Current Affairs - State

The pellet plant and the K2 Bio-Ethanol plant were inaugurated in Rewari, Haryana, marking a significant step toward sustainable environmental practices in the region. The pellet plant aims to produce 240 tonnes of biomass pellets per day using stubble, helping reduce the issue of crop residue burning. By converting agricultural waste into ethanol and biomass pellets, the project supports India’s E20 Mission and long-term Net Zero 2070 commitments. Such initiatives not only promote cleaner energy alternatives but also create local economic opportunities while addressing environmental challenges linked to air pollution and waste management.

The first-ever Ramakrishna Mission College in Northeast India was inaugurated in Meghalaya, marking an important step toward strengthening educational infrastructure in the region. The inauguration by the state’s Chief Minister highlights Meghalaya’s commitment to expanding academic opportunities and improving access to quality higher education. Establishing such an institution in Nongthymmai, Mawsmai, Sohra not only supports local students but also contributes to the broader goal of uplifting educational standards across the Northeast. This initiative reflects a growing focus on inclusive development, skill enhancement, and empowering youth through modern academic facilities rooted in the values and service ethos of the Ramakrishna Mission.

The Punjab State Scheduled Castes Commission has taken a landmark step by inaugurating India’s first dedicated courtroom exclusively for Scheduled Caste-related cases. This initiative aims to streamline hearings and reduce delays that disproportionately affect marginalised communities seeking justice. By creating a specialised space equipped with modern infrastructure, the Commission enhances both efficiency and accessibility. The move also reflects Punjab’s commitment to social equity, as it plans to introduce an Online Court System to support virtual appearances, minimizing travel barriers for rural and remote complainants. This reform sets an important precedent for other states to strengthen SC grievance-redressal mechanisms.

The directive came from the High Court of Jharkhand, which instructed the state government to ensure the installation of CCTV cameras across all police stations. This move aims to improve transparency, accountability, and monitoring within law enforcement facilities. The court also emphasized timely execution by directing officers to complete the detailed project report and initiate the tendering process by December 31. Such measures are often taken to strengthen institutional practices, enhance public trust, and ensure that modern surveillance infrastructure supports fair and lawful policing procedures throughout the state.

Odisha earned significant international recognition when its Puri and Sunapur beaches once again secured the prestigious Blue Flag certification for 2025–26. This achievement reflects the state’s commitment to maintaining high environmental standards, clean coastlines, and sustainable tourism practices. Both beaches have consistently demonstrated excellence through strict waste-management systems, water-quality monitoring, eco-education initiatives, and community participation. Puri Golden Beach has earned this certification multiple times, while Sunapur Beach continues to strengthen its reputation for conservation-oriented development. These recognitions reinforce Odisha’s growing leadership in eco-friendly tourism and showcase India’s broader efforts to promote sustainable coastal destinations.