File Photo: Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das
Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das today said construction work of a proposed steel plant in mineral-rich Manoharpur in the West Singhbhum district will begin in a year's time.
Addressing the concluding function of the 'World Indigenous Day', Mr Das said the state government has a proposal to set up three more steel plants in the Kolhan region comprised of East and West Singhbhum and Seraikela-Kharswan districts.
The three steel plants would be established in joint venture, he said, without elaborating on their capacities.
The problem of migration of people, including tribals, to other states in search of livelihood would be checked following the implementation of the proposed plants, he said.
"The government is committed to the development of the Schedule Tribe community and steps have already been initiated in this regard," the Chief Minister said, adding that the state government was working to preserve the rich cultural heritage of the community.
Taking a dig at Jharkhand-based political parties, Mr Das asked why did the Adivasi community not develop in the state dominated by tribals.
"We will fulfill the dreams of our leaders who have sacrificed their lives for the cause of a separate Jharkhand," Mr Das added.