Current Affairs - State

Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik of Odisha increased the monthly pension under the Madhu Babu Pension Yojana (MBPY) by Rs 500 for 36.75 lakh beneficiaries, effective February. This move aims to provide relief and support to the beneficiaries of social security schemes in the state.

The Prime Minister inaugurated projects worth Rs. 7300 crores in Jhabua, Madhya Pradesh, focusing on the development of tribal communities. These projects encompass various sectors such as water supply, education, and road infrastructure, aiming to uplift marginalized communities in the region.

Two MoUs were signed in Himachal Pradesh to boost voter awareness. One was between the Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Department and the Election Department, while the other was between the Social Justice and Empowerment Department and the Election Department.

Sikkim's Chief Minister, Prem Singh Tamang, reinstated the Old Pension Scheme for state government employees appointed after April 1, 2006. This move, announced during the State Level Temporary Employees’ Convention, demonstrates the government's dedication to the financial security and welfare of its workforce, setting a significant precedent in the Northeast region.

The Construction Skill Training Centre was inaugurated in Assam, as part of a collaborative effort between the Assam government and Larsen & Toubro (L&T). This initiative aims to combat unemployment by providing youth with comprehensive training opportunities in the construction sector.