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Jharkhand gov to take legal action for Rs 1.36 trillion coal dues: CM Soren


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Published in Politics and Government on Friday, November 29th 2024 at 0:30 GMT by Brian Stokes   Print publication without navigation

  • Soon after taking oath as the chief minister of Jharkhand, Hemant Soren announced that his government would take legal action to realise its Rs 1.36 lakh-crore coal dues from the Centre.

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren announced on November 29, 2024, that the state government will pursue legal action to recover Rs 1.36 trillion in coal dues from the central government. Soren highlighted that these dues, which have accumulated over the past 15 years, are critical for funding development projects in Jharkhand. He criticized the central government for not addressing the issue despite multiple reminders and emphasized that the state's rightful share in coal revenue is essential for its progress. The legal route is seen as a necessary step to ensure that Jharkhand receives its due compensation for the coal extracted from its land.

Read the Full Business Standard Article at [ https://www.business-standard.com/politics/jharkhand-gov-to-take-legal-action-for-rs-1-36-trillion-coal-dues-cm-soren-124112900081_1.html ]

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