Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren announced plans to increase awareness of the PESA Act, 1996, to protect tribal rights over water, forests, and land. He stated the act empowers villagers through Panchayats and Gram Sabhas, enabling self-governance and resource decision-making. The state cabinet approved PESA Rules in December, paving the way for its implementation. Soren emphasized ongoing government efforts in education and financial aid for students, aiming for Jharkhand to become a leading state.