Archive · 25 May 2025
Jharkhand CM Demands Mining Dues, Seeks State Financial Aid
The Chief Minister of Jharkhand, Hemant Soren, went to a big meeting with the government to ask for money and help for his state.
He wants mining companies to pay money they owe.
He also wants special help for some districts and changes to laws about mining and how money is shared.
He explained how the state can use its resources to help its people.
He hopes these changes will make Jharkhand a better place to live and help it grow.
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren requested pending mining dues from companies, approximately Rs 1.40 lakh crore.
Soren sought special financial assistance for 16 districts facing developmental challenges.
He advocated for amending the Coal Bearing Areas Act of 1957 to address land return issues.
The CM proposed allowing mining companies to set up captive energy plants, using 30% of output within the state.
Soren requested increased revenue sharing and inclusion of cesses/surcharges in the divisible pool.
- Who
- Hemant Soren
- What
- Discussion of state dues, financial assistance, and revenue sharing
- When
- During the 10th Governing Council meeting of the NITI Aayog
- Where
- New Delhi
- Why
- To address developmental challenges and secure state funds
- Chief Minister
- Hemant Soren
- State
- Jharkhand
- Outstanding Dues
- Rs 1.40 lakh crore
- Districts Needing Assistance
- 16
- Event
- NITI Aayog Governing Council Meeting
