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Mid-Day Meal Gaps in Gadchiroli and Melghat: Tribal Nutrition Crisis in Vidarbha
Despite revised guidelines, tribal children in Vidarbha face severe malnutrition under the Mid-Day Meal Scheme.

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May 22, 20255 min read


Dog Management in Nagpur: Balancing Public Safety and Pet-Friendly Spaces
Nagpur addresses rising dog-related tensions with leash laws, dog parks, and humane stray control for safer public spaces.

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May 21, 20256 min read


Small Farmers in Vidarbha: Daily Struggles with Debt, Crop Losses, and Market Gaps
Small farmers in Vidarbha face shrinking land, debt, poor yields, and unstable markets with little institutional support.

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May 21, 20255 min read


Vocational Training in Nagpur and Amravati Prisons Helps Inmates Build Skills for Life After Release
Prisons in Nagpur and Amravati are offering certified vocational training to inmates, focusing on skill-building and employment.

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May 21, 20255 min read


Shreekshetra Pohradevi: Spiritual and Cultural Heart of the Banjara Community
Shreekshetra Pohradevi in Washim is a major Banjara pilgrimage site with deep historical roots and a rich cultural legacy.

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May 20, 20255 min read


Beggar Rehabilitation in Nagpur: Five Years of Data, Policy, and Unfinished Work
Nagpur’s efforts to rehabilitate beggars from 2019–2024 reveal progress, policy gaps, and a still-growing challenge.

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May 20, 20258 min read


Challenges of Digital Education in Gadchiroli, Melghat, and Gondia Schools
Patchy internet and poor infrastructure limit digital education access for students in Maharashtra’s tribal Zilla Parishad schools.

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May 20, 20255 min read


Gender Gaps in Vidarbha: Education, Jobs, and Financial Access Still Unequal
Vidarbha shows persistent gender gaps in education, employment, and financial access across districts and communities.

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May 19, 20257 min read


Wardha Dry Port: Vidarbha's Logistics Hub Boosting Trade
Wardha Dry Port in Sindi, Maharashtra, enhances trade, cuts logistics costs, and drives economic growth for Vidarbha and India.

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May 19, 20254 min read


Dynasties of Vidarbha: Political Shifts from Epics to Empires
From mythological kings to colonial rule, Vidarbha’s dynastic history shaped its politics, culture, and identity.

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May 19, 20257 min read


Veterinary Gaps in Vidarbha Threaten Livestock Farmers
Livestock farmers in Vidarbha face poor veterinary access, staff shortages, and slow rollout of government health schemes.

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May 16, 20255 min read


ULIP’s Role in Transforming India’s Logistics and Vidarbha’s Supply Chain
ULIP’s Role in Transforming India’s Logistics and Vidarbha’s Supply Chain India’s logistics sector is undergoing a profound change,...

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May 16, 20256 min read


Hisse-Borala Inscription: Vakataka Dynasty’s Ancient Record in Washim
The Hisse-Borala inscription in Washim, Maharashtra, reveals the Vakataka dynasty’s public works and precise dating from 457 CE.

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May 16, 20254 min read


Nagpur’s Eviction Drives Leave Thousands of Hawkers Without Work
Repeated eviction drives in Nagpur have displaced thousands of hawkers without viable alternatives or legal support.

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May 15, 20255 min read


Vidarbha’s Economic Divide: Structural Gaps and Regional Disparities in Maharashtra
Vidarbha faces deep economic and social disparities within Maharashtra, with low income, poor infrastructure, and rising distress.

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May 15, 20256 min read


Battery Recycling Rules 2025: Impact on Clean-Tech in Butibori, Nagpur
New 2025 battery recycling rules shape clean-tech opportunities and challenges in Butibori, Nagpur’s industrial hub.

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May 15, 20256 min read


Washim History: From Ancient Vakataka Capital to Modern District
Washim's journey spans ancient volcanic landscapes, Vakataka rule, medieval temples, and a vibrant modern district.

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May 14, 20254 min read


AI-Based Crop Insurance Changes Claim Process in Hailstorm-Hit Vidarbha
India’s AI crop insurance policy speeds up claim settlements in hailstorm-affected districts like Akola and Yavatmal.

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May 14, 20256 min read


Maharajbagh Road in Nagpur Dug and Rebuilt Repeatedly Over 10 Years
Maharajbagh Road in Nagpur faced repeated digging, delays, and cost overruns, disrupting traffic for over a decade.

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May 14, 20255 min read


Bamboo in Vidarbha: Missed Opportunities and Growing Potential
Despite policy shifts and rising demand, bamboo farming and trade in Vidarbha remain limited compared to its true potential.

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May 13, 20255 min read
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