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GOVERNMENT POLICIES AND SCHEMES - January 2019

Jan 2019

Jul 04, 2026

Delhi Launches Delhi Next Civic-Tech Innovation Programme

Delhi launched the Delhi Next – Code, Create and Change civic‑tech innovation programme on 2 July 2026 to pilot 60 technology‑driven urban projects. The initiative brings together students, start-ups, researchers, and government departments to tackle traffic management, waterlogging, waste, digital governance, and citizen grievance redressal. The programme registered over 2.5 lakh participants and shortlisted 1,000 teams for the live demonstrations before the Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. The aim is to improve municipal services through digital tools and data‑driven solutions, with mentorship and pilot testing supported by department guidance and potential integration into government processes.

Launch date: 2 July 2026; city: Delhi (NCT).
60 civic-tech projects to be piloted across urban sectors.
Over 2.5 lakh participants; 1,000 shortlisted teams; 60 selected for live demos.
Focus areas include traffic, waterlogging, waste, air, digital governance, and grievance redressal.
Mentorship and government integration planned for selected teams.

Canada Cuts Super Visa Processing Time for Indians

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) reduced the Super Visa processing time for Indian applicants to 50 days as of 3 July 2026, down from 66 days. The 50‑day timeline remains within the service standard of 112 days for Super Visa applications. The Super Visa allows parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens and permanent residents multiple entries for extended stays, and it is distinct from a regular visitor visa. Other timelines show Indian study permit processing at five weeks (as of 2 July 2026) and visitor visas at 21 days (as of 3 July 2026). IRCC administers immigration and citizenship matters in Canada.

IRCC reduced Indian Super Visa processing to 50 days as of 3 July 2026.
Previous processing time was 66 days; service standard is 112 days.
Super Visa enables multiple-entry long stays for parents/grandparents of Canadians.
Study permit processing for Indian applicants: five weeks (as of 2 July 2026).
Visitor visa processing time for Indians: 21 days (as of 3 July 2026).
IRCC is the federal department handling immigration and citizenship.

Jul 03, 2026

Odisha cabinet clears deep sea fishing mission worth over Rs 2,000 crore

The Odisha government approved a deep sea fishing mission with an outlay exceeding Rs 2,000 crore, aiming to transform the state into a leading marine export hub. The flagship project from the Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Department seeks to unlock offshore fisheries potential, modernise infrastructure, boost seafood exports and improve livelihoods for fishing communities. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi chaired the cabinet meeting, with Chief Secretary Anu Garg outlining the plan. The mission aligns with blue economy goals and positions Odisha as a key player in India’s maritime economy.

Cabinet approves deep sea fishing mission > Rs 2,000 crore
Aims to boost blue economy and exports
Modernisation of fisheries infrastructure
Improves livelihoods of fishing communities
Chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi

ASSOCHAM Electric Mobility Conference highlights policy roadmap

New Delhi hosted the National Conference on Electric Mobility on 2 July 2026, titled Electric Mobility: Building India an Electric Mobility Hub for Viksit Bharat. Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav attended as Chief Guest. Discussions covered policy continuity, charging infrastructure, and localisation of manufacturing within India’s EV ecosystem. The Delhi EV Policy 2.0 was cited as a model for other states, along with the national vision Viksit Bharat 2047. Emphasis was placed on a circular economy and support for MSMEs. ASSOCHAM outlined a plan to work with ministries through 20 sector councils under its ASSOCHAM 2.0 initiative.

Conference held on 2 July 2026 in New Delhi
Delhi EV Policy 2.0 cited as model
Focus on charging infra, local manufacturing, MSMEs
Viksit Bharat 2047 and circular economy themes
ASSOCHAM to coordinate via 20 sector councils

Jul 02, 2026

29th National Conference on E-Governance Held in Jaipur

The 29th National Conference on e‑Governance 2026 took place in Jaipur, Rajasthan, in July 2026 at the Rajasthan International Centre. The event was jointly organized by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, and the Government of Rajasthan. Delegates discussed digital governance, citizen‑centric services, data governance, and policy implementation. Attendees included government officials, industry partners, and researchers exploring best practices for smart cities and online service delivery. The conference served as a platform to exchange ideas and showcase ongoing e‑governance projects with a focus on scalability and inclusive public service in India.

29th edition of the National Conference on e‑Governance held in Jaipur in July 2026.
Co‑organized by DoPRG, MeitY, and Government of Rajasthan.
Topics include digital governance and citizen services.
Participants from government, industry, and academia.

Common Incubation Centre Inaugurated at Parbhani for Food Tech

In Parbhani, Maharashtra, Union Minister for Food Processing Industries Chirag Paswan inaugurated a Common Incubation Centre at the College of Food Technology, Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth. The facility will assist food processing units through training, product development, and quality testing services. It aims to help local entrepreneurs scale operations, access testing laboratories, and link with markets. The centre supports rural and regional manufacturing by building capabilities in nutrition, shelf‑life, and regulatory compliance. Officials described the centre as a model for district‑level industry support and a step toward enhancing regional food value chains.

Centre inaugurated at the College of Food Technology, Parbhani.
Services include training, product development, and quality testing.
Aims to assist rural food processing units and link to markets.
Part of Maharashtra’s rural manufacturing push.

Amit Shah Launches FCRA 2.0 Portal and e-OCI Card

Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the FCRA 2.0 Portal along with the Electronic Overseas Citizen of India Card in New Delhi. The FCRA 2.0 Portal aims to simplify online compliance for foreign contributions to organisations, enhancing transparency and monitoring. The e‑OCI Card enables Overseas Citizens of India to complete the application and renewal process digitally, reducing paperwork and processing time. The initiative forms part of a wider effort to modernize governance and ease administrative procedures for citizens living abroad. Officials highlighted improved user experience and traceability for compliance with foreign funding rules.

FCRA 2.0 Portal launched in New Delhi to simplify compliance.
e‑OCI Card enables digital OCI applications and renewals.
Aims to modernize governance and improve user experience.
Enhances transparency in foreign contributions.

Jul 01, 2026

Maharashtra to pursue India's first offshore airport; detailed project report ordered

India plans its first offshore airport off the Maharashtra coast. The state government has ordered preparation of a detailed project report to assess feasibility, environmental impact, and engineering options. The airport is proposed on reclaimed land or an artificial island at sea, modeled on international schemes in Japan, Hong Kong, and South Korea. Site selection will consider coastal connectivity, navigation safety, and ecosystem effects. If the project progresses, it could bolster maritime trade, tourism, and western India's infrastructure. A final location and construction timeline have not been announced as of 1 July 2026. Public consultation and clearances would be required before any construction decision.

Offshore airport planned off Maharashtra coast
Detailed project report ordered by state government
Possible site on reclaimed land or artificial island
Modelled after Japan, Hong Kong, and South Korea
No location or timeline announced yet
Environmental clearances and public consultation expected

Jun 30, 2026

PM Family Care Tracker Pilot Launched in Gandhinagar to Improve Welfare Delivery

The PM Family Care Tracker (PM-FCT) pilot project was inaugurated in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, on 28 June 2026 by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The digital platform aims to create a unique ID for pregnant women, mothers and children, linking health, nutrition and education indicators across schemes. It integrates data from multiple government programs to identify gaps and ensure timely welfare benefits reach every eligible beneficiary. The system connects to Birth Registration Numbers or ABHA IDs and is expected to support vaccination, nutrition and school enrollment oversight. Health passports for children were also showcased during the launch.

Launch date and venue: 28 June 2026, Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Purpose: unique digital ID for pregnant women, mothers and children
Functions: track health, nutrition, education indicators
Data integration: links multiple welfare schemes for timely benefits
Identification links: Birth Registration Number or ABHA ID
Additional activity: health passports for children and polio-related demonstrations

PM-Family Care Tracker Launched in Gandhinagar as National Welfare Initiative

Web coverage confirms the PM Family Care Tracker was inaugurated in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, on 28 June 2026. The platform constructs a unique ID for children linked to birth records or ABHA IDs to monitor health, nutrition and education indicators from pregnancy through age 18. It integrates data from multiple schemes, generates alerts for timely intervention, and aims to ensure that no eligible beneficiary misses welfare benefits. The launch included polio vaccination activities and a public display of child health passports, underscoring the public administration emphasis on targeted delivery of schemes.

Date: 28 June 2026, Gandhinagar
Purpose: unique child ID linked to birth records/ABHA
Functions: monitor health, nutrition, education through 18 years
Data integration: multiple welfare schemes
Outcomes: alerts and improved benefit delivery
Public events: polio-related activities and health passports

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