Targeted for JPSC, JSSC & State-Level Exams
Understanding current developments in Jharkhand is crucial for aspirants preparing for competitive exams like JPSC, JSSC, and other state recruitment tests. Below is a comprehensive summary of key events from 7th August 2025, with exam relevance explained.
1. Maoist Commander with ₹15 Lakh Bounty Killed in Gumla
In a major security breakthrough, an area commander of the PLFI (People’s Liberation Front of India) was gunned down during an encounter with security forces in Gumla district.
- He had a reward of ₹15 lakh on his head.
- The incident underscores Jharkhand’s continued efforts to eliminate Left Wing Extremism.
- This encounter is a result of increased combing operations and intelligence efforts in insurgency-affected areas.
Exam Relevance:
- Internal security and extremism
- Left Wing Extremism in Jharkhand
- Role of state police and paramilitary forces
2. Jharkhand Paralympic Committee Gets National Recognition
The Paralympic Committee of Jharkhand (PCJ) has received official recognition from the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI).
- This is a landmark development for the state’s para-athletes.
- It will facilitate state-level events, national participation, and eligibility for central sports schemes.
- The move comes after successful junior para-athletics events held recently in Hotwar, Ranchi.
Exam Relevance:
- Sports development in Jharkhand
- Welfare for differently-abled persons
- Inclusive growth initiatives
3. 431 Casualties in 3 Months Due to Weather Disasters
Jharkhand has reported 431 deaths from May to August 2025 due to weather-related disasters:
- 180 deaths by lightning
- 161 by drowning
- 80 by snake bites
- 9 due to rain and 1 flood-related death
Crop Loss:
- ~2,390 hectares affected, especially in Ranchi, Gumla, Lohardaga, and Simdega
Housing Loss:
- 8,000 partially damaged kutcha houses
- 447 fully damaged
- 228 permanent homes affected
Government Action:
- ₹47 crore released in disaster aid (compared to ₹57 crore in 2024)
- ₹4 lakh compensation per deceased
- Enhanced lightning mitigation strategies being implemented
Exam Relevance:
- Disaster Management Act, 2005
- Role of NDMA, SDRF in disaster relief
- Lightning-prone zones in Jharkhand
4. Hazaribagh Village Still Without Electricity in 2025
In a shocking revelation, a tribal village in Hazaribagh district still lacks electricity and mobile network in 2025:
- Youth travel 6 km daily to access mobile network
- Locals charge phones using truck batteries on highways
- Indicates poor implementation of rural electrification schemes (like Saubhagya Yojana)
Exam Relevance:
- Rural development challenges
- Implementation of central schemes in tribal areas
- Role of Panchayati Raj and local governance
5. Dhanbad Mafia Ashish Ranjan Gunned Down in UP Encounter
The Uttar Pradesh STF killed wanted criminal Ashish Ranjan alias Chhotu Singh, a mafia don from Dhanbad, in an encounter near Prayagraj:
- Accused in multiple murders in Jharkhand
- Police recovered an AK-47 and 9mm pistol
- Case shows inter-state coordination between law enforcement agencies
Exam Relevance:
- Organized crime and mafia networks
- Coordination between state police forces
- Arms trafficking and security concerns
Summary Table: Key Affairs
| Topic | Highlights |
|---|---|
| Security | PLFI commander with ₹15 lakh bounty killed in Gumla |
| Sports & Inclusion | Paralympic Committee of Jharkhand gets PCI recognition |
| Disaster Impact | 431 lives lost in 3 months; crop and house damage due to monsoon |
| Rural Development | Hazaribagh village lacks electricity; people charge phones from trucks |
| Law & Order | Dhanbad mafia gunned down in UP encounter with AK-47 recovery |
How to Use This for Exams:
- Revise with a focus on issues-based approach: insurgency, natural disasters, inclusivity.
- Frame your mains answers using these real-life examples from Jharkhand.
- Useful for Essay, GS Paper II (Governance & Development), GS Paper III (Security & Disaster Management).