Keeping up with the latest developments is crucial for success in JPSC, JSSC, and other state-level exams. Here’s a detailed compilation of major Jharkhand-related events from 16 to 20 July 2025, presented with proper context and relevance.
16 July 2025 (Tuesday)
New Digital Land Survey Initiative for Ranchi
- What Happened? Ranchi Municipal Corporation launched a Drone-Based Digital Land Mapping Survey in the city.
- Purpose: To verify and digitize land records and detect illegal encroachments.
- Significance: This aligns with Jharkhand’s broader digitization efforts under the National Land Records Modernization Programme (NLRMP).
MoU with Tata Steel Foundation for Skill Training
- Who’s Involved? Jharkhand Government & Tata Steel Foundation.
- What’s It For? Jointly launching a Skill Development Training Programme for tribal youth in Simdega and West Singhbhum districts.
- Impact: Will train 10,000+ youths in trades like electrical, plumbing, and welding.
17 July 2025 (Wednesday)
Jharkhand Govt Approves Solar Energy Policy 2025
- Objective: To achieve 4,000 MW of solar capacity by 2030.
- Key Features:
- Rooftop solar for households and government buildings.
- Subsidies and single-window clearance for solar startups.
- Exam Angle: Aligns with SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and boosts Green Jharkhand Mission.
New Forest Produce MSP Announced
- Tribes Benefited: Munda, Ho, Santhal, Oraon.
- MSP increased for: Mahua flower, Lac, Tamarind, and Sal seeds.
- Why Important? This will ensure better income for forest-dependent communities under Minimum Support Price for Minor Forest Produce Scheme.
18 July 2025 (Thursday)
State Cabinet Approves Urban Slum Redevelopment Plan
- Target Areas: Jamshedpur, Dhanbad, Ranchi.
- Budget: ₹1,200 crore under the Jharkhand Urban Renewal Mission.
- Goal: Construction of 50,000 affordable housing units for slum dwellers.
- Context: Part of the PM Awas Yojana (Urban) with state adaptation.
19 July 2025 (Friday)
Launch of ‘Pahadiya Arogya Mitra’ Scheme
- Launched By: Chief Minister at Dumka.
- Focus Group: PVTGs (Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups) such as Mal Pahariya and Sauria Pahariya.
- Highlights:
- 250 community health workers to be deployed in Santhal Pargana region.
- Free mobile check-ups and telemedicine access.
- Exam Relevance: Shows state-specific welfare for tribal health – useful in JPSC GS Paper II & V.
20 July 2025 (Saturday)
Jharkhand Women Startup Incubation Program
- Organized By: Jharkhand Innovation Lab & IIM Ranchi.
- Participants: 100 women-led startups from Ranchi, Bokaro, and Hazaribagh.
- Support Offered: Seed funding up to ₹10 lakhs, mentorship, and market linkage.
- Focus Sectors: Agri-tech, Handloom, E-commerce.
- Why It Matters? Strengthens Start-up Jharkhand Mission, gender empowerment, and entrepreneurship culture.
Exam Takeaways (For Quick Revision)
| Date | Key Event | Relevance |
|---|---|---|
| 16 July | Digital Land Survey in Ranchi | Land reforms, Urban governance |
| 17 July | Solar Policy 2025 | Renewable energy, Climate |
| 17 July | MSP for forest produce | Tribal economy |
| 18 July | Slum redevelopment plan | Urban planning, Social welfare |
| 19 July | Pahadiya Arogya Mitra | PVTG healthcare |
| 20 July | Women Startup Program | Economy, Women empowerment |
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