rural development department

Panchayati raj minister Rabi Narayan Naik inaugurated a Rs 149.39 crore mega drinking water project benefiting 100 villages in Nabarangpur district. The initiative aims to provide safe water access to 38,609 families. Naik also laid foundation stones for roads and bridges worth Rs 267.27 crore, underscoring the government's commitment to rural infrastructure development.

Jharkhand's forest department is pioneering a workshop to unlock carbon credit potential for government initiatives. Departments like rural development and forestry, already cutting emissions through schemes like Jan Van Yojana and Birsa Harit Gram Yojana, will now get a roadmap to monetize their efforts.

Hazaribag is poised to become India's premier pearl farming hub, with the fisheries department spearheading its development. Officials recently reviewed ongoing cultivation projects and training programs, emphasizing women's self-help groups and the formation of an all-women farmer producer organization. The initiative aims to boost rural livelihoods through modern techniques and direct market access.

In a significant show of solidarity, scores of employees from Assam's Regional Rural Bank gathered to demand job security and improved workplace conditions. They pointed out the pressing need for adequate staffing, as workloads have surged and essential service issues continue to be sidelined, especially concerning promotion policies which fall short compared to those in public sector banks.

Jharkhand's health department has partnered with Google LLC to integrate artificial intelligence into its healthcare system. This initiative aims to modernize hospitals, medical colleges, and rural health centers, ensuring high-quality, accessible, and efficient medical services for all citizens.