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GOVERNMENT POLICIES AND SCHEMES - June 2025

Jun 2025

Jan 07, 2026

Delhi Government signs MoU with RBI to join RBI framework

In a key governance move, the Delhi Government signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Reserve Bank of India to bring Delhi under the RBI banking, cash management, and debt framework. The RBI will act as banker, debt manager, and financial agent for the capital, enabling market borrowings through State Development Loans and professional cash management. The agreement is designed to ensure lower-cost liquidity, efficient surplus cash management, and enhanced financial stability within the national capital. The MoU aligns Delhi with central government and RBI guidelines, supporting public projects and cash flow planning. The development follows ongoing fiscal governance reforms at the state level.

Delhi RBI framework: RBI to act as banker, debt manager, financial agent
Effective cash management and market borrowings via State Development Loans
Professional surplus cash management and access to low-cost liquidity
MoU aligns with central government and RBI Act provisions
Aimed at improving efficiency in Delhi’s public finances

Jan 06, 2026

MoSPI unveils new logo and mascot Sankhyiki

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) launched a new logo and official mascot, Sankhyiki, in New Delhi during January. The initiative aims to modernise the ministry’s institutional identity and improve public outreach. The central theme is Data for Development, highlighting the role of reliable statistics in governance. Officials intend to present statistics not only as numbers but as tools guiding growth and public welfare. The move seeks to enhance accessibility, transparency, and public engagement with official data, strengthening accountability and evidence-based policymaking across government, researchers, and citizens.

MoSPI introduced new logo and mascot Sankhyiki in January.
Theme: Data for Development to modernise identity.
Aim to improve public outreach and data accessibility.
Emphasises data-driven governance and accountability.
Targets better engagement with citizens, researchers, and policymakers.
Part of wider efforts to modernise government data presentation.

PRB holds first meeting of Payments Regulatory Board

The Payments Regulatory Board (PRB) held its first meeting in Mumbai during January 2026 under the chairmanship of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra. The board was formed after amendments to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, which came into effect on 9 May 2025. The meeting reviewed the functioning of the Department of Payment and Settlement Systems and discussed priorities for both domestic and global payment systems. Members examined the draft Payments Vision 2028 and reviewed findings of the RBI’s Survey on Digital Payments. The board is expected to set policy directions for the evolving payments landscape in India.

PRB established after 9 May 2025 amendments to the PSS Act 2007.
First PRB meeting held in Mumbai, January 2026.
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra chaired the session.
Review of the Department of Payment and Settlement Systems.
Discussion of Payments Vision 2028 and digital payments survey results.
Plans for subsequent PRB meetings and policy guidance.

MoTA signs MoU with ONGC to strengthen EMRS capacity

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) to support capacity building and infrastructure for Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS). Under the agreement, ONGC commits ₹28 crore for strengthening EMRS across disciplines, facilitating improved education for tribal students. Officials stated the funding will be deployed across programs to enhance learning outcomes, teacher training, and school facilities. The collaboration highlights government efforts to uplift tribal education through corporate social responsibility and public-private partnership frameworks, reinforcing the priority placed on inclusive education and regional development.

MoTA and ONGC sign MoU to support EMRS capacity building.
ONGC commits ₹28 crore for EMRS initiatives.
Funding targets education quality, teacher training, facilities.
Part of CSR and public-private partnership strategies.
Aims to improve learning outcomes for tribal students.
Strengthens focus on inclusive education and regional development.

Jan 05, 2026

Assam unveils welfare scheme for Udasin Bhakats at Satras

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched a welfare scheme for Udasin Bhakats residing in the state's historic satras. Under the initiative, each monk will receive Rs 1,500 monthly. The Chief Minister's Office stated that at least 620 Udasin Bhakats across recognised satras will benefit from the scheme, honoring the monks for their role in preserving Assam's spiritual and cultural legacy. The policy signals increased attention to traditional monastic communities and the preservation of regional heritage as part of broader social welfare efforts.

Monthly assistance: Rs 1,500 per Udasin Bhakat
Beneficiaries: at least 620 monks across recognised satras
Purpose: preserve spiritual and cultural heritage
Policy demonstrates welfare focus on traditional communities

Delhi introduces QR codes on road signage for transparency

The Public Works Department (PWD) of Delhi issued guidelines on January 1, 2026 mandating QR codes on all new road signages. The code, printed on the bottom-right corner, must disclose details such as the manufacturer’s name, manufacturing date, material used, reflective sheeting code, and warranty information. Compliance is required in the tendering process for contractors. QR codes will be linked to the PWD Sewa mobile app, enabling citizens to report issues by scanning the code. This move aims to standardize signage, improve visibility, and enhance accountability in Delhi's road infrastructure.

QR codes mandatory on all new road signs
Details to be included: manufacturer, date, material, reflectivity, warranty
Compliance integrated into tendering
Codes linked to PWD Sewa app
Citizens can report sign-related issues via scan

Jan 04, 2026

Gujarat sets up cyber security panels to protect energy infrastructure

Gujarat has formed dedicated cyber security bodies to guard its energy infrastructure. An 11-member Core Committee and a 19-member Task Force will review preparedness, strengthen systems, and ensure long-term protection of critical power networks. With rising use of smart meters, smart grids and SCADA systems, the energy sector faces cyber risks. The new panels will coordinate with security agencies, electricity distributors and regulators to monitor vulnerabilities, test incident response plans, and recommend policy upgrades. The move aligns with national priorities to secure critical infrastructure and boost resilience of Gujarat's energy supply.

Gujarat forms 11-member Core Committee and 19-member Task Force
Focus on safeguarding energy infrastructure from cyber threats
Targets smart meters, smart grids and SCADA systems
Coordination with security agencies, DISCOMs and regulators
Aims to test response plans and recommend policy upgrades

Jan 03, 2026

Tripura SLDC earns ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification in the northeast

Tripura State Load Dispatch Centre (SLDC) has become the first centre in India's northeast to obtain ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, a mark of effective information security management. The milestone was announced during the 22nd foundation day of Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited (TSECL). Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath noted that the certification protects critical computerised systems from rising cyber threats and strengthens the security of the national power grid. Officials say the certification will improve incident response, risk assessment, and data protection across electricity operations, reflecting India's focus on cyber resilience in the energy sector as digitisation expands the grid and smart infrastructure.

First NE centre to receive ISO/IEC 27001:2022.
Announced during TSECL's 22nd foundation day.
Aims to protect critical systems from cyber threats.
Strengthens security of the national power grid.
Improves incident response and data protection.

Centre approves 22 new ECMS projects across eight states

The Centre approved 22 new proposals under the third tranche of the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), with a projected investment of 41,863 crore rupees. The projects cover 11 target-segment products, including mobile manufacturing, telecom, consumer electronics, strategic electronics, automotive, and IT hardware. Officials say the package is expected to generate production worth 2,58,000 crore rupees and create about 34,000 direct jobs. The approvals aim to deepen domestic manufacturing, strengthen supply chains, and reduce dependence on imports for critical electronics. Industry representatives welcomed the decision as a step toward making India a global electronics hub.

22 new ECMS projects approved in tranche three.
Projected investment: 41,863 crore rupees.
Projects span 11 target segments including mobile, telecom, and IT hardware.
Expected production value: 2,58,000 crore rupees; ~34,000 jobs.
Aim to boost domestic manufacturing and reduce imports.

MoSPI unveils new logo and mascot to promote data-driven governance

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) unveiled a new logo and a mascot to promote data-driven governance in India. The initiative aims to modernise the department's identity and strengthen the use of statistics in policymaking and development planning. The new logo centers on the theme 'Data for Development' and includes an Ashoka Chakra symbolising transparency and good governance, a Rupee sign indicating economic planning, and upward numeric motifs representing progress. The mascot, named Sankhyiki, is designed as a friendly, citizen-centric character to explain statistics simply. Officials say the branding will improve public understanding of data, support evidence-based decisions, and foster trust in statistics across sectors such as health, education, and infrastructure.

MoSPI launched a new logo and a mascot for data-driven governance.
Logo theme is 'Data for Development' with Ashoka Chakra and Rupee symbol.
Mascot named Sankhyiki designed to simplify statistics.
Branding aims to improve public understanding and policy making.
Aims to strengthen data use in health, education, and infrastructure.

Surat set to become India’s first slum-free city

Surat Municipality is advancing a long-standing plan to become India’s first fully slum-free city. Officials say large-scale in-situ redevelopment and housing schemes are nearing completion to ensure durable homes for all residents. The effort focuses on replacing informal slum clusters with planned, multi-storey residential complexes that keep residents close to workplaces and social networks. The city’s approach includes upgrading basic services, improving housing stability, and providing permanent residence documents. Local leaders emphasise that attaining a slum-free status will enhance living conditions, spur inclusive urban growth, and attract investment. The completion would mark a milestone in urban planning and social welfare for Gujarat’s Diamond Capital.

Surat aims to be India’s first fully slum-free city.
In-situ redevelopment and housing schemes under way.
Slums replaced with planned, multi-storey housing near work sites.
Improved services and permanent residency for residents.
Goal supports inclusive urban growth and investment.

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