On 14 October 2025, the Jharkhand Cabinet chaired by Chief Minister Hemant Soren approved 24 key decisions to boost governance, welfare, sustainability, and inclusive growth. This crisp, visually engaging brief covers the Jharkhand Cabinet Decisions 2025 and their immediate impact.
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๐ Key Summary Table โ Jharkhand Cabinet Decisions 2025
| Decision Area | Action | Immediate Impact |
|---|---|---|
| ๐ฐ DA Hike | Raised from 55% to 58% (w.e.f. Jul 1, 2025) | Extra income for employees & pensioners |
| ๐ฒ Saranda Sanctuary | 314 sq km declared Wildlife Sanctuary | Conserves Asiaโs largest sal forest |
| ๐ณ๏ธ ULB Elections | Triple Test Formula for OBC reservation | Fair representation; stronger democracy |
| ๐ Police Fleet | 628 four-wheelers + 849 two-wheelers | Faster response, wider coverage |
| ๐ Health EMS | 207 ALS ambulances sanctioned | Improved emergency care access |
๐ Top 10 Decisions โ Brief, Clear Explanations
1๏ธโฃ DA Hike to 58% ๐ฐ
DA increased from 55% to 58% effective 1 July 2025 under the 7th CPC, giving direct financial relief to employees and pensioners.
2๏ธโฃ Saranda Wildlife Sanctuary ๐ฒ
Notification for 314 sq km sanctuary in West Singhbhum; protects elephant corridors, sal biodiversity and eco-services with scope for eco-tourism. Read More..
3๏ธโฃ ULB Elections with Triple Test ๐ณ๏ธ
Elections in 48 ULBs with data-driven Triple Test Formula to ensure constitutional OBC reservation within the 50% cap.
4๏ธโฃ Police Modernization ๐
Procurement of 628 four-wheelers and 849 two-wheelers with GPS and communication upgrades for better patrolling and emergency response.
5๏ธโฃ 207 Advanced Life Support Ambulances ๐
ALS ambulances with ventilators, defibrillators and trained EMTs target sub-20 minute response, linking 24×7 call centers to district hospitals.
6๏ธโฃ DMFT for Mining-Affected Areas โ๏ธ
Approval to utilize DMFT funds for roads, health, education, water and livelihood projects with transparent monitoring.
7๏ธโฃ Forest Rights Act Strengthening โ๏ธ
Steps to expedite FRA claims, community forest resource rights and protection from eviction for indigenous communities.
8๏ธโฃ Medical Education & Infrastructure ๐ฅ
Upgrades to government hospitals, a medical college expansion and enhanced diagnostics and ICU capacity.
9๏ธโฃ Education Infra & Quality ๐ซ
Classroom upgrades, digital labs, sanitation, hostels and teacher capacity building to improve outcomes.
๐ Jobs, Recruitment & Regularization ๐ผ
Fair recruitment drives, contractual regularization and workforce planning to reduce vacancies in departments.
๐งฉ Other Decisions (11โ24) โ Quick Bullets
- 11) Rural Roads & Bridges: Accelerated PMGSY/State packages to improve last-mile access.
- 12) Drinking Water: Piped water expansion and quality monitoring in fluoride/iron-affected blocks.
- 13) Irrigation: Canal repair, lift irrigation and micro-irrigation for smallholders.
- 14) Agriculture Support: Seeds, MSP awareness, storage and market linkages; focus on millet/pulses.
- 15) Skill & Startups: Cluster-based skilling and credit facilitation for youth entrepreneurs.
- 16) Women & Child Welfare: Nutrition, SHG strengthening and safety measures.
- 17) Tribal Hostels & Eklavya Schools: Facilities upgrade and scholarships.
- 18) Urban Sanitation: Solid waste MRFs, fecal sludge management and city beautification.
- 19) Renewable Energy: Rooftop solar in govt buildings; solar pumps for farmers.
- 20) Disaster Management: Early warning systems and district EOC upgrades.
- 21) E-Governance: Citizen service portals, online certificates and grievance timelines.
- 22) Tourism & Culture: Eco-tourism circuits, heritage conservation and festivals.
- 23) Law & Order Infrastructure: Forensics, cyber cells and beat policing tools.
- 24) Fiscal Management: Prudent capex pipeline and transparent procurement.
๐งญ Why These Jharkhand Cabinet Decisions 2025 Matter
From the DA hike to Saranda Sanctuary and OBC reservation in ULBs, the Jharkhand Cabinet Decisions 2025 will impact income, environment, healthcare, jobs and governance.
Featured image ALT: Jharkhand Cabinet Decisions 2025 โ Saranda Wildlife Sanctuary
