The landscape of Nizamuddin Colony in Ujjain changed drastically in 36 hours; 250 houses were demolished, and the settlement became a field.
In Ujjain, the entire landscape of Nizamuddin Colony, where plans were made for a ropeway boarding station, a Mahakal discourse hall, and multi-level parking in front of Mahakal Mahalok, has dramatically changed in just 36 hours. Just yesterday, there were 250 homes, including Takiya Masjid, but now all that remains is a field filled with the rubble of demolished houses. Seven homes still stand, untouched due to a court stay order. For the expansion of Shri Mahakal Mahalok, the administration successfully acquired land from Nizamuddin Colony on January 11 after two years of persistent efforts. The government has approved a compensation package of **₹66 crore for the land acquisition, with ₹32 crore already deposited in the bank accounts of 156 affected families**. Currently, these families are living in rental properties or with relatives.
Collector Neeraj Singh has stated that plans are in place to construct the Mahakal Pravachan Hall, the third boarding station for the ropeway, and multi-level parking on the newly acquired 2.135 hectares of land. With the land now cleared, the project is set to move forward quickly, and all the debris will be removed from the site soon. Residents observing the land acquisition process commented to that it would be great if the construction work progressed at the same pace as the demolitions. Many ongoing projects remain unfinished, including those under the Amrit Mission, Awas Mission, and Jal Jeevan, despite years of work. The Mahakal Project is also lagging behind schedule. The sewerage project, originally expected to be completed in two years, is still incomplete even after five years past the deadline.
