Current Affairs - State

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy of Telangana announced the establishment of a specialized help desk for overseas youth, particularly students, to ensure comprehensive support for their needs, addressing safety concerns among Telangana citizens residing abroad.

The 'Chief Minister Vayoshree Yojana' aims to benefit around 15 lakh senior citizens suffering from physical or mental disabilities in Maharashtra. This scheme reflects the government's commitment to addressing the needs of vulnerable members of society, particularly senior citizens above the age of 65.

The "Dhami against drugs campaign" was launched in Uttarakhand by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. This initiative, led by the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha Metropolitan Dehradun, reflects the state government's commitment to combat drug abuse and foster a drug-free society.

Uttarakhand is poised to become the first Indian state to adopt the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) after independence, as indicated by recent developments in the state's cabinet decisions.

India Energy Week 2024, the largest energy expo in India, is scheduled to be held in Goa from February 6 to 9, 2024. The event, inaugurated by the Prime Minister, aims to drive India's energy transition goals and is supported by the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, Government of India.