For JPSC, JSSC & Other Competitive Exams
Stay up-to-date with the most important Jharkhand current affairs of 28 July 2025. These updates are vital for aspirants of JPSC, JSSC, and other state-level competitive exams, especially for sections related to state governance, security, education, and infrastructure.
Central Home Secretary’s Visit to Jharkhand
Event: The Central Home Secretary is visiting Jharkhand today.
Purpose:
- To review the implementation and ground-level impact of the New Criminal Law across the state.
- Meetings with senior state officials, police authorities, and judicial representatives are scheduled.
Exam Relevance:
- Highlights coordination between Centre and State in law enforcement.
- Important under Polity & Criminal Justice Reforms for Mains & Prelims.
Orange Alert: Heavy Rain and Thunderstorm Warning
Issued by: India Meteorological Department (IMD)
Affected Districts: Ranchi, East Singhbhum, West Singhbhum, Simdega, Gumla, Lohardaga, Khunti
Warning:
- Heavy rainfall accompanied by lightning and thunder
- Disaster preparedness advised by administration
- Sawan Kanwar Yatra arrangements enhanced
Exam Relevance:
- Environment & Disaster Management
- Weather alerts and mitigation mechanisms
Naxal Control Strategy Intensified
Who: DGP Anurag Gupta (Jharkhand Police)
What:
- Call for joint anti-Maoist operations with Bihar, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and West Bengal
- Focus on Saranda Forest region (a known Maoist stronghold)
- Enhanced coordination to eliminate left-wing extremism
Exam Relevance:
- Internal Security & Inter-State Coordination
- Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) Strategy
Major Interstate Chain-Snatching Gang Busted
Operation: Jharkhand Police arrested 5 members of a chain-snatching gang.
Scope:
- More than 1,000 chain-snatching cases across 6 states (Jharkhand, Odisha, Bihar, UP, AP, West Bengal)
- Recovery: Dozens of gold chains, fake number plates, vehicles, and tools
Exam Relevance:
- Organized Crime & Policing
- Law & order management, inter-state investigation
Kanwariyas Rescued from Damodar River
Where: Chas, Bokaro
Incident:
- 3 kanwariyas fell into the swollen Damodar River while making reels.
- 2 swam to safety; 1 was rescued by pre-deployed divers.
Exam Relevance:
- Role of district administration in pilgrimage safety
- Civic preparedness during monsoon
Migrant Worker’s Body Returned from Niger
Name: Ganesh Karmali
From: Bokaro district
What Happened:
- Killed during a terrorist attack in Niger (West Africa) on 15 July
- Mortal remains arrived in Jharkhand today
Exam Relevance:
- Diaspora, Migrant Workers’ Rights, and Global Terrorism
- Indian Government’s diplomatic and humanitarian action
Ravindra Bhavan Project Delayed
Project: Ravindra Bhavan Cultural Complex, Ranchi
Status: 90% work complete, but inauguration delayed to September 2025
Reason: Pending interior and finishing touches
Exam Relevance:
- Cultural Infrastructure in Jharkhand
- Delays in public works implementation
Career Guidance Initiative by JEPC & UNICEF
Who: Jharkhand Education Project Council (JEPC) with UNICEF India
Launch: Career guidance booklets for Class 9 to 12 students in govt. schools
Content Includes:
- Subject selection tips
- Vocational options
- Scholarship awareness
- Competitive exam guidance
Exam Relevance:
- Education Policy & Youth Empowerment
- Public–Private Partnership in schooling
Summary Table for Quick Revision
| Event | Key Details | Relevance |
|---|---|---|
| Central Home Sec. Visit | Focus on New Criminal Law | Polity, Justice Reform |
| IMD Alert | Orange Alert in 7 districts | Disaster Management |
| Naxal Strategy | Joint Ops in LWE Zones | Internal Security |
| Gang Busted | 1,000+ chain-snatching cases | Law Enforcement |
| River Rescue | 3 Kanwariyas rescued | Disaster Preparedness |
| Niger Repatriation | Migrant worker’s body returned | Global Affairs |
| Ravindra Bhavan Delay | Inauguration pushed to Sept. | Infrastructure |
| JEPC-UNICEF Books | Career guides for Class 9–12 | Education & Policy |
Preparation Tips for Aspirants
- Revise Jharkhand-specific law enforcement and administration coordination topics.
- Keep an eye on infrastructure projects, especially in culture and tourism sectors.
- Practice MCQs related to disaster alerts and education initiatives.
- Track Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) developments in Saranda, Palamu, and adjoining zones.
- Highlight migrant workers’ issues and state-wise outmigration patterns.
Also read in Hindi : झारखंड करेंट अफेयर्स – 28 जुलाई 2025