subscription? Techno Mag Learn More Earlier in May, MP directorate of archaeology, archives and museums revealed plans in May for alternative utilisation of the historical Jagdishpur location. Current conservation efforts centre on two principal structures: Chaman Mahal and Rani Mahal, which have suffered prolonged deterioration. Located approximately 15 kilometres from Bhopal, the site is under consideration for a preservation-focused development scheme. The fort, established in 1715 by Sardar Dost Mohammad Khan, served various functions including royal accommodation and burial grounds for two Nawabs. Its Mughal Gardens and architectural elements combining Mughal, Rajput, and Malwa influences showcase its historical significance, complemented by continuous water access from Lower Lake. Indications are Jagdishpur—renamed from Islamnagar in 2023—is located approximately 15 km from Bhopal, along the route to Sanchi. With MP Tourism advancing redevelopment through a public-private partnership, a master plan has emerged to position the village within a larger heritage circuit. Recent administrative orders suggest efforts to revitalize the area, though concerns remain about their potential impact on long-established local communities. Earlier in 2023, another restoration initiative, supported by a Rs 1.33 crore budget, encompassed exterior improvements and illumination enhancements. The conservation strategy for the Heritage Core Zone incorporates guided visits, exhibitions, and strategic lighting arrangements. The peripheral areas are allocated for traditional markets, cultural activities, and community gatherings to revitalise the location as an active public venue.
The Hindu
24-04-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Pahalgam terror attack: ‘We went to Kashmir believing that the heaven on Earth is safe'
Shivamogga 'All along the route, there was so much security. But at the valley where we were, there was no security personnel. We had faith in the government. We went there believing that the place was safe, and wanted to see Kashmir, often called heaven on Earth... We three went, but now we are returning with one body in a box,' said a grief-stricken Pallavi R., wife of Manjunath Rao, who was killed in the terror attack at Pahalgam in Baisaran Valley in Kashmir on April 22. On April 24, speaking to mediapersons on her way back to Shivamogga, her native place, with her son Abhijan and the mortal remains of her husband, Ms. Pallavi said, 'He died in no time after he was shot. I could not talk to him. I was just a few feet away when he fell down. He was shot in the neck. I rushed to him and held him in my hands. Within a few seconds, his clothes and my clothes were soaked in blood. I have kept the clothes safe, and will not wash them,' said Ms. Pallavi. The terrorists with weapons, according to Pallavi, fired at her husband from a distance. 'There was a forest-like area a few metres away from the place where we were. My husband was purchasing snacks for my son, who was tired. I saw two people with weapons, and did talk to one of them,' she narrated. In fact, she and her son, outraged over Manjunath Rao's death, told the terrorists to kill them too. 'They refused, but told us to convey this to Narendra Modi,' she recalled. Help from locals The terrorists, according to Pallavi, targeted men among the tourists. 'There was a young couple. They shot the newly-married person at close range. I saw at least 25 dead bodies. Only women and children were spared. We were all screaming for help. There was no phone network in that area,' she said. Two local Muslim men, who were terrified by the incident and were repeatedly saying 'Bismillah', helped them come down from the valley. 'It was tough terrain. We walked for about one hour to reach the hospital. One of them carried my son on his back, and another helped me cross the stretch by holding my hand. I am thankful to them,' Ms. Pallavi said. Started as a dream trip For Abhijan, 18, the 'dream trip' to Kashmir has left him shattered. He told the media that the first three days of the trip to Kashmir were wonderful. The family visited a tulip garden and Mughal Gardens on the first day. On the second day, they took a ride in a shikara (boathouse), and visited Sonmarg and Doodhpathri. They spent the next two days in Pahalgam. 'It was my father's dream to visit Kashmir. We enjoyed a lot on the first three days. The fourth day was tragic. With his death, the place has become a hell for me,' said Abhijan. The family had left for the trip soon after his II PU results were out. He had scored 97% in the commerce stream. When his father was shot dead, Abhijan said he was infuriated. He wanted the terrorist to kill him too. The boy said he would never forgive the people who killed his father, and wants them to go through a similar pain.
