Madhya Pradesh Launches 'Lokpath Mobile App' to Expedite Road Issue Resolution

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The 'Lokpath Mobile App' was launched by Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav on July 2, 2024, at the Vidhan Sabha Media Center in Bhopal.

An Overview of the News

• Developed by Madhya Pradesh State Electronic Development Corporation Limited (MPSEDC), the app was created by the Public Works Department (PWD).

• It allows the public to report road issues by submitting images directly to officials.

• Officials are mandated to address reported problems within seven days and update the resolution status on the app.

Implementation and Features Of 'Lokpath Mobile App':

• Aims to improve 40,000 kilometers of roads in Madhya Pradesh, addressing national highways, state highways, and major district roads.

• Phase one began on July 2, 2024, focusing on national highways, state highways, and main district roads.

• Phase two will extend improvements to other district and rural roads, scheduled for later implementation.

• Despite challenges like heavy rainfall and traffic, the app facilitates timely issue resolution and accountability among officials.

About Madhya Pradesh

• In terms of area, it is the second largest state of India after Rajasthan.

• According to the Indian Forest Status Report-2021, Madhya Pradesh has the maximum forest cover in the country in terms of area.

• 25.14% of its area is covered by forests.

• National Parks - Panna National Park, Pench National Park

• Wildlife Sanctuaries - Gangau Wildlife Sanctuary, Ghatigaon wildlife sanctuary

  • Chief Minister - Dr. Mohan Yadav

  • Governor - Mangubhai C. Patel

  • Capital - Bhopal