Jharkhand, a state rich in mineral resources, faces significant infrastructural challenges, particularly in its railway network. Despite being a key mineral-producing region, several district headquarters remain unconnected by rail, forcing residents to travel to other districts to access train services. This lack of connectivity hinders economic development and job creation. ...
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One notable example is Simdega, a district with a large administrative presence, but its residents have to travel to Odisha to board trains. A planned railway line connecting Barwadih in Jharkhand to Chirmiri in Chhattisgarh, envisioned by the British to shorten the distance between Kolkata and Mumbai, remains incomplete despite track laying and station construction decades ago. The lack of investment in public sector undertakings (PSUs) in the state also hampers industrial growth. Despite the discovery and extraction of minerals, the establishment of new industries based on these resources is limited, potentially leading to missed opportunities for economic growth and job creation. The article also highlights the need for government support in establishing new PSUs, which could catalyze industrial development and create employment opportunities.