States Weekly: February 4, 2026

Big News: Tamil Nadu releases a new Integrated Textile Policy; Rajasthan announces the Rajasthan Aerospace and Defense Policy; Gujarat announces that land for essential civic facilities will now be allocated to municipalities free of charge; Uttar Pradesh approves the Uttar Pradesh Urban Redevelopment Policy 2026; Uttarakhand approves a Green Hydrogen Policy 2026; and more.

Health 

Karnataka mandates paid menstrual leave. The paid menstrual leave applies for women government employees working under the Education Department.

Source: BW people

In detail: Government order (in Kannada)

Uttar Pradesh announces a cashless medical treatment facility for teachers. The new initiative offers cashless medical treatment to teachers, non-teaching staff, and their dependents.

Source: CSR Journal

In detail: Cabinet decisions

Climate Change and Energy

Rajasthan issues (RERC) Draft Procedure for Grant of Connectivity to the Intra-State Transmission System. The procedures issued by the Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission (RERC) approve a new procedure for granting connectivity to the state’s intra-state transmission system.

Source: Solar Quarter

In detail: Draft Procedure for Grant of Connectivity to the Intra-State Transmission System

Rajasthan introduces dual-source electricity supply for high-tension (HT) and extra-high tension (EHT) consumers. The order issued by the Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission (RERC) applies to the Public Health Engineering Department (PHED), data centers, and other essential service categories.

Source: Mercom

In detail: RERC Order

Rajasthan issues RERC Draft Regulations on Demand Flexibility (DF), Demand Side Management (DSM), 2026. The regulations issued by the Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission (RERC) propose a comprehensive regulatory framework to integrate demand-side resources into the state’s power system.

Source: Mercom

In detail: Draft (RERC) (Demand Flexibility (DF), Demand Side Management (DSM)) Regulations, 2026

Telangana notifies (TERC) First Amendment to the Terms and Conditions of Open Access Regulation, 2024. The amendments, issued by the Telangana Electricity Regulatory Commission (TERC) introduces changes related to the issuance of Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) for unutilized banked renewable energy.

Source: Saur Energy

In detail: TERC (Terms and conditions of Open Access) First Amendment regulation, 2026

Chhattisgarh clarifies its 2022 Guidelines for Group Net Metering (GNM) and Virtual Net Metering (VNM) for Renewable Energy. The clarification aims to provide clear directions to both the utility and consumers, ensuring proper implementation of renewable energy policies in the state.

Source: Solar Quarter

In detail: CSERC order

Odisha introduces OERG Grid Support Charges for Captive Generating Plants Regulations, 2026. The regulations issued by the Odisha Electricity Regulatory Commission aim to create a clear and technically justified mechanism for recovering the cost of grid support services provided to conventional captive power plants in Odisha.

Source: Solar Quarter

In detail: OERC GSC Regulations 2026

Finance

Nothing critical to report this week.

Industrial Policy and Business Regulations

Rajasthan announces the Rajasthan Aerospace and Defense Policy. The policy aims to promote manufacturing and services in the aerospace and defense (A&D) sector and increase the number of aerospace and defense manufacturing units and repair and overhaul (MRO) facilities in the state.

Source: Economic Times

In detail: Cabinet decisions

Rajasthan amends The Rajasthan Excise and Temperance Policy 2025–2029. The policy paves the way for extended operating hours for liquor shops across the state.

Source: Times of India

In detail: Amendment in Excise and Temperance Policy 2025-2029

Tamil Nadu releases a new Integrated Textile Policy. The policy aims to address the current needs of the textile industry by supporting modernization, competitiveness, and local manufacturing.

Source: The Hindu

In detail: Press release

Land Acquisition and Labor Regulations

Gujarat announces that land for essential civic facilities will now be allocated to municipalities free of charge. By waiving these costs, the government aims to drastically reduce the financial burden on 152 municipalities, ensuring that budget constraints no longer stall critical public works.

Source: Times of India

In detail: Press release

Infrastructure and Governance

Bihar approves financial assistance to women entrepreneurs. The state will give up to $2,180 (INR 2 lakh) to women entrepreneurs under the ‘Mukhyamantri Mahila Rozgar Yojana’ (Chief Minister’s Women Employment Scheme).

Source: The Hindu

In detail: Cabinet decisions

Madhya Pradesh approves the Overseas Employment Placement Scheme for OBC Youth 2025.  Under the new scheme an allocation of $4.95 million (INR 45 crore) has been approved, and the state will facilitate foreign employment opportunities for 600 OBC youth every year over the next three years. 

Source: Millennium post

In detail: Cabinet decisions

Uttar Pradesh approves the Uttar Pradesh Urban Redevelopment Policy 2026. The policy aims to provide for the redevelopment of city areas and buildings that were once developed but are now underutilized

Source: Hindustan Times

In detail: Cabinet decisions

Arunachal Pradesh approves the Arunachal Pradesh Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026. The bill decriminalizes minor offences and replaces imprisonment with monetary penalties.

Source: India Today

Odisha approves the State Cooperation Policy 2026. The policy framework seeks to revitalize the state’s cooperative movement by encouraging member participation, financial inclusion, and digital service delivery.

Source: New Indian Express

Uttarakhand approves the Health Worker and Health Supervisor Service Rules 2026. The rules streamline employment and service standards for health personnel.

Source: Indian masterminds

Uttarakhand approves a Green Hydrogen Policy 2026. The policy aims to promote green hydrogen production and sustainable energy initiatives in the state.

Source: Indian masterminds

Water and Sanitation

Nothing critical to report this week.

Center – State Relations

Nothing critical to report this week.

Any Other

Nothing critical to report this week.