Cough Syrup Horror: Banned Chemical Used, Pharma Firm Under Probe

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the Coldrif cough syrup tragedy in Madhya Pradesh has confirmed that industrial-grade diethylene glycol—a toxic chemical used in brake fluids and antifreeze—was present in the syrup that led to the deaths of 23 children, including 20 in Chhindwara district.

Key Findings from the SIT Investigation:

• Source of Contamination: The chemical was traced to Sresan Pharmaceuticals, owned by Ranganathan Govindan in Tamil Nadu. He allegedly procured banned industrial-grade diethylene glycol for production.
• Supply Chain Mapping: Investigators are now examining the entire supply chain—from raw material sourcing to distribution—to determine how long the chemical had been used and who else may be complicit.
• Accountability Focus: Authorities aim to fix responsibility at every stage, including suppliers, intermediaries, and production oversight. Govindan initially claimed ignorance, saying production was delegated.

Source: Times of India | The Indian Express [October 11, 2025] 

The Coldrif cough syrup tragedy was first reported by several national and regional outlets, but among the earliest and most locally grounded coverage came from India Today, on October 7, by reporter Ravish Pal Singh, based in Bhopal. The report highlighted the rising death toll in Chhindwara and Betul districts, naming victims and linking the deaths to Coldrif syrup containing toxic substances.

Regulatory Implications

This case has reignited calls for tighter pharmaceutical oversight and raw material traceability. It echoes past tragedies involving toxic syrups and highlights the urgent need for reform in drug manufacturing protocols.

Adani Power to Build 1,600 MW Ultra-Supercritical Plant in MP Under DBFOO Model

Adani Power has clinched a major win by securing a 1,600 MW ultra-supercritical thermal power project from MP Power Management Company Ltd (MPPMCL). The project will be developed in Anuppur district under the Design, Build, Finance, Own, and Operate (DBFOO) model, with a total investment of ₹21,000 crore. Earlier, the company had received LoA for supply of 800 MW power.

This marks the first use of the greenshoe mechanism in India’s thermal power sector—a notable innovation in public-private energy contracts.

This innovative inclusion of a greenshoe mechanism in coal-based power procurement will help Madhya Pradesh in meeting its ever-growing electricity demand owing to increased industrialization and urbanisation, enhancing energy security for the state.

Key Highlights:

• Capacity Split: 800 MW initially awarded, followed by another 800 MW under the Greenshoe Option—a first-of-its-kind move in Indian thermal tenders.
• Tariff: Both allocations are priced at ₹5.838/kWh.
• Timeline: Commissioning expected within 60 months from the appointed date.
• Fuel Security: Coal linkage secured under the SHAKTI Policy of the Government of India.
• Employment Impact: Estimated 9,000–10,000 jobs during construction and 2,000 jobs during operations.

Strategic Implications:

This deal not only boosts Adani Power’s total awarded capacity to 7,200 MW in the past year, but also strengthens Madhya Pradesh’s energy security amid rising industrial and urban demand. The greenshoe mechanism—borrowed from capital markets—signals a new era of flexibility in power procurement.

While Adani Power has existing thermal operations across 12 plants nationwide, including one in Madhya Pradesh, the Anuppur project appears to be its primary active expansion in the state.

The company’s broader energy portfolio includes solar, wind, and transmission infrastructure, but no additional MP-specific projects have been publicly confirmed beyond this thermal initiative.

National Telecom R&D and Skilling Hub Takes Shape in Jabalpur, MP As BSNL Ties With Ericsson, Qualcomm, Cisco & Nokia

BSNL has launched a major industry-led digital skilling initiative at its premier training institute, Bharat Ratna Bhim Rao Ambedkar Institute of Telecom Training (BRBRAITT), Jabalpur, in collaboration with Ericsson, Qualcomm, Cisco, and Nokia. Here's a breakdown of the initiative's scope, objectives, and impact:

This development is a step towards a broader plan by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications, to establish a Telecom Innovation, Research and Training Centre (TIRTC) at BRBRAITT. Envisioned as an industry-led national hub, TIRTC will focus on developing telecom-specific R&D talent and a future-ready workforce — aligning with the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision of Skill India and Atmanirbhar Bharat.

TIRTC will also support product innovation, prototyping, and telecom entrepreneurship in the long term.

Initiative Overview

• Partners: Ericsson India, Qualcomm Technologies, Cisco Systems, Nokia Solutions and Networks India
• Location: Bharat Ratna Bhim Rao Ambedkar Institute of Telecom Training (BRBRAITT), Jabalpur
• Focus Areas: 5G, AI/ML, Cybersecurity, Networking
• Annual Training Goal: Over 2,000 students

Training Programs & Infrastructure

Partner	Contribution	Training Focus
Ericsson	5G Centre of Excellence + Ericsson Educate Program	Hands-on 5G training, global curriculum
Qualcomm	Qualcomm Institute + sponsored training for first 100 participants	Advanced 5G & AI, internships
Cisco	Cisco Networking Academy Program	Networking, cybersecurity, IT skills
Nokia	5G Centre of Excellence + AI/ML Lab + joint certification with BRBRAITT	5G radio/core networks, AI/ML

Strategic Goals

• Establish Telecom Innovation, Research and Training Centre (TIRTC) at BRBRAITT
• Support national missions: Digital India, Skill India, Make in India, Startup India, Atmanirbhar Bharat
• Build a digitally enabled, job-ready youth workforce. 
• Position Jabalpur as a national hub for telecom R&D, innovation, and skilling

Launch & Leadership

• MoUs signed in New Delhi
• Attended by Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Telecom Secretary Neeraj Mittal, BSNL leadership, and partner company representatives

Madhya Pradesh Powers Up: 1GW AI-Ready Data Centre Ecosystem in the Works

Madhya Pradesh is making a bold move to become a major player in global digital infrastructure by developing a 1 gigawatt AI-ready data centre ecosystem, reported Times of India. Here's a breakdown of the initiative:

Strategic Partnership

MoU Signed: Between Madhya Pradesh State Electronics Development Corporation (MPSEDC) and Spain-based Submer Technologies, a leader in immersion cooling and AI infrastructure.

Location: Agreement signed during the Invest in Madhya Pradesh Business Forum in Barcelona, Spain.

During the visit to Spain today, the headquarters of Submer, located in Barcelona, was visited.

This company, which specializes in data center cooling technology, held positive discussions regarding potential investment and strategic partnership in Madhya Pradesh.

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— Dr Mohan Yadav (@DrMohanYadav51) July 17, 2025

Vision & Goals

Eco-Friendly Design: Data centres will use advanced cooling technologies to reduce power consumption, water usage, and environmental impact.

AI Optimization: Infrastructure will be tailored for high-efficiency AI workloads.

Green Digital Transition: Aligns with MP’s goal to lead India’s climate-conscious tech transformation.

Government Support

• Land Allocation and Regulatory Clearances: Provided by the MP government.
• Incentives: Includes capital expenditure assistance, power tariff reimbursements, and electricity duty exemptions.
• Employment & Innovation: Expected to generate local jobs, skill development, and R&D opportunities.

Why MP?

• Existing Data Centres: Already operational in Bhopal and Gwalior.
• Geographic Advantage: Cities like Indore and Raipur offer low latency and affordable power.
• Investor Confidence: Attributed to stable governance and streamlined procedures.

What’s Next?

A delegation from Submer Technologies will visit Madhya Pradesh later this month to scout potential sites and engage with local stakeholders.

Bhopal’s Baffling Bridge: When Urban Planning Took a Hard Right—Literally

In the heart of Bhopal, where infrastructure dreams meet architectural nightmares, stands a bridge that’s less a feat of engineering and more a meme in reinforced concrete. Meet the Aishbagh rail overbridg, a 648-meter-long, 8.5-meter-wide curiosity that cost ₹18 crore and gave us one of the most unintentionally hilarious U-turns in urban planning history.

Not just a metaphor—this bridge actually makes a sharp 90-degree turn.

Constructed to connect two densely packed localities while dodging metro stations and land limitations like a real-life Tetris game, engineers made a bold choice: a turn so sharp, even GPS had second thoughts. According to the official rationale, there was “no other option.” But for commuters trying to navigate the bend at anything above pedestrian pace, “option” wasn’t the problem—survival was.

Sharp right! 90-degree turn on #Bhopal #railway overbridge leaves motorists fuming, minister to inspect on June 14.

Details here 🔗https://t.co/hHXZFqk9BV pic.twitter.com/9VGfWbY30k

— The Times Of India (@timesofindia) June 14, 2025

Naturally, the internet did what it does best: it transformed bureaucratic absurdity into art. From memes calling it a “video game level designed by Satan” to quotes like “death will now arrive at a 90-degree angle,” the public response was pure gold. One especially spicy comment dubbed it “Bhopal Drift”—because if you take that corner without Tokyo skills, you’re airborne.

Originally slated for an 18-month completion, the project lingered for over 36 months, thanks to shifting utility lines, coordination chaos between Indian Railways and the Public Works Department, and—presumably—a long pause for everyone involved to contemplate their life choices.

After the internet roasted the design like a soggy samosa, the authorities relented. Indian Railways granted more land, and engineers are now flattening the turn by three feet—because physics, it turns out, is not optional.

In the end, the Aishbagh bridge gave India more than a functional crossing. It gifted us a cautionary tale, a viral sensation, and a masterclass in how public mockery can literally reshape concrete.

And to think—they say memes can’t change the world.

Want me to cook up a satirical headline for this wonder? Or explore other public works that went delightfully off-script? I’ve got a toolbox full of them.

NTPC Group Inks MoUs with Govt of MP at Global Investors Summit, Set to Invest over Rs 2 Lakh Crore in MP

India’s largest integrated energy company, NTPC Limited along with its subsidiary NTPC Green Energy Ltd (NGEL) has signed multiple MoUs with the Govt. of Madhya Pradesh during the Global Investors Summit, being held at Bhopal on 24th-25th February 2025. It includes renewable projects based on Solar, Wind, Pump Hydro and other carbon neutral energy sources in the state of Madhya Pradesh.

The first MoU was signed between NGEL and Madhya Pradesh Power Generating Company Limited (MPPGCL) for setting up Renewable Energy projects up to 20 GW or more in the state, at an approximate investment of Rs. 1,20,000 Crore. This has paved the way for formation of a Joint Venture Company (JVC), which will help in mitigating the Renewable Generation Obligation (RGO) of Madhya Pradesh Generating Company as well as Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO) of Madhya Pradesh DISCOMs.

The second MOU was signed between NTPC Ltd. & Govt. of MP for other sustainable non-fossil fuel power plants at an estimated investment of Rs. 80,000 Crores. Madhya Pradesh Power Management Company Limited (MPPMCL), has signed this MOU on behalf of the state Govt.

An agreement was also signed between Govt. of MP & NTPC, pertaining to an intent to invest approximately Rs 4,000 Crores in setting up 800 MW of Pumped Hydro Storage Project in the state.

The MoUs were signed in the presence of the Dr Mohan Yadav, Hon’ble Chief Minister of MP and Shri Gurdeep Singh, CMD, NTPC Ltd. along with other senior officials of Govt of MP & NTPC Ltd and will play a significant role in promoting sustainable energy solutions while strengthening GOI's efforts towards energy transition and Net Zero targets.

NTPC Ltd. is India's largest integrated power utility, contributing one-fourth of the India’s power requirements and has an installed capacity of over 77 GW, with an additional capacity of 29.5 GW under construction, including 9.6 GW of renewable energy capacity. The company is committed to achieving 60 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2032.

With a diverse portfolio of thermal, hydro, solar, and wind power plants, NTPC is dedicated to delivering reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity to the nation. The company is committed to adopting best practices, fostering innovation, and embracing clean energy technologies for a greener future.

MP Govt Takes 50 Acres of Land Back From Infosys in Indore's Super Corridor

The Madhya Pradesh government has decided to take back 50 acres of land from Infosys in Indore's Super Corridor. This decision was made to pave the way for new industries and to make the investment environment more attractive. The land will be reallocated under the new IT, ITeS, and ESDM Investment Promotion Policy of 2023.

The land was allocated to Infosys in 2023 as part of the state's initiative to develop the Indore Super Corridor and attract major IT companies to the region. This move was aimed at fostering economic growth and creating job opportunities in Madhya Pradesh.

Besides Infosys, other major IT companies were also given land at the same time. For instance, TCS was allocated 100 acres of land in the Indore Super Corridor. Additionally, LTI Mindtree was given 10 acres of land under the mega projects scheme.

The lands were allocated through MP State Electronics Development Corporation with the condition of hiring local candidates and using the entire area of land given.

As per the terms of the lease, both TCS and Infosys have failed to hire local candidates and have not even built a campus on the entire lands allocated. The then District Collector Manish Singh issued a notice to the representatives of the two companies stating that they had violated the terms of the signed lease agreement while handing over the land in the Super Corridor.

The decision to reclaim land from Infosys in Indore's Super Corridor is also tied to the Global Investors' Summit 2025. The summit, scheduled for February 24-25, 2025, in Bhopal, aims to attract global investments and showcase Madhya Pradesh as an ideal investment destination. By reallocating the land, the government hopes to create more opportunities for new industries and investors, aligning with the summit's goal of boosting industrial growth and investment in the region.

The Global Investor Summit 2025 is to be held in Bhopal, for which the land is also being used to invest the companies coming to the city of Bhopal where it is being decorated. The government is collecting information about the vacant industrial lands in the region from all districts. In this episode, Infosys Indore Capus has returned about 50 acres totaling 20.234 hectares.

Following the instructions given by the Deputy Secretary of Madhya Pradesh Department of Science & Technology, instructions were given to the Napti of the land returned to Indore District Administration. Malharganj SDM Nidhi Varma has prepared the report by preparing the list of officers while completing this work. It is known that this land was to be withdrawn from Indore Infosys under the terms of the lease deed after the decision taken in the cabinet meeting. Land that has been unusable for a long time will now be given to other industries on lease.

The Cabinet approved the new policy IT, ITES and ESDM Investment Incentives, 2023 in place of Investment Policy 2016. As per the decision given in the cabinet meeting, IT was brought to make investment in the field of ITES and ESDM more attractive. The implementation of the new schemes worked on this policy to increase the possibility of investment and attract interested companies to the region. According to information from Tehsildar Algae Singh, 36 khasre (land units) in the said area were reported blank by the company which has been napped. The list is being sent to the regime along with the report.

It's a strategic move to present Madhya Pradesh as a progressive and investor-friendly state, capable of supporting large-scale industrial projects and fostering economic development.

Bhopal Gas Tragedy: 337 Tonnes of Toxic Waste Removal Process Beguns After 40 Years

After 40 years, the city of Bhopal has finally begun the process of removing the toxic waste left over from one of the world's worst tragic gas disaster in 1984. Recently, 337 metric tonnes of hazardous waste was transported from Bhopal to a disposal plant in Pithampur, about 230 km away. This move comes after the Madhya Pradesh High Court issued a directive, emphasizing the urgency of the situation.

The waste is being transported in sealed containers under heavy security, and it will undergo incineration at the Pithampur Waste Management facility. The entire process is expected to take between three to nine months.

चालीस साल बाद भोपाल को इस कार्बाइड कारखाने के जहरीले कचरे से मुक्ति मिली #Bhopal pic.twitter.com/b2mhCYEW83

— Brajesh Rajput (@drbrajeshrajput) January 1, 2025

It's a significant step towards addressing the long-standing environmental and health concerns stemming from the disaster.

The Bhopal Gas Tragedy was one of the worst industrial disasters in history. It occurred on the night of December 2-3, 1984, at the Union Carbide India Limited (UCIL) pesticide plant in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Around 40 tons of methyl isocyanate (MIC) gas leaked from the UCIL plant, exposing over 500,000 people.

The area around the plant remains contaminated, and the removal of toxic waste has been a long and contentious process.

The 40-Year Long Efforts

The Madhya Pradesh High Court played a crucial role by issuing a directive on December 3, 2024, setting a four-week deadline for the removal of the toxic waste. The court emphasized the urgency of the situation and warned of contempt proceedings if the directive was not followed.

The long-standing environmental and health impacts of the toxic waste on the local community were a significant driving force. The waste, which includes traces of Sevin pesticide and methyl isocyanate (MIC), posed serious risks to soil and groundwater.

Local activists and residents have been vocal about the need to address the toxic waste issue for decades. Their persistent efforts and protests helped keep the issue in the spotlight and pressured authorities to take action.

The Cleaning Process

The removal process involved meticulous planning and coordination. 12 specialized containers were used to transport the 337 metric tonnes of waste to the Pithampur Waste Management facility, located about 230 km from Bhopal. The convoy was escorted by police, ambulances, and fire brigade units to ensure safe transit.

To prevent environmental contamination, the waste will undergo Incineration, which involves burning waste materials at high temperatures, typically between 900°C and 1200°C. This high heat breaks down the waste into its basic components — ash, flue gas, and heat. Incineration significantly reduces the volume of waste, often by 80-85%.

The Incineration process will be done at the Pithampur facility, where smoke will pass through special filters to to remove harmful substances. The resulting ash will be tested and, if confirmed free of toxic elements, sealed and buried to avoid soil and water contamination.

The heat generated during incineration can be used to produce electricity or heat, making it a form of waste-to-energy technology.

The ash left after incineration is mostly inorganic and can be disposed of in landfills. In some cases, metals can be recovered from the ash for recycling. In some cases, metals can be recovered from the ash for recycling.

This coordinated effort reflects the culmination of years of advocacy, legal action, and environmental planning to finally address the toxic legacy of the Bhopal gas tragedy.

Jabalpur, MP-based MBG Card Raises ₹2.72 Cr Led by IPV to Empower Digital Transformation for SMEs

• MBG Card is a SaaS company offering affordable digital transformation solutions, helping SMEs create an online presence, manage reviews, and automate marketing and operations.
• The funds will be used to enhance marketing efforts, expand product development, and build a strong team.
• MBG Card serves over 10,000 clients nationally and internationally.
• MBG Card was awarded Seed Funding under the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme in 2023.
• So far, Inflection Point Ventures has invested over INR 790 Cr across 210+ startups

MBG Card, a Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh-based SaaS company providing digital transformation solutions for businesses, has successfully raised ₹2.72 Crore in a funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures. The round saw participation from Velocity Revenue Based Financing and Klub Revenue Based Financing. This funding will be used to enhance marketing efforts, product development, and team building.

MBG Card is a SaaS company focused on providing affordable and comprehensive digital transformation solutions for SMEs. The platform enables non-tech-savvy businesses to easily build an online presence, manage review ratings, and automate marketing and operations, all at a fraction of the cost of traditional solutions. With a mission to empower businesses to thrive in the digital space, MBG Card streamlines processes, enhances customer engagement, and drives growth through accessible and efficient tools.

Founded by Abhinavv Dubeyy, an experienced entrepreneur with over 15 years in tech startups, MBG Card has been delivering affordable digital transformation solutions, helping SMEs create an online presence, manage reviews, and automate marketing and chat operations. At just 1/10th the price of traditional solutions, MBG Card caters to businesses that are not tech-savvy, making digital tools accessible to all.

Mitesh Shah, Co-Founder, Inflection Point Ventures, says “SMEs often enjoy the loyalty of regular local customers, however it is limited to that locality. It is a challenge to establish a presence beyond that. MBG card addresses this gap by bringing the businesses online, transforming them into a brand, and providing tools to help them grow. IPV has confidence in MGB’s expertise to empower businesses in today’s competitive landscape”.

Based in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, MBG Card serves over 10,000 clients across India and internationally. The company continues to grow at a rapid pace, onboarding thousands of new clients each month, and expanding its presence globally. With a dedicated team of 70+ employees, MBG Card aims to maintain its threefold annual growth trajectory.

MBG Card offers a comprehensive, one-stop digital transformation solution tailored for non-tech-savvy businesses. With its affordable pricing, just 1/10th of traditional alternatives, MBG Card simplifies the process of creating an online presence, managing review ratings, marketing, and automating customer chat functions.

Abhinavv Dubeyy, Founder & CEO, says, "Our experience with IPV shaped the vision for MBG Card. Our goal is to help SMEs embrace the digital world, drive marketing and sales, and streamline operations to foster growth and customer engagement."

The global digital transformation market is expected to reach $1.5 trillion by 2025, with India’s SaaS market growing at a rapid pace due to increasing adoption by SMEs. With over 63 million SMEs in India, there is a huge demand for affordable digital solutions like MBG Card.

About MBG Card

Founded in 2021 by Abhinavv Dubeyy, MBG Card is a SaaS company specializing in digital transformation solutions for SMEs. The platform provides affordable tools to help businesses enhance customer engagement, boost revenue, and automate operations.

About Inflection Point Ventures (IPV)

Inflection Point Ventures (IPV) is an angel investing platform that brings together over 23,500 CXOs, HNIs, and professionals to invest in startups. IPV has deployed significant capital in early-stage startups, providing both financial and experiential support to help entrepreneurs scale their businesses.

L&T Gets LNTP Contract from NTPC for Setting Up Thermal Power Plants in MP & Bihar

L&T Energy CarbonLite Solutions, a business vertical of Larsen & Toubro (L&T), has recently received a Limited Notice to Proceed (LNTP) from NTPC Ltd for setting up thermal power plants in Madhya Pradesh and Bihar.

The orders pertain to main plant packages of 2x800 MW Stage-II thermal power plant at Gadarwara in Madhya Pradesh and 3x800 MW Stage-II thermal power plant at Nabinagar in Bihar.

The scope of work involves design, engineering, manufacturing, supply, erection and commissioning of boilers, turbines, electrostatic precipitators (ESP), auxiliaries, along with the related mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and civil works.

The orders pertain to main plant packages for a 2×800 MW Stage-ll thermal power plant at Gadarwara in Madhya Pradesh and a 3x800 MW Stage-ll thermal power plant at Nabinagar in Bihar. 

The scope includes design, engineering, manufacturing, supply, erection, and commissioning of boilers, turbines, electrostatic precipitators (ESP), auxiliaries, along with related mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and civil works.

The value of the order is estimated to be more than Rs 1, 500 crore.

L&T aims to deliver these projects with exceptional outcomes, meeting their high standards of execution within a strict timeline.

Google Cloud to Open a Startup Hub and CoE in Madhya Pradesh

Google Cloud is planning to establish a startup hub and a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Madhya Pradesh. This initiative is part of a larger investment proposal worth approximately ₹3,200 crore, which aims to create around 7,000 jobs. The announcement was made by Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, who highlighted the potential for significant growth in the state's IT sector.

This move is expected to boost the local economy and foster innovation and entrepreneurship in the region.

The Centre of Excellence (CoE) that Google Cloud plans to establish in Madhya Pradesh will serve as a hub for cutting-edge research and development in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and other emerging technologies. It aims to provide training and upskilling opportunities for local talent, helping them acquire the necessary skills to thrive in the tech industry.

The CoE will offer resources and mentorship to startups, fostering an environment of innovation and entrepreneurship. It will facilitate collaboration between academia, industry, and government to drive technological advancements and economic growth.

The CoE will also focus on sustainable practices and solutions, aligning with global efforts to address environmental challenges.

This initiative is expected to significantly boost the local economy, create job opportunities, and position Madhya Pradesh as a key player in India’s tech landscape.

Google Cloud's investment in Madhya Pradesh is a significant initiative aimed at transforming the state into a tech hub. The initiative includes collaborations with other tech giants like NVIDIA and Infosys to further enhance the state's technological capabilities.

This move is anticipated to significantly boost the local economy and position Madhya Pradesh as a key player in India's tech landscape.

Besides, this investment aligns with Madhya Pradesh's strategic goals to attract more IT companies and foster a robust tech ecosystem. The state government has been actively engaging with industry leaders to explore further opportunities in aerospace, defense, and IT sectors.

Recently, Madhya Pradesh Global Investors Summit in Bengaluru attracted over 500 industry leaders. The event focused on investment opportunities in aerospace, defense, and IT sectors.

Madhya Pradesh is positioning itself as a major player in the AI landscape with collaborations involving Google Cloud and NVIDIA. These efforts are expected to revolutionize sectors like agriculture, healthcare, education, and manufacturing.

ANAROCK Signs Up MP Housing Board For Its AI-powered CRM Suite

ANAROCK CRM now in use by over 150 developers with over 1500 projects

India's leading independent residential real estate services consultant ANAROCK Group has announced that it has signed up the Madhya Pradesh Housing Board (MPHB) for its proprietary AI-enabled customer relationship management services. The ANAROCK CRM (ACRM) suite results in a 10-fold increase in inventory sales within a couple of months of implementation.

Sadiq Din, Head - ANAROCK CRM (India & International), ANAROCK Group, says, "We are gratified to onboard our first government entity as a dedicated user of ACRM after meeting all compliances, checks and balances. ACRM currently caters to over 150 developers with over 1500 projects; in fact, we have signed up over 100 clients in the last three months alone."

"The ANAROCK CRM suite is a revolutionary innovation to ramp up housing sales in all Indian markets from tier 1 to tier 3 cities," adds Santhosh Kumar, Vice Chairman - ANAROCK Group. "From planning and execution to analysis and reporting, it allows residential sales teams to create and track campaigns, and to make informed decisions about their future marketing strategies. The data and information about customers and prospects is stored and automatically analysed to provide valuable insights that help identify trends and measure success rates."

ACRM has been designed to be the ultimate Proptech solution for real estate developers and channel partners including government agencies, who are looking for prop tech-driven tools to enhance overall sales and marketing efficiency. With specialized algorithms created specifically for the Indian real estate market environment, ACRM streamlines and automates many of the manual tasks involved in sales and marketing.

Despite its high-tech, AI-driven features, ACRM does not require its users to be technologically proficient and can be instantly and seamlessly adopted by existing sales and marketing teams. ANAROCK CRM provides hands-on training to sales and marketing teams to ensure smooth adoption and integration with existing sales campaigns.

ACRM currently manages five enquiries, 90 calls and 1.2 residential site visits every minute. A highly advanced SaaS (software as a service) system, ACRM has so far processed approximately 5 million leads, automatically managing the sales pipeline, allowing sales teams to prioritize their leads, target their marketing efforts more effectively, and track the results of their campaigns.

The automation includes lead management via follow-up emails and lead scoring, which reduces the risk of leads being lost or forgotten.

ACRM has been rolled out across the country and plans to open GCC market in next few months.

Cyber Attack on Madhya Pradesh Power Management Co.'s Servers

The power management company in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh has been stalled for the last several days. The IT cell of the power management company has filed a complaint in Gorakhpur police station of Jabalpur, considering this problem as a cyber attack.

Cyber attack occurred on the server of MP Power Management Company, which caused the internet to go down in the company's office that made PMC unable to function. The company's account is also threatened. Apart from this, information about buying and selling electricity is also expected to be leaked.

For last 4 days, the company's IT cell has been involved in locating the cyber attack, but has no any firm information on its hand.

Ironically, in September last year Madhya Pradesh become the first state of the country to implement cyber crisis management plan developed by M.P. state load dispatch centre Jabalpur. Notably, Cyber Crisis Management Plan was developed in-house without taking the help of expert consultants and implemented after approval by Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-India), a government organization that responds to computer security incidents and promotes IT security practices and functions under the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology

MP Power Management Company is the most important company in Madhya Pradesh's power system, and it takes care of when, where and how much electricity the state needs and where it will be completed.

With electricity, there is a big drawback that it cannot be stored, so electricity has to be supplied at the same time when it is produced. The information on the availability of electricity at different power generation plants across the country are being tracked on the computers of the power management companies, through the Internet. The power management company buys electricity from companies with which it has power agreements.

Earlier officials of the power management company did the investigation, but the internet system was not able to improve. It was then understood that this is not a general technical flaw, but something else has damaged the MP Power Management Company's system. Although no virus or message like previous cyber attacks is displayed to the computer of a power management company, it has been considered a cyber attack.

Madhya Pradesh has a capacity to generate about 6000 MW of electricity and many a times some electricity remain unused by the state so it is then sold to other states. This entire process of buying & selling electricity is done on computer through internet and this buy-sale transactions are worth billions of rupees, But the computer system that has been installed for such an important and extremely important business.

Reportedly, the MP power management company did not take care of security of computer systems and using cyber security solutions like domestic computers. When when the internet stopped providing services, the PMC authorities did not consider it a cyber-attack. The PMC personnels however are not at fault because they are not trained enough in the field of Cybersecurity.

According to an PMC official, the company's servers are unable to do any work due to disturbances. All work from human resources is being affected. Only the IT department can provide information about technical malfunction in the server.