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GOVERNMENT POLICIES AND SCHEMES - June 2023

Jun 2023

Aug 28, 2024

Himachal Pradesh Government Approves 'Mukhya Mantri Sukh Shiksha Yojana'

The Himachal Pradesh government allocated Rs. 53.21 crore annually to fund the 'Mukhya Mantri Sukh Shiksha Yojana,' aimed at supporting the education and well-being of children from vulnerable families. This initiative will provide financial aid to widows, destitute women, divorced women, and disabled parents.
Under the scheme, children under 18 years of age from eligible families will receive a monthly grant of Rs. 1,000 to cover educational, health, and nutritional expenses. For those pursuing undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, or vocational courses, the government will offer financial assistance for tuition and hostel costs.
The scheme is designed to assist women and disabled parents facing significant challenges in supporting their children. It addresses issues related to child protection by preventing child abuse, trafficking, teenage marriages, and drug abuse. It also acknowledges the link between disability, unemployment, and poverty.

Maharashtra Adopts Unified Pension Scheme Ahead of Assembly Polls

In a significant move ahead of the October 2024 Legislative Assembly election, Maharashtra became the first state to adopt the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) for its employees, just hours after the central government introduced the scheme. This decision is poised to benefit approximately 13.5 lakh state employees across various sectors, including recognized and grant-aided educational institutions, non-agricultural universities, and zilla parishads.
Assured Pension: 50% of the average basic pay drawn over the last 12 months before superannuation for a minimum of 25 years of service. For lesser service periods, the pension will be proportionate with a minimum of 10 years of service.

Aug 27, 2024

Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) for Central Government Employees Approved

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) for central government employees. This scheme will be effective from April 1, 2025, and will benefit 23 lakh central government employees.
The Central Government has launched the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), which provides government workers with a steady pension based on their length of service and most recent basic salary drawn.
As per reports, central government employees can select between the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) and the National Pension Scheme (NPS). Additionally, current NPS subscribers of the central government will have the choice to transfer to the UPS. State governments will also be able to choose to implement the Unified Pension Scheme shortly.

Aug 26, 2024

Cabinet Approves BioE3 Policy for Fostering High Performance Bio-manufacturing

The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the 'BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment and Employment) Policy for Fostering High Performance Bio-manufacturing' of the Department of Biotechnology.
Overall, this Policy will further strengthen Government's initiatives such as 'Net Zero' carbon economy & 'Lifestyle for Environment' and will steer India on the path of accelerated 'Green Growth' by promoting 'Circular Bioeconomy'. The BioE3 Policy will foster and advance future that is more sustainable, innovative, and responsive to global challenges and lays down the Bio-vision for Viksit Bharat.

Aug 25, 2024

Assam Government Introduces Bill to Repeal Muslim Marriage, Divorce Law in State

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in Assam tabled a new Bill in the State Assembly to repeal the existing law governing Muslim marriages and divorces in the State.
The Bill aims to abolish the Assam Moslem Marriages and Divorces Registration Act, 1935 on the primary ground that it facilitates the practice of child marriage.
The Bill outlines several other reasons for repealing the Act.
The statement of objects and reasons notes that the 1935 Act is a pre-independence Act adopted for the erstwhile Province of Assam to address Muslim religious and social arrangements.
It also states that the registration of marriages and divorces is not mandatory, and the informal registration process leaves room for non-compliance with existing norms.

Postal Department Launches Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana to Encourage Philately

The Department of Post under the Union Ministry of Communication launched the Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana to promote research and scholarship in philately among students across India. Announced by the Postmaster General of North Gujarat Region, Ahmedabad, Krishna Kumar Yadav, during the closing ceremony of the 'The Ideal and Great Stamps' Paintings exhibition, the scheme aims to foster the hobby of stamp collection among children.

Aug 24, 2024

Rs. 10, 000 under the Subhadra Yojana for Women in Odisha

Over 1 crore women, aged between 21 and 60 years, in Odisha will receive Rs. 10,000 annually under the Subhadra Yojana of the BJP-led government in the state.
Calling it a "path breaking" initiative for women empowerment in Odisha, CM Mohan Charan Majhi announced the standard operating procedure (SOP) for the scheme, which is set to be launched on the occasion of PM Modi's birthday, on September 17.

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