Bihar

• 30 Nov 2022

Bihar Cabinet Approves 31 Major Decisions

Why In News?

• On November 29, 2022, 31 important agendas were stamped in the cabinet meeting chaired by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar in Patna.

Key Points

• Some of the important decisions taken in the cabinet meeting are as follows:
• The Cabinet has approved the formation of Bihar Archaeological and Museum Service Amendment. Apart from this, approval has been given to publish amendments in Bihar Excise Rules 2001.
• In this meeting, Sevika Selection Guide 2022 under integrated child development services scheme has been approved. Apart from this, now the Sevika selection process will be done online, while the minimum matriculation qualification has been fixed for inter and Sahayika for Sevika.
• The death anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel will be celebrated as a state function on December 15 every year.
• A plan has been made to provide financial assistance to the poor families associated with liquor and toddy production, for which a total of Rs 610 crore has been approved.
• It has also been approved to implement the draft List Guide 2022 of central scheme for assistance to civil persons suffering from terrorism, communal, Naxal violence, cross-border firing and landmine blast in Bihar.
• Financial approval has been given to Sanjeevan Rice Mills Private Limited under the Industries Department.