THE JHARKHAND STORY DESK
Ranchi, July 10: Speaking at the 27th meeting of the Eastern Zonal Council held in Ranchi, Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren reiterated that the Central Government’s support is vital for the state’s all-round development.
Emphasizing the spirit of cooperative federalism, he said the demands raised are crucial steps toward the social and economic empowerment of the people of Jharkhand.
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31 Key Demands Presented Before the Centre
During the meeting, Chief Minister Hemant Soren placed 31 major demands on behalf of Jharkhand before the Central Government.
These included immediate recovery of ₹1.40 lakh crore in pending royalties from coal companies, implementation of the Maiyaan Samman Yojana to provide ₹2,500 monthly assistance to women aged 18 to 50, support for the establishment of a Tribal University, and expedited development of infrastructure projects like the Ranchi Metro.
Highlights of Jharkhand’s Key Demands:
- Recovery of Coal Royalties: Immediate recovery of ₹1.40 lakh crore in pending royalty dues from coal companies.
- Maiyaan Samman Yojana: A scheme to provide ₹2,500 per month to women between the ages of 18 and 50.
- Tribal University: Support from the Centre for establishing a Tribal University.
- Ranchi Metro: Urgent implementation of the proposed Ranchi Metro project.
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Other Demands Raised:
- Tourism and Rural Development: Central assistance to boost tourism and rural development initiatives.
- MSME Sector: Promotion of employment for youth and strengthening of village economies through the MSME sector.
- DMFT Policy Reforms: Reforms in the District Mineral Foundation Trust (DMFT) policy and emphasis on prioritizing local residents in PSU-dominated regions.
- Education and Health: Central support for improving education and healthcare infrastructure in the state.
