The Madhya Pradesh cabinet has approved the acquisition of 437 acres of land at a cost of ₹590 crore to expand the Ujjain airstrip. This expansion is crucial for accommodating larger passenger aircraft, particularly during significant events like the Simhastha Kumbh Mela, which draws thousands of devotees to the Mahakaleshwar temple, one of the twelve jyotirlingas in India. The agreement for this project has been formalized under the central government's Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik scheme with the Airports Authority of India. The cabinet also discussed the need for infrastructure improvements in Ujjain, including roads and facilities for pilgrims, to ensure a smooth experience during the Simhastha 2028 event. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav emphasized the importance of timely completion and quality assurance of the projects, with a third-party audit to monitor progress. The cabinet approved a total of 22 projects worth ₹2,923.84 crore aimed at enhancing Ujjain's infrastructure, including the construction of a pedestrian bridge over the Kshipra River and improved access to major pilgrimage sites.