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India Gazette
5 hours ago
- Business
- India Gazette
Cabinet approves revised Jharia Master Plan for dealing with fire, subsidence and rehabilitation of affected families in Jharia Coalfield
New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the Revised Jharia Master Plan (JMP) for addressing issues related to fire, land subsidence, and the rehabilitation of affected families in the Jharia Coalfield. The total financial outlay for the implementation of the revised plan is Rs 5,940.47 crore,a release said. The phase wise approach shall ensure that handling of fire and subsidence and rehabilitation of the affected families will be done on priority basis from the most vulnerable sites. The revised JMP lays a much stronger emphasis on sustainable livelihood generation for families being resettled under the plan. Targeted skill development programmes are to be undertaken and income-generating opportunities will be created to ensure economic self-reliance of the rehabilitated families. Furthermore, a Livelihood Grant of Rs 1 Lakh and access to credit support of up to Rs 3 Lakh through an institutional credit pipeline will be extended to both Legal Title Holder (LTH) families and Non-Legal Title Holder (Non-LTH) families. In addition, comprehensive infrastructure and essential amenities--such as roads, electricity, water supply, sewerage, schools, hospitals, skill development centres, community halls, and other common facilities--are to be developed at the resettlement sites. These provisions will be implemented as per the recommendations of the Committee for Implementation of the Revised Jharia Master Plan, ensuring a holistic and humane rehabilitation approach. As part of the livelihood support measures, a dedicated Jharia Alternative Livelihoods Rehabilitation Fund is to be established to promote livelihood-related activities. Skill development initiatives will also be carried out in collaboration with Multi-Skill Development Institutes operating in the region. (ANI)
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Business Standard
8 hours ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Govt clears revised ₹5,940 crore plan for Jharia Coalfield rehabilitation
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a revised master plan to address the ongoing issues of fire, land subsidence, and the rehabilitation of affected families in the Jharia Coalfield. The total financial allocation for implementing the Revised Jharia Master Plan (JMP) is ₹5,940.47 crore. The plan prioritises a phased approach to tackle fire, subsidence, and rehabilitation of the affected families in the most vulnerable sites. As a part of the previous plan implemented in 2009, the Ministry of Coal managed to reduce the number of fire sites in the Jharia Coalfield from 77 to 27, resulting in a significant reduction of the affected surface area from 17.32 square kilometres to just 1.80 square kilometres. Livelihood support Key livelihood support measures in the revised plan include: A one-time Livelihood Grant of ₹1 lakh for both Legal Title Holder (LTH) and Non-Legal Title Holder (Non-LTH) families Access to credit support of up to ₹3 lakh through an institutional credit pipeline Establishment of a Jharia Alternative Livelihoods Rehabilitation Fund to promote livelihood-related activities Implementation of skill development programmes in collaboration with Multi Skill Development Institutes operating in the region Infrastructure and essential amenities at resettlement sites The plan also provides for the development of necessary infrastructure and services at resettlement sites: Roads, electricity, water supply, and sewerage systems Construction of schools, hospitals, skill development centres, community halls, and other common facilities The Jharia Coalfield fires The Jharia Coalfield, located in Jharkhand, is one of India's oldest and most important coal mining regions. It has been plagued for decades by underground coal seam fires and land subsidence, which have caused extensive environmental damage and displaced numerous families. According to previous reports and studies, fire in the coal seams has been burning since the early 20th century, making rehabilitation efforts a long-standing challenge. The Revised JMP aims to build on earlier efforts to manage these hazards while improving living conditions and livelihoods for the affected population.
Time of India
9 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Revised Jharia master plan gets Cabinet nod, Rs 5,940 crore outlay approved, livelihoods and resettlement prioritised
File photo (TOI) The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the Revised Jharia Master Plan (JMP) for dealing with fire, land subsidence, and rehabilitation of families affected by decades of underground coal fires in the Jharia coalfield of Jharkhand. The revised plan entails a total financial outlay of Rs 5,940.47 crore and will be implemented in a phased manner, with priority given to the most vulnerable sites. According to a government statement, the revised plan places stronger emphasis on sustainable livelihood generation. Families being resettled will receive targeted skill development training and access to income-generating opportunities to help ensure long-term economic stability. As part of the revised package, both Legal Title Holder (LTH) and Non-Legal Title Holder (Non-LTH) families will be eligible for a one-time Livelihood Grant of Rs 1 lakh and institutional credit support of up to Rs 3 lakh. The Cabinet also approved the development of comprehensive infrastructure and essential amenities at the resettlement sites. This includes roads, electricity, water supply, sewerage systems, schools, hospitals, skill development centres, community halls, and other facilities. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo These will be created in line with recommendations from the Committee for Implementation of the Revised Jharia Master Plan. To further promote livelihood opportunities, a dedicated Jharia Alternative Livelihoods Rehabilitation Fund will be set up. Skill development activities will also be undertaken in partnership with Multi Skill Development Institutes operating in the region, the statement added Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
