Ranchi — Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Tuesday distributed appointment letters to 299 newly selected candidates under the Women, Child Development and Social Security Department at a programme held at the state Secretariat.
The recruits include 62 Child Development Project Officers (CDPOs) and 237 women supervisors, marking a fresh round of hiring after a considerable gap.
Speaking at the event, the Chief Minister termed the recruitment drive a significant step toward strengthening grassroots governance and improving delivery of welfare schemes. He expressed confidence that the newly appointed personnel would work with commitment and empathy, particularly in addressing issues related to women and children.
Soren highlighted malnutrition as a pressing challenge in the state and called upon the recruits to actively contribute to efforts aimed at eliminating it. He also pointed out that many remote areas still lack access to essential services, stressing that reaching such regions should be a top priority.
Emphasising the need for transparency and better coordination within the system, he said efficient teamwork among officials would ensure quicker and more effective implementation of government programmes. To aid their work, women workers at the block and village levels have been equipped with mobile phones and tablets.
Congratulating the candidates, the Chief Minister wished them success in their new roles and encouraged them to play a meaningful part in the state’s development.
Among those present at the event were Minister Radha Krishna Kishore, Chief Secretary Avinash Kumar, Department Secretary Uma Shankar Singh, Director Kiran Kumar Pasi, along with senior officials and family members of the newly appointed candidates.
With inputs from IANS