An accident occurred late Saturday night when a 12-feet-tall Ganesh idol being transported fell due to potholes on the road. A young man, crushed under the idol, lost his life, sparking anger among locals over the city’s poor road conditions. Youth from Khandwa crushed under idol The incident occurred around 9 PM near Tulsi Mall on Lalbagh Road. The deceased was identified as Shashank Joshi (26), a resident of Khandwa. He had traveled to Burhanpur with members of the Hatkeshwar Ganesh Mandal to take the idol. While walking alongside the vehicle, Shashank was crushed under the idol when it toppled. He was rushed to a private hospital, but doctors declared him dead. Another youth accompanying Shashank fainted in shock after the incident and was also admitted to the hospital. Blame on pothole-ridden roads According to eyewitnesses, the idol was being transported from Samrat Maurya Art, Lalbagh, to Nai Awar Khandwa when it lost balance due to deep potholes. The mishap drew a large crowd, and police teams led by CSP Gaurav Patil reached the spot to manage the situation. Hindu Mahasabha spokesperson Om Azad directly blamed the administration, demanding that the commissioner and mayor take immediate action to repair the city’s battered roads. Congress leader Ajay Singh Raghuwanshi echoed the sentiment, stating,

Today’s Weather in Burhanpur: In Burhanpur today, the weather is expected to be Sunny with a maximum temperature of 42.1°C and a minimum of 26.4°C. Sunrise in Burhanpur is set for 06:05 AM and sunset at 06:45 PM Atmospheric pressure will be around 100.3 kPa with humidity at 8. There is a 0% probability of rain in Burhanpur and the UV index is at 8.4. Tomorrow, expect the temperature range of 41.9°C to 27.5°C. Be prepared with TOI’s hourly, daily, and weekly weather insights to stay updated on Burhanpur weather. For more, explore TOI Weather News for updates and forecasts on Burhanpur weather.

The efforts of the health department to reduce maternal and infant mortality in the district are proving to be on paper. With 42 pregnant women dying in 2 years, about 100 women are being registered in the high-risk category every month. The efforts of the health department to reduce maternal and infant mortality rates in the district are proving to be merely on paper. With 42 pregnant women dying in 2 years, approximately 100 women are being registered in the high-risk category every month. The field staff are not reaching high-risk women in the tribal-dominated areas of Khaknar and Dhulkot, due to which regular check-ups and vaccinations are not being administered. Women are losing their lives primarily due to severe anaemia. In the year 2023-24, 22 pregnant women died, and in 2024-25, 20 pregnant women died. The district hospital conducts check-ups for 30 pregnant women daily. To identify and treat high-risk pregnancies, camps are organised twice a month under the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan, and a separate room has been set up for doctors’ monitoring during delivery. The health department has created 52 types of high-risk categories, and women falling into these categories are registered on the portal. Every month, about 100 such women from across the district are being registered who are in the high-risk category, suffering from anaemia, TB, HIV, and other serious illnesses. Major cause of death: Negligence in check-ups Among the pregnant women coming for check-ups from urban and rural areas, anaemia is prevalent. With only 5% blood in the body, it becomes necessary to transfuse blood in emergencies during pregnancy. Due to a lack of regular check-ups, anaemia is not being identified. This puts the lives of both the mother and the child at risk. This situation is termed high-risk. Women in the high-risk category require extensive care and constant medical supervision. Blood levels as low as 5 grams in the body Nursing Officer Seema David stated that the haemoglobin level in a woman’s body should be above 11 grams at the time of delivery. However, women reaching the hospital for delivery have as little as 5 grams of blood, placing them in the high-risk category. Women from Khaknar, Dhulkot, and Nepanagar areas are found to have a higher incidence of anaemia. On several occasions, upon investigation or inquiry, it is found that vaccinations have not been administered and regular check-ups have not been done. Reports regarding this are being sent to the department officials. Reasons for being high-risk Gynaecologist Dr. Pratibha Bagran explained that short intervals between pregnancies, previous Caesarean deliveries, along with anaemia, diabetes, high blood pressure, and thyroid are the main reasons. Pregnancies in women under 18 years of age (adolescence) or over 35 years of age are also included in the high-risk category. During pregnancy, if one experiences headaches, dizziness, swelling in the hands, feet, and face, vaginal bleeding, or reduced foetal movement, medical check-ups should be sought.

Burhanpur Airport – A mini airport will be built in Burhanpur, famous for its textile manufacturing, agriculture, medicine, and furniture industries.Another airport will be built in Madhya Pradesh. CM Mohan Yadav made this announcement. He announced the construction of a mini airport in Burhanpur. CM Mohan Yadav said that Burhanpur is famous as the ‘City of Weavers’ due to its textile production. He said that this district is a major centre of the powerloom industry. From agriculture, textile manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals to the furniture industry, and from pipe manufacturing to equipment manufacturing, Burhanpur is unparalleled. Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav said that due to the increasing demand in the textile industry, cotton is also cultivated on a large scale here. This cultivation not only increases the income of farmers but also strengthens industries. The bananas from here are also famous across the country. CM Mohan Yadav spoke about further expanding the processing, storage, and export facilities for major products of Burhanpur like bananas and cotton. The 33rd installment of the Ladli Behna Yojana was released during the programme. CM Mohan Yadav said that the state government is making every possible effort for the bright future of the sons and daughters of the state. He called upon the people of the state to encourage mass marriages. CM Mohan Yadav further said that after the completion of the Tapti Groundwater Mega Recharge project, the land of Burhanpur will become even more fertile. He said that the country’s first “PM Mitra Park” is being built in Dhar, which will benefit cotton-producing farmers. Mohan Yadav announced that a mini airport will be developed in Burhanpur, describing it as a major boost for the region’s connectivity.

Old rumours of a hidden treasure at the 15th-century Asirgarh Fort in Madhya Pradesh have resurfaced recently, fuelled by the Bollywood film Chhaava, triggering a dramatic late-night treasure hunt. Videos that went viral on social media showed a large number of people digging at a plot of land adjacent to the historic fort, sparking concern among authorities. Following the incident, the Burhanpur district administration acted swiftly on Saturday, ordering a probe into the matter and imposing restrictions on entry to the area surrounding the fort to prevent further disturbances and protect the heritage site.