Current Affairs - State

Operation Milap was a special statewide initiative launched by the Gujarat Police on 7 May 2026 to trace missing persons and reunite them with their families. Through a combination of technology, field investigations, digital intelligence, and interstate coordination, the operation successfully traced 1,470 individuals within a month. The initiative focused particularly on vulnerable groups such as women and children, while also reviewing long-pending missing person cases. Surat City Police recorded the highest number of recoveries. The campaign highlighted citizen-centric policing, strengthened public trust in law enforcement, and demonstrated the effective use of modern investigative techniques in ensuring public safety and family reunification.

Tamil Nadu launched the Singappen Special Force as a dedicated initiative to improve the safety and security of women and children across the state. The force was inaugurated by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay at Rajarathinam Stadium in Chennai in the presence of Director General of Police Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal. The specialised unit is tasked with monitoring and patrolling public places, identifying vulnerable locations, preventing harassment, and increasing police visibility. The initiative aims to create a safer environment through proactive policing and community participation, ultimately fostering a women and child-friendly society while strengthening public confidence in law enforcement.

Haryana signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with CSIR-Central Road Research Institute (CSIR-CRRI) on June 8, 2026, to implement the CAQM framework aimed at reducing urban road dust and promoting sustainable infrastructure development. The initiative focuses on the National Capital Region (NCR), where road dust is a major contributor to particulate air pollution. The project includes developing road space standards, adopting greening measures, integrating Road Asset Management Systems (RAMS), and using innovative technologies for sustainable road construction. The collaboration involves CSIR-CRRI, the School of Planning and Architecture (SPA), New Delhi, under the guidance of the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM).

Himachal Pradesh signed an MoU with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on June 5, 2026, to advance climate-resilient and sustainable development initiatives. The collaboration focuses on implementing circular economy practices, improving waste management systems, adopting electric mobility solutions for waste collection, and carrying out landscape restoration and ecosystem-based adaptation projects. The state also launched the Safai Mitra Scheme under Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu to support the socio-economic welfare and safety of informal waste management workers. Himachal Pradesh, formed in 1971, is known for its ecological significance and rich natural heritage.

Andhra Pradesh launched the Yogandhra 2026 campaign on June 7, 2026, as a statewide initiative to encourage yoga, fitness, and healthy living among citizens. The campaign is designed as a 14-day programme that concludes on June 21, 2026, coinciding with the International Day of Yoga. A major highlight of the initiative is its ambitious target of engaging 1 crore people through yoga sessions, awareness drives, and community activities. The grand finale is scheduled to take place in Amaravati. The programme reflects the state's commitment to promoting preventive healthcare and increasing public participation in wellness-oriented activities.