Delhi, 25 June (H.S.): The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has sanctioned the Revised Jharia Master Plan (JMP) to tackle fire, land subsidence, and rehabilitate affected families in the Jharia Coalfield, with a financial outlay of Rs.5,940.47 crore. The plan prioritizes the most vulnerable areas for addressing these issues. It emphasizes sustainable livelihoods for resettled families, including targeted skill development programs and income-generating opportunities to promote self-reliance.

A Livelihood Grant of Rs. One Lakh and credit support of up to Rs. Three Lakh will be provided to both Legal Title Holder (LTH) and Non-Legal Title Holder (Non-LTH) families. Comprehensive infrastructure, including roads, electricity, water, schools, hospitals, and community facilities, will be developed at resettlement sites. The recommendations from the Committee for Implementation of the Revised JMP will guide these provisions, aiming for a holistic rehabilitation approach.

Additionally, a Jharia Alternative Livelihoods Rehabilitation Fund will be established to support livelihood activities and skill development initiatives with local institutes.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar