States Weekly: December 3, 2025

Big News: Telangana approves the creation of a new ElectricityDistribution Company (Discom); Andhra Pradesh releases a Quantum Policy; Uttarakhand launches its AI and Data Sharing Policy; Goa approves a Telecom Infrastructure Policy; Assam passes the Assam Shops and Establishments (Amendment) Bill, 2025; and more.

Health 

Haryana launches several Health-related Information Technology Initiatives. The Vehicle Tracking and Log Management System aims to monitor and manage healthcare service teams at the community level. Additionally, important updates have been made to the ‘Anemia Mukh Haryana’ (Anemia Free Haryana) App to strengthen beneficiary monitoring and treatment.

Source: Times of India

In detail: Press release

Jharkhand expands Free Treatment Services. 6.4 million beneficiaries of the ‘Ayushman Bharat Yojana’ (Prime Minister's People's Health Scheme) will now get free treatment facilities up to $16,786 (INR 15 lakh). $5,595 (INR 5 lakh) will be provided under the Ayushman Bharat Yojna and an additional $11,191 (INR 10 lakh) will be given under the ‘Mukhya Mantri Abuja Swastya Suraksha Yojana’ (Chief Minister’s Health Safety Scheme).

Source: New Indian Express

Climate Change and Energy

Rajasthan revises (RERC) Tariffs for PM-KUSUM Solar Projects. The tariffs, revised by the Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission (RERC), introduce a new levelized tariff structure for PM-KUSUM Component-A projects. This revised tariff is designed to provide an appropriate return to developers while ensuring that power purchase costs remain reasonable for distribution companies.

Source: Solar Quarter

In detail: RERC Tariff Order

Uttar Pradesh announces Power Tariffs. The tariffs, issued by the Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) for Fiscal Year 2025-26, maintain the same rates for the 6th year in a row.

Source: Mint

In detail: Tariff Order

Chhattisgarh issues a clarification on Virtual Net Metering Rules. The clarification, issued by the Chhattisgarh State Electricity Regulatory Commission (CSERC), rules that a renewable energy generating unit under the Virtual Net Metering mechanism can be located away from the premises of the participating consumers.

Source: Solar Quarter

Meghalaya releases Draft MSERC (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Tariff for Generation from Renewable Energy Sources) Regulations, 2025. The draft, issued by the Meghalaya State Electricity Regulatory Commission (MSERC), invites comments and suggestions. The proposed regulations aim to update the tariff framework for renewable energy projects and apply to the determination of the tariff for the supply of electricity from renewable energy sources to the distribution licensee operating within the state.

Source: Solar Quarter

In detail: MSERC (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Tariff for Generation from Renewable Energy Sources) Regulations, 2025

Telangana approves the creation of a new ElectricityDistribution Company (Discom). The new Discom will handle a cluster of high-consumption segments such as agricultural power connections, lift irrigation schemes, Mission Bhagiratha, safe drinking water schemes and power connections for the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB).

Source: The South First

Finance

Nothing critical to report this week.

Industrial Policy and Business Regulations

Andhra Pradesh releases a Quantum Policy. To accelerate development, the state is offering substantial incentives, including up to 50 percent capital subsidies for initial projects and 100 percent rental subsidies in specific state-identified areas.

Source: Deccan Chronicle

In detail: Andhra Pradesh Quantum Computing Policy 2025-30

Haryana exempts the IT Industry from the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946. The exemption is for five years, subject to certain conditions. The Act makes it obligatory for employers of an industrial establishment where 50 or more workers are employed to clearly define the “conditions of employment.”

Source: The Hindu

In detail: Notification

Uttarakhand launches its AI and Data Sharing Policy. The policy focuses on responsible AI use, innovation, research, and skills development to position Uttarakhand as a leader in emerging technologies – with a special focus on its unique geographical terrain.

Source: Indian Masterminds

In detail: Press Release

The Union government notifies the Factories (Ladakh) Amendment Regulation, 2025 in Ladakh. These regulations amend the Factories Act, 1948 as it applies to the Union Territory of Ladakh. The amendments aim to modernize labor regulations, redefine administrative authority, expand permissible work hours, and revise provisions concerning the employment of women in industrial establishments.

Source: Legality Simplified

In detail: Factories (Ladakh) Amendment Regulation, 2025

Land Acquisition and Labor Regulations

Haryana approves a Land Acquisition Policy for Gurugram Metro. Under this policy, the Gurugram Metro Rail Limited (GMRL) can now acquire private land for construction of tracks and metro stations. The new policy will be overseen by a “Land Acquisition Committee” composed of 11 officials under the chair of Gurugram’s Deputy Commissioner.

Source: Hindustan Times

Telangana approves the Hyderabad Industrial Lands Transformation Policy. The policy enables formal conversion of industrial lands within and around Hyderabad’s Outer Ring Road (ORR) into multi-use zones. As per the new policy, about 9,292 acres of industrial land, including 4,740 acres of plotted area, are now eligible for conversion subject to payment of a one-time Development Impact Fee (DIF).

Source: Deccan Chronicle

In detail: HILTS Policy (1) & (2)

Infrastructure and Governance

Andhra Pradesh approves Three New Districts. The new districts, Polavaram, Markapuram, and Madanapalle, increase the total number of districts in the state from 26 to 29.

Source: The Hindu

Karnataka proposes Draft Karnataka Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Employment and Education Bill, 2025. The Bill proposes 10 percent reservation in education and 5 percent in private sector employment for persons with disabilities. Additionally, schools will be required to provide accessible infrastructure, learning materials in multiple formats, sign-language support, scribes, extended exam duration, and adaptive technologies for persons with disabilities.

Source: Times of India

In detail: Karnataka Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Employment and Education Bill, 2025

Karnataka approves the Karnataka Non-Major Ports Iron Ore Handling Policy, 2025. The policy covers export, import, and trade of iron ore at 13 non-major ports in the state. The 213.3-mile-long coastline of Karnataka features one major port — New Mangalore Port Authority and 13 non-major ports — Karwar, Honnavar, Malpe, Belekeri, Manki, Padubidri, Keni, Bhatkal, Old Mangalore, Tadadi, Kundapura, Pavinakurve and Hangarkatta.

Source: Deccan Herald

Assam approves the Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) Policy 2025. The policy proposes the establishment of at least three world-class MRO facilities serving both civil and defense aviation.

Source: North East Today,NDTV

In detail: Cabinet Decisions

Assam passes the Assam Shops and Establishments (Amendment) Bill, 2025. The bill revises working-hour norms, encourages gender-neutral employment practices, and increases the threshold for applicability for establishments from 5 to 20 workers. 

Source: Assam Tribune

In detail: Assam Shops and Establishments (Amendment) Bill, 2025

Odisha introduces a Maoist Surrender and Rehabilitation Policy. This new policy increases financial assistance, raises rewards for surrendered firearms, and expands rehabilitation benefits through various welfare schemes for Maoists who surrender and reintegrate into mainstream society.

Source: Organiser

In detail: Maoist Surrender and Rehabilitation Policy

Water and Sanitation

Nothing critical to report this week.

Center – State Relations

Nothing critical to report this week.

Any Other

Goa approves a Telecom Infrastructure Policy. The policy aims to accelerate the rollout of 5G services across the state and introduces uniform guidelines for installing mobile towers, poles and small cells on government land, along with a streamlined approval process.

Source: Goemkarponn

In detail: Order