States Weekly: June 11, 2025

Big News: Andhra Pradesh unveils draft Electronics Component Manufacturing Policy 4.0, Delhi launches Air Pollution Mitigation Plan 2025, Uttar Pradesh introduces the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Manufacturing Promotion Policy-2025; Andhra Pradesh amends the Factories Act, 1948, Karnataka amends Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA), 2003; and more

Health 

Haryana launches ‘Saheli' programme. The state health department launched this new initiative to prevent unsafe and illegal abortions. Under this initiative ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activists) workers make daily calls to pregnant women for real-time monitoring and prompt miscarriage reporting.

Source: Times of India

In detail: Press release

Karnataka amends Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA), 2003. The amended act Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products (Prohibition of Advertisement and Regulation of Trade and Commerce, Production, Supply and Distribution) (Karnataka Amendment) Act, 2024 puts a ban on sale of loose cigarettes or single sticks and hookah bars and prohibits sale of tobacco products within 100 metres of any educational institution.

Source: The Hindu

In detail: Notification

West Bengal introduces Smart Outpatient Depart (OPD) services. The state government will introduce this initiative in all secondary-level hospitals across the state to provide an integrated and hassle-free medical experience for patients.

Source: WBpay

Climate Change and Energy

Delhi amends Supply Code and Performance Standards Regulations, 2017. The regulations titled Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (Supply Code and Performance Standards) (Seventh Amendment) Regulations, 2025 divides the infrastructure-related works undertaken by the Distribution Licensee on behalf of Departments of Govt. of NCT of Delhi into three categories to provide a structured approach and bring clarity and accountability.

Source: Solar Quarter

In detail: Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (Supply Code and Performance Standards) (Seventh Amendment) Regulations, 2025

Delhi launches Air Pollution Mitigation Plan 2025 to curb air pollution in the national capital. The state government’s multi-pronged strategy has many initiatives including accelerating Delhi’s transition to electric mobility and bar on entry of older vehicles into the city using Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras at all border entry points.

Source: India Today

Kerala issues draft Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission (Renewable Energy and Related Matters) Regulations, 2025. The draft regulations issued by Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission (KSERC) apply to matters such as determination of tariff of energy from Renewable Energy systems including Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Pumped Storage Plants, Renewable Energy Metering and Billing etc.

Source: Solar Quarter

In detail: Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission (Renewable Energy and Related Matters) Regulations, 2025

Meghalaya approves Meghalaya State Energy Conservation Fund Rules, 2025. The state cabinet’s approval will put in place measures for energy conservation and improve energy efficiency.

Source: Sentinelassam

Uttar Pradesh introduces the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Manufacturing Promotion Policy-2025. With an aim to benefit farmers and open new revenue streams, the policy proposes direct procurement of agriculture residues.

Source: Mathrubhumi

In detail: Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Manufacturing Promotion Policy-2025

Himachal Pradesh launches “Rajiv Gandhi Van Samvardhan Yojana”. The state government’s initiative aims to enhance Himachal Pradesh’s green cover and promote community-driven forest management.

Source: The Statesman

In detail: Rajiv Gandhi Van Samvardhan Yojana

Finance

Nothing critical to report this week

Industrial Policy and Business Regulations  

Andhra Pradesh unveils draft Electronics Component Manufacturing Policy 4.0 (ECMP 4.0). The draft policy aims to establish Andhra Pradesh as the premier destination for the electronics industry by providing world-class infrastructure and a conducive policy environment, fostering innovation and emerging technologies, bringing the entire electronics value chain to the state, and creating large-scale employment opportunities.

Source: Economic Times

In detail: Electronics Component Manufacturing Policy 4.0

Uttar Pradesh approves Uttar Pradesh Bed and Breakfast (B&B) and Homestay Policy-2025. Under the new policy, for a small fee, any individual residing in a proximity to a religious or tourist site will be allowed to register a homestay unit and offer visitors lodging options given existing hotels are not able to meet the demand.

Source: Indian Express
In detail: Uttar Pradesh Bed and Breakfast (B&B) and Homestay Policy-2025

Meghalaya launches Meghalaya Film Tourism Policy 2025 to position the state as a preferred destination for film tourism and creative production. The policy offers a combination of financial incentives, infrastructure development, and institutional support to attract filmmakers, content creators, and media entrepreneurs.

Source: Northeast Today

In detail: Meghalaya Film Tourism Policy 2025

Punjab amends Punjab Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1958. As per the amendment, all establishments employing up to 20 workers will be exempted from all provisions of the Act.

Source: Mint

Land Acquisition and Labor Regulations  

Andhra Pradesh amends the Factories Act, 1948. The AP Factories Amendment Bill, 2025 reduces the procedural burden on industries and allows women to work night shifts in factories with adequate safety and transport facilities.

Source: Hindustan Times

Madhya Pradesh amends the three labour laws namely Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970, Factory Act, 1948 and the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. The amendments aim to simplify labour laws and reduce compliance burden on small and medium scale institutions and industries. The amendment to Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970, and Factory Act, 1948 raises limit on workers currently prescribed.

Source: Rediff

In detail: Cabinet decisions

Infrastructure and Governance

Bihar reduces tax on Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF). Under the Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) the state cabinet approved reduction of the value-added tax (VAT) from 29 per cent to 4 per cent to attract more commercial flights.

Source: Economic Times

In detail: Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF)

Haryana approves Annual Agricultural Plan for FY 2025-26. The plan approved by Haryana State Level Sanctioning Committee under the “Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (PM-RKVY)” proposes innovative initiatives such as on-farm water management, natural farming, mechanisation, and scientific innovation.

Source: Hornbill TV

In detail: Annual Agricultural Plan for FY 2025-26

Odisha approves ‘Development of Biotechnology’. The new scheme released under Odisha Biotechnology Policy 2024 will promote higher education, research and infrastructure development in the most promising areas of biotechnology.

Source: New Indian Express

Punjab unveils Farm Diversification Plan to diversify from paddy to maize in FY 2025-26. The state government will offer farmers’ fiscal incentives to promote maize cultivation and move away from paddy in order to promote water-efficient crops and enhance farmer’s income.

Source: Times of India

Water and Sanitation

Nothing critical to report this week

Center – State Relations 

Nothing critical to report this week

Any Other

Uttar Pradesh approves 20 per cent reservation for former Agniveers. The first batch of agniveers to be eased out in 2026 will be absorbed in the state’s reserve police force, the Provincial Armed Constabulary, reserve horsemen and firemen

Source: The Week

In detail: Reservation for former Agniveers