Current Affairs - State

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.

Andhra Pradesh launched an innovative pilot project on June 7, 2026, to improve neonatal healthcare through AI-powered smartphone video technology. Developed by Wadhwani AI under the 'Shishu Maapan' application, the system estimates newborn weight and body measurements without physical contact. The technology can record important health parameters such as height, weight, head circumference, chest circumference, and arm measurements. Integrated into the mobile application already used by Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs), the pilot project focuses on creating a database of 1,000 newborns across Urban Health Centres (UHCs) and Primary Health Centres (PHCs) in the Mangalagiri constituency, enhancing early child health monitoring and intervention.

Kerala launched a comprehensive 100-day action plan to address the growing challenge of human-animal conflict. The initiative includes the construction of new solar fencing, deployment of drone squads, AI-enabled warning systems, and the establishment of additional Rapid Response Teams. The plan also introduces reforms such as enhanced compensation for victims and faster claim processing through a single-window system. Wildlife management measures include monitoring animal movement, controlling invasive species, and conducting studies on forest carrying capacity. These steps aim to improve public safety, protect wildlife habitats, and create a more effective system for managing interactions between humans and wild animals.