Maharashtra to create NITI Aayog-like state-level Institute. It will work on policies to improve agriculture, health, education, employment, environment, etc.
WOTR published “Watershed Stewardship in Rural India: A How-to Manual”, on how to save and better manage water resources, in the proper socio-economic situations and climate.
Jharkhand is the 3rd state in India to have a Food Security Atlas for its rural areas. It will be used to create policy, especially in areas of food accessibility, crop diversification, water resources and employment.
Rajasthan Government starts a new work-from-home scheme for women, with intent to employ 20,000 women in 6 months, for a budget of Rs. 100 crore.
Telangana increases reservation of Scheduled Tribes from 6% to 10%. The reservation increase is due to rising tribal population since Telangana was created.
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