Bihar Cabinet Meeting Approves 49 Proposals, Including Seven New Medical Colleges, 1800 New Posts, Salary Hikes for Gram Sachiv and Home Guards, and a Women's Employment Scheme, Decisions Crucial for State Development.
Bihar Cabinet: The first cabinet meeting of September, chaired by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, concluded on Tuesday. Several significant decisions related to the state's development and public welfare were made during this meeting. A total of 49 proposals were approved, encompassing important decisions in education, health, employment, and women's empowerment. These decisions are expected to have a widespread impact across Bihar in the coming times.
Major Decision in Education Sector: Approval of 1800 New Posts
The most significant decision of the cabinet meeting pertained to the education sector. Forty new residential schools have been established under the Department of Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. Approval has now been granted for the creation of 1800 new posts for academic and non-academic staff at the 10+2 level in these schools.
This step will not only strengthen the education system but also provide students with a better academic environment through the appointment of qualified teachers and staff. The government states that the appointment of qualified and sufficient numbers of teachers is essential for quality education, making this decision highly important.
New Medical Colleges and Hospitals in Seven Districts
The meeting also emphasized the expansion of health services. The state government has approved proposals to open new medical colleges and hospitals in the districts of Kishanganj, Katihar, Rohtas, Shivhar, Lakhisarai, Arwal, and Sheikhpura.
The government believes that the establishment of these medical colleges will not only provide better medical education opportunities for students but also increase access to health services in rural and backward areas. Local residents will no longer have to travel to major cities for better treatment.
Honorarium for Gram Kachhari Sachiv and Home Guards Increased
Important decisions were also made in the meeting regarding the increase in honorarium for employees and contract workers. The monthly honorarium for Gram Kachhari Sachiv has been increased from ₹6000 to ₹9000. This change will be effective from July 1, 2025.
Furthermore, the daily allowance for Home Guards, which was previously ₹774 per day, has been increased to ₹1121 per day. The government states that the responsibilities of these employees are continuously increasing, making it essential to empower them financially.
Relief for Panchayati Raj Department and IT Assistants Also
The honorarium for technical assistants and IT Assistants in the Panchayati Raj Department has also been increased. These employees had been demanding an increase in their honorarium for a long time. With this cabinet decision, their financial situation will improve. This increase will also be effective from July 1, 2025.
Stipend Increase for Medical Students
The Health Department has also taken a significant decision to increase the stipend for students undergoing internships in government medical colleges and other institutions.
Medical interns who previously received ₹20000 per month will now receive ₹27000 per month. Similarly, the stipend for students receiving ₹15000 per month has been increased to ₹20000. The government states that this move will be crucial in empowering medical students financially.
'Chief Minister Women Employment Scheme' for Women
The 'Chief Minister Women Employment Scheme' was also approved in the meeting to economically empower women. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar stated that this scheme will strengthen the position of women in the state and provide them with new employment opportunities.
The government believes that increasing women's economic participation will bring about positive changes in society and also improve the financial condition of families.
Approval of 3233 New Posts
A total of 3233 new posts have been approved for creation across various departments during the cabinet meeting. These posts include positions related to education, health, rural development, and administrative sectors. This decision is considered a major step towards reducing unemployment in the state.
