Workshop Highlights Critical Gaps in Jharkhand One Stop Centers

Only Five Out of 24 Centers Operate Round the Clock in State

State-level consultation reveals serious operational challenges in Jharkhand’s One Stop Centers, with key officials pledging improvements in facilities and coordination.

Key Points:

• Only five One Stop Centers provide 24/7 service in Jharkhand
• Infrastructure and staffing shortages plague most centers
• MP Mahua Maji promises to raise issue in Parliament

RANCHI – A crucial workshop addressing One Stop Centers’ challenges convened at Hotel BNR Chanakya.

YUVA organized the event with Kriya, New Delhi. Rajya Sabha MP Mahua Maji attended as chief guest.

Meanwhile, ADG Suman Gupta participated as special guest. She heads the Women’s Cell.

Operational Challenges

Most centers lack round-the-clock operation. Only five districts maintain 24/7 service.

Moreover, Jamshedpur’s center faces accessibility issues. Located on third floor, it lacks elevator facilities.

Infrastructure Issues

Representatives reported severe staffing shortages. Many centers struggle with inadequate infrastructure.

Furthermore, police response remains unsatisfactory. Centers need better coordination with law enforcement.

Official Response

ADG Gupta acknowledged coordination gaps with police. She emphasized improving center accessibility.

Meanwhile, MP Maji promised parliamentary action. She will pursue increased funding for facilities.