<h1>Union Home Minister chairs Eastern Zonal Council meeting in Ranchi with 70 representatives discussing security and development issues</h1> The Union Home Minister chaired the Eastern Zonal Council meeting in Ranchi with approximately 70 representatives from four eastern states participating. The meeting, originally scheduled for May but postponed due to regional tensions, addressed matters of national importance including sexual offense investigations, fast-track courts, banking facilities, and emergency response systems. Regional issues like nutrition, education, health, electricity, and urban planning were also discussed. The state raised concerns about pending dues from public sector undertakings related to mining activities. Enhanced security measures were implemented, including traffic restrictions and vehicle entry limitations during the meeting.