Madhya Pradesh Assembly’s budget session began on Monday with Governor Mangubhai Patel’s address. Governor emphasised the river-linking projects initiated in the last year and steps taken to attract investment from both domestic and foreign industrialists. Governor mentioned that investment proposals worth over Rs 30 lakh crore have been received, and efforts are underway to bring them to fruition. Governor said his government is committed to making farming free from power expenses in the coming three years by providing 30 lakh solar irrigation pumps. Earlier in the day, opposition members reached the main House carrying black masks and placards to protest against the government’s frequent short sessions. The Congress staged a demonstration in front of the CM’s statue demanding a change in the helpline system to ensure timely redressal of complaints through the public service guarantees. The state government is providing Rs 6,000 to 80 lakh farmers through direct benefit transfer (DBT) This year, the state has transferred Rs 1,624 crore directly to farmers’ accounts as the third installment. An assistance of Rs 40 per bovine family member per day is available, up from the earlier Rs 20 per member. A total of 89,710 students received a combined amount of Rs 224 crore in their accounts, while 7,832 students received scooties free of cost. On housing, he highlighted that 36 lakh houses had been completed, and another 13 lakh houses were under construction. The Central government has given a target of another 11.86 lakh houses. He said the forthcoming religious congregation, Simhastha Kumbh, to be organised in Ujjain in 2028, will be unique and magnificent. The Governor underscored the state’s achievements, stating that 5,190 kilometers of roads have been added to the existing road network, along with 76 new bridges. An amount of £2,500 crore will be invested to construct elevated corridors in Indore, Jabalpur, Bhopal, and Gwalior.