Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav is set to attend the Urban Growth Conclave 2.0 at the Brilliant Convention Centre in Indore on October 28, where the state government will present urban development projects, draft policy initiatives and investment opportunities related to city infrastructure.
Organised by the Urban Development and Housing Department, the conclave will focus on urban infrastructure, investment promotion, digital governance, affordable housing and water security.
During the event, Yadav will inaugurate or lay the foundation stones for various urban development projects across the state. These include housing constructed under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana–Urban, redevelopment and densification projects, a compressed biogas plant, water supply systems, sewerage works and other urban infrastructure initiatives.
The conclave will also feature the release of draft policies on affordable housing and treated wastewater recycling and reuse, alongside a report outlining the long-term development framework for the Indore Economic Region.
Two Draft Urban Policies to Be Presented
The state government will present two draft policies aimed at addressing housing availability and the reuse of treated wastewater.
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Madhya Pradesh Urban Affordable Housing and Habitat Policy, 2026
The draft policy is intended to expand the availability of affordable housing in urban areas and encourage private investment in the housing sector.
Its proposed areas of focus include:
- Rental housing: Expanding housing options for people who need accommodation on rent.
- Redevelopment: Promoting the redevelopment of existing urban areas.
- Use of government land: Improving the utilisation of government-owned land for housing.
- Urban planning: Supporting the expansion of housing through modern planning approaches.
Madhya Pradesh Treated Wastewater Recycling and Reuse Policy, 2026
The second draft policy aims to promote the reuse of treated wastewater and reduce reliance on fresh water sources for activities that do not require drinking water.
Proposed areas of application include:
- Industrial operations.
- Construction activities.
- Landscaping.
- Other non-potable uses.
Urban Development and Housing Department Commissioner Sanket Bhondve said affordable housing and effective water-resource management would be important considerations in meeting future urban needs. The proposed policies are intended to encourage private-sector participation, improve housing availability and promote alternative water sources.
Indore Economic Region Report to Outline Eight-District Development Plan
The conclave will feature the Indore Economic Region Report, prepared under NITI Aayog’s City Economic Region initiative.
The report covers eight districts and sets out a long-term framework for regional economic development, industrial expansion, housing, transport, logistics and employment generation.
It also addresses planned urban expansion through growth corridors and new townships. Coordinated planning of infrastructure and transport facilities is another area covered by the regional development framework.
The report is intended to provide a broad planning framework for the region’s economic and urban development.
Investment Opportunities in Urban and Infrastructure Projects
Urban Growth Conclave 2.0 will showcase investment opportunities in a range of proposed and ongoing projects across Madhya Pradesh.
Projects expected to feature at the event include:
- Tortoise City
- Central Vista Bhopal
- Hukumchand Mill redevelopment
- Ekai City
- Temple Bond projects in Ujjain
- Chitrakoot development projects
- Floating solar projects
The event will provide a platform to discuss investment and financing options for urban infrastructure and related development initiatives.
CM Mohan Yadav to Hold One-to-One Meetings With Investors
Chief Minister Yadav will hold individual meetings with selected investors and industry representatives during the conclave.
Discussions are expected to cover investment and collaboration opportunities in several sectors, including:
- Housing and urban infrastructure.
- Renewable energy.
- Water management.
- Electric mobility.
The conclave will also seek to encourage the participation of financial institutions and explore financing options for ongoing and proposed infrastructure projects.
Digital Governance and Modern Urban Planning on Agenda
The event will include discussions on using digital technology to make urban governance more transparent, efficient and citizen-focused.
Experts will also discuss modern urban planning tools, including:
- Urban densification: Making more efficient use of existing developed areas.
- Redevelopment: Reorganising and upgrading existing urban spaces.
- Transit-oriented development: Planning urban development around public transport networks.
- Transferable Development Rights (TDR): A planning mechanism that allows development rights to be transferred under specified conditions.
Other topics will include climate-resilient cities, water security, converting waste into resources and promoting a circular economy.
The discussions are intended to bring urban infrastructure projects, policy initiatives, investment opportunities and technology-based solutions onto a common platform.
With the October 28 conclave, the Madhya Pradesh government plans to present its approach to urban development through infrastructure projects, draft policies, regional planning and engagement with potential investors.
