Dumka (Jharkhand), Feb 3: In a significant development at its 46th foundation day, the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) approved a 50-point resolution vehemently rejecting the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), Uniform Civil Code (UCC), and the National Register of Citizens (NRC). This pivotal announcement was made during the party’s gathering at Gandhi Maidan on Sunday night.
Key Resolutions and Demands
- Rejection of CAA, UCC, NRC
- The JMM called for these central legislations to be completely dismissed in Jharkhand.
- Implementation of CNT and SPT Acts
- The party demanded the stringent enforcement of the Chotanagpur Tenancy (CNT) Act and Santal Pargana Tenancy (SPT) Act to safeguard tribal land rights.
- Immediate Payment of Dues
- The central government was urged to release “Rs 1.36 lakh crore dues” to the Jharkhand government without delay.
Hemant Soren’s Address
Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren criticized the Union budget, claiming it “cheated” the people of the state. He accused certain groups of having a “feudal mindset” that hinders tribal-dominated Jharkhand’s progress.Union Budget Criticism
The Chief Minister described the recent Union budget as one favoring the wealthy while offering little for the underprivileged. According to him:- Tax Rebate: Soren argued that rebates offer limited benefit in the face of rising inflation.
- GST Unchanged: He observed no significant alterations to the GST structure.
- New “GYAN” Scheme: Labeling it a “jumla,” he claimed it only provides loans rather than grants to the poor, youth, farmers, and women.
Support for Women
Soren highlighted that Jharkhand is the first state in India where women receive Rs 2,500 per month in financial assistance. He criticized the BJP for calling it “revri” (freebies), pointing out that the same promise was made by them in Delhi, which he suggested was a double standard.
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