The much-anticipated budget session of the Jharkhand Legislative Assembly commenced today. The Governor, in his address, highlighted the government's policies, good governance, and commitment to the people.
Ranchi: The much-anticipated budget session of the Jharkhand Legislative Assembly began today. The Governor, in his address, underscored the government's policies, good governance, and commitment to the people. He stated that the state's populace has demonstrated their trust in the government through an overwhelming mandate. While members of the ruling party expressed their support by banging their desks during the address, the opposition raised objections on several issues.
Emphasis on Good Governance and Development
In his address, the Governor stated that the Jharkhand government is committed to providing a corruption-free administration and the all-round development of the state. He mentioned schemes like 'Abua Awas' and 'Maiyan Samman Yojana,' highlighting the government's continuous work on pro-people policies. Furthermore, the steps taken by the government to curb cybercrime and eradicate child labor were lauded.
Probable Agenda of the Budget Session
Besides the Governor's address on the first day of the budget session, the budget will be presented in the coming days, followed by discussions on various grant demands. The date for presenting the budget for the financial year 2024-25 has been fixed as March 3rd, with debates scheduled for March 4th and 5th. This will be followed by detailed discussions and voting on grant demands.
Opposition's Stance and Ruling Party's Strategy
During the Governor's address, BJP MLAs voiced their opposition, questioning the state government's policies. Meanwhile, the ruling party presented the government's developmental works as being in the public interest and dismissed the opposition's allegations. Sharp debates between the opposition and the government are expected in the coming days, particularly regarding industrial development, education, and healthcare services.
Expectations from the Budget Session
This year's budget is expected to emphasize new development schemes and infrastructure development in the state. Significant announcements regarding industry, employment, and rural development are anticipated. Following the budget presentation, the opposition will express its views on the government's policies, leading to likely heated debates during the session. The people of Jharkhand are expecting significant announcements from this budget session that could strengthen the state's economic and social standing.
Complete Schedule of the Budget Session
February 24: Governor's address, presentation of ordinances promulgated by the Governor during the session's recess, obituary references.
February 25: Question Hour, motion of thanks on the Governor's address and debate.
February 26: No sitting.
February 27: Question Hour, presentation of the Third Supplementary Expenditure Statement, debate on the address and government's response.
February 28: Question Hour, debate and voting on the Third Supplementary Expenditure Statement, Appropriation Bill.
March 1 & 2: No sitting.
March 3: Question Hour, presentation of the budget (revenue and expenditure).
March 4 & 5: Debate on the budget.
March 5: Question Hour, debate on the budget and government's response.
March 6-7: Question Hour, debate on the budget's grant demands, government's response and voting.
March 8 & 9: No sitting.
March 10-11: Question Hour, debate on the budget's grant demands, government's response and voting.
March 12-16: No sitting.
March 17-21: Question Hour, debate on the budget's grant demands, government's response and voting.
March 22-23: No sitting.
March 24: Question Hour, debate on the budget's grant demands, government's response and voting.
March 25-26: Question Hour, government bills and other government business.
March 27: Question Hour, government bills and other government business.
