Thursday’s cabinet session in Ranchi delivered game-changing news for Jharkhand’s aspiring female engineers and professionals: the Manki Munda Scholarship is now available across all teaching institutions. Cabinet Secretary Vandana Dadel confirmed the rule changes, evolving the program from Ranchi Polytechnic exclusivity to statewide coverage with simplified applications.
This expansion addresses financial barriers, promoting higher female participation in technical education. The 40-item agenda also overhauled child care leave for women—full pay initially, tapering to 80%—enhancing work-life balance.
MLAs secure officer-level medical aid, Rs 88 crore funds Godda polytechnic for women, Sarath school elevates to degree college. Ranchi Women’s College hostel relocates to Morabadi, NCC cadets’ meals upgraded, and hotel tourist taxes introduced for tourism revenue.
Driving training boosted by Rs 22 crore state outlay plus central support, Netrahath faculty awarded 20% bonus pay. New rules tackle government employee issues swiftly, clarify university reservations, rename Daltenganj to Medininagar officially.
Outsourced census staffing, extended Redbird contracts, judge retirements ratified, and standardized procurement safeguards approved. Jharkhand’s cabinet demonstrates visionary leadership, driving education equity and sectoral growth.