Current Affairs - State

The Bhoramdev Corridor Project is associated with the development of the Bhoramdev Temple area, a major heritage and pilgrimage site often referred to as the “Khajuraho of Chhattisgarh.” The project was inaugurated at Bhoramdev Dham in Kabirdham district and is being developed under the Swadesh Darshan Scheme 2.0. With an estimated cost of ₹146 crore, the initiative aims to enhance tourism infrastructure, promote cultural heritage, and support socio-economic growth in the surrounding region, strengthening the state’s position on the religious tourism map of India.

Assam launched a financial assistance scheme to support Udasin Bhakats, offering ₹1,500 per month to celibate Vaishnavite monks. The scheme applies to bhakats associated with Udasin Satras, which are key monastic centres of Assam’s Vaishnavite tradition. Announced in the state budget, the initiative aims to provide financial security to around 620 eligible monks across different districts of Assam. The government has also kept provisions to include any left-out eligible Udasin Bhakats, reflecting Assam’s commitment to preserving its cultural and religious heritage while extending welfare support.

Assam has taken a pioneering step in government pay reforms by becoming the first state in India to set up its 8th State Pay Commission before the conclusion of the 7th Pay Commission’s term on January 1, 2026. This early constitution reflects the state government’s intent to expedite the process of revising salaries, allowances, and pensions for its employees and pensioners. The decision provides early clarity and potential financial planning benefits to beneficiaries. By moving ahead of other states, Assam has positioned itself at the forefront of administrative reforms related to public sector compensation.

Gujarat has taken a proactive step to strengthen cyber security in its energy sector by forming dedicated institutional mechanisms. The state government constituted an 11-member Core Committee and a 19-member Task Force to safeguard critical energy infrastructure such as smart grids, SCADA systems, and power supply networks. With increasing digitalisation of power systems and the need for uninterrupted 24×7 electricity, cyber risks have become a major concern. The initiative focuses on policy review, preparedness assessment, cyber drills, training programmes, and long-term capacity building to ensure resilience against cyber threats targeting vital power infrastructure.

The state of Goa will create its third district by carving out four talukas—Sanguem, Dharbandora, Quepem, and Canacona—from South Goa. The new district will have its headquarters at Quepem, aiming to enhance administrative efficiency and improve governance for hinterland and semi-rural areas. This decision aligns with NITI Aayog’s recommendations for smaller districts and the Aspirational District Programme, ensuring better delivery of public services and developmental benefits. By reducing administrative distances and focusing on regional growth, Goa seeks to strengthen infrastructure, health, education, and financial inclusion in its southern and interior regions.