Rajasthan Latest Updates - 2024
This blog post covers significant updates from Rajasthan in 2024 across various sectors including education, health, infrastructure, tourism, and cultural achievements.
Education and Technological Advancements
- IIT Jodhpur has become the first IIT in India to offer B.Tech courses in both English and Hindi mediums.
- The first Behavior Lab in India was inaugurated at R-CAT Campus, Jaipur by Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore.
- MNIT Jaipur has established a National Earthquake Testing Laboratory.
- The second Ayurveda, Yoga, and Naturopathy University will be set up in Ajmer (the first one is in Jodhpur).
- The Mera Tan Mera Man app was launched by Maharana Pratap Agricultural University in Udaipur to help adolescents deal with challenges.
Government Schemes and Initiatives
- Rajasthan's Democracy Fighter Honor Fund scheme was reintroduced on February 1, 2024.
- A Queue Management System will be implemented in hospitals to reduce waiting times for registration, consultation, and medication.
- A Textile Park is proposed to be established in Bhilwara under the 100-day work plan.
- The Chief Minister Ayushman Bal Sambal Yojana will provide monthly assistance of Rs. 5,000 to children suffering from rare diseases.
- The state government launched the "Give Up" campaign to encourage capable individuals to voluntarily give up free ration under the National Food Security Scheme.
Infrastructure Developments
- A 24-story Ayushman Tower was inaugurated at SMS Hospital, Jaipur.
- The first Dog Training and Breeding Center of BSF Rajasthan and Gujarat Frontier was opened in Bikaner.
- A new industrial area will be developed in the village of Undi in Sayla Tehsil, Jalore district.
- A Marudhara Biological Park is being developed on 445 hectares in Bikaner.
- 163.5 hectares of land in Shivdaspura, Chandla, and Barkheda villages near Jaipur will be developed under the Land Pooling Act.
Health and Public Safety
- The government launched a Malaria Crash Program in April, Malaria Month in June, and Dengue Month in July to tackle seasonal diseases.
- Recycle Jaipur mobile app was launched by Jaipur Heritage Municipal Corporation to promote e-waste recycling.
- The Nazar Citizen App was launched by Rajasthan Police to monitor vacant houses and verify tenants.
- Operation Ullas was conducted by Rajasthan Police to find missing persons from August 1 to August 31, 2024.
- An antivirus campaign was launched in Bharatpur range to combat cyber fraud.
Sports and Cultural Achievements
- Anil Vyas was appointed as the President of the Rajasthan State Olympic Association.
- Mahaveer Saini from Suratgarh was appointed as the coach for the Indian team for the Paris Paralympics.
- Classical singer Meeta Pandit from the Gwalior Gharana was honored with the Marudhara Gaurav Seva Award 2024.
- Vaishnavi Sharma from Jaipur won the Femina Miss India Rajasthan 2024 title.
Environmental and Archeological Discoveries
- Environmental scientist Mangal Mehta discovered ancient cave paintings in the Sita Mata forests of Pratapgarh, dating back over 40,000 years.
- Naralai village in Pali district gained attention for its Devnagari Cleanliness Campaign focusing on cleanliness and water conservation.
Tourism and International Recognition
- Udaipur was ranked as the 2nd most preferred city in the world by Travel + Leisure magazine and the top city in Asia.
Miscellaneous Updates
- A new Vande Bharat Maintenance Depot will be established at Khatipura (Jaipur) by Indian Railways.
- The Rajasthan government plans to increase the number of e-buses from 500 to 1,000 in major cities.
- New regional offices of Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board will be opened in Jaipur and Jodhpur.
- The Free Medicine Scheme of Rajasthan ranked first in India by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
- The anti-drug campaign "Ek Yuddh Nashe Ke Viruddh" in Jhunjhunu district achieved the first rank in the state.
- Naib Subedar Pawan Kumar Yadav from Buhana, Jhunjhunu was awarded the Kirti Chakra by President Droupadi Murmu.
Conclusion
These updates highlight Rajasthan's progress in various fields including education, health, infrastructure, sports, and tourism, reflecting the state's continuous efforts toward growth and development.