Jharkhand’s cabinet powered through 27 approvals on Thursday, deferring two in a nod to caution during local elections, skipping the usual media debrief. Yet, the outcomes promise lasting change, especially for the state’s sporting champions.
Central to the agenda: A bold pension framework for medal hauls in top-tier events worldwide and nationally. Rs 20,000 awaits Olympic podium stars and Khel Ratna holders monthly. Asian Games, World Cups, SAFF successes command Rs 16,000, while National Games earners start at Rs 5,000. Every key competition counts, making this an inclusive safety net for victors.
This policy shift honors sacrifices on the field, securing futures and boosting sports infrastructure indirectly through motivation. It’s a fresh blueprint, meticulously tiered for fairness.
Put on hold: Relaxing age norms for 14th JPSC examinees, a carryover from August 2023. With earlier exams pegged to 2017 and demands for 2018, deliberations continue at the highest levels under CM Soren.
Elsewhere, C-DAC gains ground in departmental tech services for finance and projects in water-related sectors. Water Resources relinquishes 2,727 entry-level posts to Personnel. Faculty tweaks at Sido-Kanhu, Kolhan, and Vinoba Bhave universities aim for optimized staffing.
Navigating code of conduct hurdles, the cabinet’s vision shines through—elevating athletes, refining admin, and tech-enabling progress for a vibrant Jharkhand.