Current Affairs - State

Kerala has proposed the Nativity Card Bill to introduce a permanent photo identity card for individuals born in the state or those with Keralite ancestry. The proposed card aims to serve as authoritative proof of identity for accessing various state services, particularly amid concerns related to citizenship and documentation. The Bill also includes strict penalties for providing false information, including up to three months of imprisonment, a fine of ₹5,000, or both. It is set to be tabled in the State Assembly and is intended to streamline identification processes and strengthen administrative clarity within the state.

The 78th Zomi National Day was celebrated in Manipur, specifically in the Churachandpur district. The event highlighted the cultural unity, resilience, and identity of the Zomi community. During the celebration, Deputy Chief Minister Losi Dikho announced the development of a new turf ground funded by ONGC and assured continued support for the Zomi Council. The occasion also emphasised the importance of rehabilitating displaced persons as a crucial measure to restore peace and stability in the region. The celebration reflected the community’s commitment to preserving its heritage while working toward social harmony and progress.

The foundation stone of the 10th Police Battalion headquarters was laid in Assam, specifically in Kamrup district. The project includes modern infrastructure such as barracks for male and female personnel, residential and operational facilities, a hospital, training center, firing range, surveillance systems, and a sports complex. The development is part of broader efforts to strengthen internal security, curb infiltration, and enhance law and order. Alongside security initiatives, major development plans, including industrial investments and job creation, aim to transform the state into a leading industrial hub in eastern and North-Eastern India.

Bihar approved the construction of a major international airport at Sonepur in Saran district as part of a landmark infrastructure initiative. The project includes a 4,200-metre runway designed to handle wide-body aircraft such as the Airbus A380, enabling direct long-haul international flights. Spread over 4,228 acres, the airport aims to enhance connectivity in north Bihar and reduce congestion at Patna’s existing airport. With a land acquisition allocation of ₹1,302 crore and a completion target of 2030, the project is expected to boost trade, tourism, employment, and regional economic development significantly.

Assam approved a 3% reservation for tea tribes and Adivasi communities in Class I and Class II government jobs within the OBC quota. This decision expands reservation benefits beyond Grade III and IV posts to higher administrative and academic positions, including state civil services and professorships. The move aims to improve representation and social mobility for historically marginalized tea tribe and Adivasi populations who have significantly contributed to the state’s tea economy. Additionally, the cabinet expanded the Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyaan (MMUA) scheme to include over one lakh more women beneficiaries, strengthening women’s entrepreneurship and rural economic empowerment.