**<a href="/category/bhandara" class="text-brand font-semibold hover:underline">Bhandara</a> | September 24, 2026**
Bhandara district is witnessing developments across administration, education, public infrastructure and law enforcement, with several issues drawing attention from residents in different parts of the district.
From government notices and recruitment-related announcements to recent incidents reported from different talukas, these developments are likely to remain important for residents in the days ahead.
## Government Notices and Administrative Updates
The Bhandara district administration has issued several recent notices concerning recruitment, public services and land acquisition-related matters.
According to the official district administration website, notices have been issued regarding the constitution of a committee for filling vacant Revenue Servant (Kotwal) posts at the Tumsar Tehsil Office. Notices related to recruitment of revenue staff in Tumsar and Sakoli have also been listed.
The administration has also published land-acquisition notifications covering villages including Khedepar and Singori in Lakhani taluka, as well as Ambagad in Tumsar taluka. Such notices are relevant for affected landowners and residents who may need to follow the official process and timelines.
## Online Examination Disrupted by Power Outage
An online examination in Bhandara on September 23 reportedly faced disruption after electricity supply was interrupted twice during the examination.
According to a local report, some candidates were able to log in while others faced difficulties starting the examination. Candidates reportedly gathered outside the examination centre and demanded that the examination be conducted again, following which police were called to manage the situation.
The incident has also brought attention to the need for reliable electricity and adequate backup arrangements at examination centres, particularly when important online examinations are being conducted.
## Anti-Narcotics Operation Leads to Seizure
In another significant development, the Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF), Nagpur, reportedly intercepted a vehicle at Palandur in Lakhni taluka and seized approximately **25.430 kg of suspected ganja**.
According to *The Times of <a href="/category/india" class="text-brand font-semibold hover:underline">India</a>*, two people, including the vehicle driver, were arrested. Police estimated the value of the seized substance at approximately ₹12.71 lakh, while the combined value of the contraband and vehicle was estimated at around ₹32.96 lakh. A case was registered at Palandur police station under the NDPS Act.
Investigators are reportedly examining the source and intended destination of the suspected consignment and whether other people were involved in the alleged transportation network.
## Road and Connectivity Projects Remain Important
Infrastructure and connectivity are also expected to remain key issues for the district.
A proposed **94.241-km Bhandara-Gadchiroli access-controlled expressway** has received administrative sanction for land acquisition and related interest, according to a report by *The Times of India*. The reported sanction amounts to ₹931.15 crore for land acquisition and interest.
The project could have implications for connectivity and land acquisition in the region, making official notifications and information for affected residents important to follow.
## What Residents Should Watch
For residents across Bhandara district, some of the key areas to watch in the coming days include:
* Updates from the district administration and tehsil offices
* Recruitment and public-service notifications
* Developments related to land acquisition
* Examination schedules and arrangements at online examination centres
* Police and law-enforcement operations
* Road, transport and infrastructure projects
* Local issues emerging from Bhandara, Tumsar, Lakhani, Sakoli, Pauni, Mohadi and Lakhandur
Residents are advised to verify important government, recruitment and examination information through official notices before taking action.
### Bhandara Today Update
Bhandara continues to see developments across multiple sectors, and local issues can change quickly. Bhandara Today will continue to track verified developments from across the district and provide updates as official information becomes available.
**Disclaimer:** This report is based on publicly available reports and official district administration information available as of September 24, 2026. Details may change as authorities release further information.