Jharkhand Governor, Ramesh Bais, has completed his tour of the state’s 23 districts to inspect the condition of various central schemes, such as healthcare and education. There is expected to be more focus on these projects as the state government shifts its attention towards improving the lives of people living in rural areas.
Meanwhile, police officers in Deoghar will be deploying an impressive 8650 policemen to oversee the upcoming Shravani Mela, a popular fair that attracts thousands of devotees each year. The police force will be tasked with ensuring safety and maintaining social distancing during the event, which has undergone various adjustments to comply with COVID-19 regulations.
Jharkhand has also recently seen the transfer of Al Qaeda terrorist Abdul Sami from Tihar Jail in Delhi to Jamshedpur Jail. The move was made amid concerns of extremist aggression and to keep the prisoner closer to his homeground.
On a more positive note, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been conferred with the highest honour of Egypt, recognizing his role in enhancing India’s position in the world. The recognition comes amid Modi’s recent meetings with G7 leaders to disucss issues such as climate change and the pandemic.
Furthermore, Agniveer, a spiritual movement that promotes education and social justice, will be holding a recruitment rally from July 1-9 at Ranchi’s Morhabadi Maidan to encourage youth to join their cause. The group’s main aim is to create positive change through education and by challenging outdated traditions and superstitions.
Elsewhere, Home Minister Amit Shah has spoken with Assam’s Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, about ongoing floods in Assam and offered assistance, highlighting the government’s commitment to supporting affected areas.
News from West Bengal includes a derailment of two goods trains in Bankura, leading to a shutdown of local rail services, while Manipur has extended its internet ban until June 30.
Finally, renowned Water Man Rajendra Singh is set to visit Jharkhand for a three-day program to address water scarcity and associated issues in the area. Jharkhand has been plagued by water shortages and poor water quality for some time, so the visit is expected to be a welcome one.
Additionally, a Daltonganj schools entrance test has been canceled and rescheduled for July 2 to give students a fair chance to access quality education opportunities.
