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Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
I-Day celebrated with patriotic fervour in state
1 2 Ranchi: Independence Day was celebrated with fervour all over the state on Friday. Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar unfurled the national flag at Morhabadi ground in Ranchi even as numerous functions were held by political parties, administration, judiciary, social organizations, schools and other institutions. Meanwhile, police were on the vigil, particularly in extremist-sensitive areas of the state, to prevent untoward incidents. A central reserve police force official stated, "Our personnel along with state police were carrying operations all over the state even though in many parts extremism has been eradicated." Addressing the I-day function, Gangwar said, "Jharkhand is a land of opportunities in fields of investment infrastructure, energy, innovation, education, health and sports. There is immense scope for tourism in the state. The number of foreign and domestic tourists has risen, which in turn has created employment opportunities." He stated that multi-faceted efforts are underway to improve livelihood of farmers adding solar- powered pump sets are being distributed at 90% subsidy while loans of around five lakh farmers, amounting to Rs 2,300 crore, have been waived off to provide them financial help. He stated that fishery is being specially promoted to increase farmer's income and provide employment to youths. Governor stated, "Unemployment is cause of several problems. The state govt is making efforts to reduce joblessness and stop immigration of people to other states for jobs. Vacant government posts are being filled up while youths are being trained and skilled to increase their employment opportunities." He said that Mukhyamatri Digital Health Yojna would be implemented in the next five years with the aim to modernize medical facilities from primary health centres to the medical colleges. He stated that a central radiology hub has been approved at district hospital Ranchi for X Ray, CT Scan, MRI and other services. Governor stated that improved law and order is necessary for development of any state adding it has been achieved with help of the society. He stated that this year 197 extremists were arrested while 10 surrendered before the police. He said that strict actions are being taken against terrorist activities, land mafias, illegal tree cutting and mining and organized crimes. He stated that education is basis of development adding that emphasis is being given on training of teachers as per needs of National Education Policy. He said that cycles are being distributed to stop drop out among scheduled tribes, scheduled castes, backward castes and the minorities. The Jharkhand Student Research and Innovation Policy is being implemented to promote innovation, he said. The Governor stated that a plan to establish 'gyan kendra' with library, computer , internet and competitive examination books in 2500 gram panchayats in under implementation in order to strengthen gram swaraj. Taking part in I-day function at Vidhan Sabha speaker Rabindranath Mahto stated, " We have to ensure that development is not limited to the towns. The campaigns related to farmers, tribals, small industries, women self-employment, education and health must reach every village." In a function held at police headquarter DGP Anuraag Gupta stated that during the first six months of the year police have arrested 12 members of organized crime groups, five of terrorists organization Hizb-ut-Tahirir, 484 accused of illegal drug sales and purchase cases and more than 700 cyber criminals. The national flags was also unfurled at offices of political parties including Congress, BJP and RJD, courts, Jharkhand State legal Service Authority, central public sector undertakings including Central Coalfields Limited and Central Mine Planning and Design Institute Limited, group centre Central Reserve Police Force and social organizations including Islami Markaz. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
News18
3 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Better law and order must for any states development: Jharkhand Guv Gangwar
Agency: PTI Last Updated: Ranchi, Aug 15 (PTI) Maintaining that better law and order is key for the development of any state, Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar on Friday said Jharkhand has waged a war against menaces like Naxalism and illegal drugs trade. The governor made the statement after hoisting the national flag at the 79th Independence Day function in Ranchi, in a departure from tradition. 'Stringent action is being taken against Naxalism, and as a result, 197 Naxalites were arrested, 17 killed, and 10 were forced to surrender," he said. Gangwar said the state government destroyed opium cultivation on thousands of acres in a severe jolt to the illegal drugs trade. Speaking on the state's welfare initiatives, he said the government has waived off farm loans worth Rs 2,300 crore, benefitting 5 lakh farmers. 'The government is committed to augmenting the state's infrastructure. Projects worth Rs 13,000 crore to build highways of 3,800 km are underway in the state," he said. Gangwar said the World Bank has applauded the state's Maiya Samman Yojna, under which 51 lakh women are getting Rs 2,500 as monthly assistance. As per established protocol, the chief minister hoists the tricolour at Morabadi in Ranchi, while the governor presides over the ceremony in Dumka, the sub-capital of the state. However, due to the death of JMM founder Shibu Soren, his son, Chief Minister Hemant Soren, is camping at his ancestral village of Nemra to perform the 'shradh' rituals. PTI NAM SOM view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
New Indian Express
6 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Independence Day celebration to be low-key affair in Jharkhand as a mark of respect to Shibu Soren
RANCHI: Independence Day celebrations will be a low-key affair this time in Jharkhand as a mark of respect to the late tribal icon and founding patron of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, Shibu Soren. Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar will unfurl the flag at Morabadi Maidaan in Ranchi, as Chief Minister Hemant Soren, supposed to unfurl the tri-colour, will have to perform the Shraddha-Karma of his father Shibu Soren. According to an official communique from the Chief Minister's Office, the Governor was given a proposal by the State Government to hoist the flag at Morhabadi on the occasion of Independence Day 2025, for which he has given his consent. 'Therefore, the Governor will hoist the flag at the State function of Independence Day organised at Morabadi. As per tradition, every year on Independence Day, the Governor hoists the flag in the sub-capital Dumka and the Chief Minister hoists the flag at Morabadi,' stated the official communique. In addition to that, the 'At Home Program' organised every year on the occasion of Independence Day at Raj Bhavan will also not be organised this year in honour of Dishom Guru Shibu Soren this year.
United News of India
7 days ago
- Politics
- United News of India
Governor to hoist tricolour at Morabadi; ‘At Home' cancelled in tribute to Shibu Soren
East Ranchi, Aug 11 (UNI) Jharkhand Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar will hoist the National Flag at the State-level Independence Day celebrations in Morabadi this year, departing from the customary practice of presiding over the ceremony in Dumka. The decision follows a proposal from the State Government, which the Governor has accepted. Traditionally, the Governor unfurls the flag in Dumka while the Chief Minister performs the honours in Morabadi. This year's change in venue for the Governor's participation marks a rare alteration in protocol. In a separate decision, Santosh Kumar Gangwar has called off the customary At Home reception hosted annually at Raj Bhavan on Independence Day. The move is intended as a mark of respect to the late Shibu Soren, former Chief Minister and revered leader of the Jharkhand movement, who passed away earlier this month. UNI XC BM More News NPF MLAs discuss fencing, FMR with Manipur Governor 11 Aug 2025 | 9:49 PM Imphal, Aug 11 (UNI) Four MLAs today called upon Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla at Raj Bhavan and discussed issues related to border areas. see more.. Chirag calls for accountability over Bihar's backwardness 11 Aug 2025 | 9:46 PM Patna, Aug 11 (UNI) Lashing out at political opponents and holding them responsible for Bihar's continued backwardness even 75 years after independence, Union Minister and Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) National President Chirag Paswan today said that the accountability for the backwardness should be fixed. see more.. Another Bangladeshi intruder arrested in Meghalaya 11 Aug 2025 | 9:43 PM Shillong, Aug 11 (UNI) Another Bangladeshi intruder who went into hiding after five of his gang members were nabbed by a joint team of Border Security Force (BSF) and Meghalaya Police in South West Khasi Hills district today, taking the total number of such arrest to six, an official said. see more.. Odisha: Rare, critical airway surgery restores breath in cancer survivor 11 Aug 2025 | 9:37 PM Bhubaneswar, Aug 11 (UNI) In a remarkable display of precision medicine and teamwork, doctors at Institute of Medical Sciences and SUM Hospital, Campus-2, at Phulnakhara successfully restored the airway of a 40-year-old cancer survivor who was struggling to breathe due to complete blockage in his right main bronchus. see more.. 11 Aug 2025 | 9:31 PM Guwahati , Aug 11 (UNI) Continuing it's ongoing eviction drives, the Assam Government has claimed to have clear illegal encroachment from over 50 acres of land at Negheribil in Golaghat district in last three days. see more..
Time of India
7 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Gangwar to hoist Tricolour at I-Day event in Ranchi: Raj Bhavan
Ranchi: Contrary to the existing practice, Jharkhand governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar will unfurl the Tricolour during the official Independence Day programme at Ranchi's Morabadi ground on August 15 as chief minister is currently busy with his father Shibu Soren's last rite rituals in the family's native Nemra village in Ramgarh. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now As per practice, the CM hoists the flag in Ranchi on I-day while governor does so in the state's sub capital — Dumka. However, the CM has requested the governor to lead the I-Day programme this year, to Raj Bhavan has formally consented on Monday. "Governor, Santosh Kumar Gangwar, was invited by the state govt to hoist the flag at Morabadi on Independence Day 2025, and he has accepted the invitation. Therefore, this year, the governor will hoist the flag at the state ceremony held in Morabadi on Independence Day," read a communique from Raj Bhavan. Additionally, the governor has also announced to cancel this year's "At Home" event at Raj Bhavan this year, usually organised annually on the occasion of Independence Day, to honour Shibu Soren to breathed his last on August 4, it added. Hemant and his family has been camping in Nemra since his father's death.
