Union MoS for Social Justice and Empowerment Shri Ramdas Athawale Reviews Welfare Measures for Vulnerable Sections in J&K

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Union MoS for Social Justice and Empowerment Shri Ramdas Athawale Reviews Welfare Measures for Vulnerable Sections in J&K

Union MoS Ramdas Athawale stresses effective implementation of welfare schemes in Jammu and Kashmir, calling for focused support for OBCs, orphans, elderly people and persons with disabilities. He also highlights financial inclusion, housing, healthcare and self-employment initiatives.

Srinagar, Oct 11: Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Ramdas Athawale today highlighted various welfare schemes of the Union Government and stressed effective implementation of measures aimed at empowering underprivileged and vulnerable sections of society during his visit to Jammu and Kashmir.

Addressing a press conference in Srinagar, the Minister said his Ministry was ready to consider proposals from the Union Territory Government for old-age homes and other support facilities through appropriate channels.

During a Town Hall meeting in Anantnag, Athawale highlighted the government's focus on the welfare of Other Backward Classes (OBCs) and other disadvantaged sections, asserting that the government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi was committed to the progress and empowerment of every community.

The Minister reviewed welfare-related issues with officers and directed the concerned departments to address the grievances of orphans, elderly people and other vulnerable groups, emphasising the need for effective implementation of government schemes.

He highlighted key initiatives, including Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana and UJALA Yojana, aimed at strengthening financial inclusion, self-employment, housing, healthcare, access to clean cooking fuel and energy-efficient lighting.

Athawale also stressed the implementation of provisions for persons with disabilities, including reservation in education and government employment. Referring to Sugamya Bharat Abhiyaan, he underscored the need to improve accessibility in public buildings and facilities to enable persons with disabilities to access services independently.

He called for greater emphasis on skill development, entrepreneurship and support for micro, small and medium enterprises to expand livelihood opportunities, reiterating that welfare benefits must reach all eligible beneficiaries.

Meanwhile, All India Radio News PTC Anantnag, Tassaduq Rashid was honoured with an Award of Appreciation for his contribution to journalism during the Minister's visit to Anantnag.

Photo: Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Shri Ramdas Athawale conferes award to AIR PTC Anantnag Tasaduq Rashid for his exemplary work in Journalism…

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Source & Wire Service: Prasar Bharati SHABD (DD / Akashvani News)