October 14, 2008

Mr Koda assures of an amicable solution to the Chiria

Ranchi Express reported that in first indication of softening of stand on Chiria mines, Mr Madhu Koda chief minister of Jharkhand said that the state government is in favor of finding an amicable solution to the Chiria imbroglio through dialogues.

Mr Koda said that "We want an amicable solution to the Chiria impasse through dialogue and hope that the matter would be settled soon.”

He, however, expressed his ignorance about the formation of a 3 member joint panel of the state and centre in this regard. He said “I am, however nor aware of any 3 member panel being formed for the purpose as of now. Since the matter is under the sub judice, it would not be proper for me to comment any more."