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GOVERNMENT POLICIES AND SCHEMES - October 2024

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Nov 01, 2026

PRAGATI Robotics Park to Be Established in Greater Noida

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet approved the establishment of PRAGATI Robotics Park in Greater Noida, part of the state's strategy to boost high‑tech manufacturing. Spanning 69.52 acres in Gautam Buddha Nagar district, the project will drive development in robotics, artificial intelligence and related advanced technologies. The park will be developed in two zones: an eight‑acre zone under a Public‑Private Partnership model and a 61.52‑acre zone funded through private investment. Officials expect the park to attract investment, generate skilled jobs and strengthen UP’s profile as a hub for innovation and technology‑driven industries. Construction timelines and operators will be announced later by the state government.

UP Cabinet approved PRAGATI Robotics Park in Greater Noida.
Total area: 69.52 acres; located in Gautam Buddha Nagar district.
Two zones: 8 acres PPP, 61.52 acres private investment.
Focus: robotics, AI and advanced technologies.
Expected outcomes: investment, employment, innovation hub for UP.

Suresh N. Patel Appointed Chairman of Banking Committee for Viksit Bharat

The Government of India constituted the High Level Committee on Banking for Viksit Bharat on 30 October 2026, with former Central Vigilance Commissioner Suresh N. Patel as chairman. The panel includes RBI Deputy Governor Shirish Chandra Murmu, Padmaja Chunduru (former MD & CEO, Indian Bank), and N. S. Vishwanathan (former RBI Deputy Governor). The Jt Secretary (Banking) will serve as Member Secretary. The committee will examine structural, regulatory and legislative reforms to strengthen India’s banking sector toward the Viksit Bharat 2047 objective. It has a six‑month tenure to deliver a reform roadmap covering banks, RRBs, co‑operatives and NBFCs.

Formation date: 30 October 2026.
Chair: Suresh N. Patel; other senior members listed.
Tenure: six months; deliver reform roadmap.
Scope: banks, Regional Rural Banks, cooperative banks, NBFCs.
Key focus: global competitiveness, financial inclusion, resilience.
Joint Secretary (Banking) as Member Secretary.

Oct 30, 2026

Union Jal Shakti Minister Launches Punah Bharan Mobile Application

On 28 October 2026, Union Jal Shakti Minister C. R. Patil launched the Punah Bharan Mobile Application to promote scientific groundwater recharge planning in India. The app was developed by BISAG‑N in collaboration with the National Water Mission under the Ministry of Jal Shakti. It helps users identify potential artificial groundwater recharge zones within a 3‑kilometre radius and recommends suitable recharge structures. The associated web portal provides village‑level maps, GIS tools and groundwater‑related data. The initiative aims to improve groundwater conservation and promote sustainable water resource management by empowering citizens and local authorities with data‑driven planning across rural districts and towns today.

Launch date: 28 October 2026
Minister: C. R. Patil; project led by BISAG‑N and National Water Mission
App identifies recharge zones within 3 km; suggests recharge structures
Web portal with village maps and GIS tools
Goal: enhance groundwater conservation and sustainable planning

Oct 29, 2026

India-France Sign MoU Under Gyan Bharatam Mission

In October 2026, India’s Ministry of Culture signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF) in Paris under the Gyan Bharatam Mission. Culture Secretary Vivek Aggarwal and BnF President Gilles Pécout signed the agreement. The collaboration focuses on manuscript digitisation, digital repository sharing, technology exchange, conservation, and research to preserve India’s manuscript heritage. The agreement supports digitisation efforts, enhances access to cultural resources, and promotes research and education. It underscores India's commitment to safeguarding its archival legacy while fostering scholarly exchange with international partners.

MoU signed with BnF under Gyan Bharatam Mission
Key signatories: Vivek Aggarwal and Gilles Pécout
Focus on digitisation and digital repositories
Conservation, technology exchange, and research emphasis
Strengthens international cultural collaboration

Oct 27, 2026

Maharashtra Launches Mission Murghas to Address Fodder Shortages

The Maharashtra government launched Mission Murghas in October 2026 to address drought-related fodder shortages affecting livestock farmers. The initiative focuses on increasing the production and distribution of silage, a fermented and preserved fodder used to feed cattle and other livestock during dry periods. The scheme supports dairy farming and livelihoods by improving fodder availability and stabilizing animal health. It complements the state's Fodder Development Policy by expanding access to fodder resources, reducing cattle distress, and sustaining rural economies amid climatic stress. Officials say Mission Murghas aligns with broader agricultural resilience and water conservation efforts.

Mission Murghas launched in Oct 2026 to tackle fodder shortages.
Focus on silage production and distribution for livestock feed.
Supports dairy farming and rural livelihoods in Maharashtra.
Pairs with the Fodder Development Policy for enhanced access.
Part of broader climate resilience and water conservation efforts.

Oct 26, 2026

PM Modi inaugurates RBI data centre and cybersecurity institute in Odisha

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Reserve Bank of India’s Data Centre and Cybersecurity Training Institute in Odisha on 25 October 2026. The facility is located at Jatni in Khordha district near Bhubaneswar. It aims to strengthen India's digital financial infrastructure, enhance cybersecurity, and improve banking-system resilience. The data centre will support RBI operations continuity and better protect the financial sector from cyber threats. The training institute will equip public and private sector staff with skills in cyber defense, data management, and incident response. The event underscores ongoing efforts to modernize financial services and safeguard digital payments nationwide.

Date of inauguration: 25 October 2026
Location: Jatni, Khordha district, Odisha
Purpose: strengthen digital infrastructure and cybersecurity
Impact: RBI operations continuity and financial resilience
Training: Institute for cyber defense and data management
Policy signal: Modi government’s digital safeguard agenda

Ladakh becomes India's first fully organic Union Territory

Ladakh was declared India's first 100% organic Union Territory on 25 October 2026 by Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena. The move followed years of policy work to phase out chemical fertilizers and promote organic farming in Leh and Kargil. Officials say the initiative will improve soil health, protect the fragile Himalayan environment, and support sustainable farming practices. Individual farmer certification is expected to follow, enabling broader adoption. The declaration aligns with national climate and sustainable agriculture goals, with potential benefits to local livelihoods and tourism. The policy will require monitoring of inputs and capacity-building programs for farmers.

Date of declaration: 25 October 2026
Authority: Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena
Status: 100% organic Union Territory
Areas covered: Leh and Kargil
Intent: soil health, environmental protection, sustainability
Next steps: farmer certification program

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