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GOVERNMENT POLICIES AND SCHEMES - July 2023

Jul 2023

Sep 07, 2023

Himachal CM Sukhu Launches SABAL Yojna to Empower Specially-abled Children

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu launched the Mukhya Mantri Sporting Abilities, Rebuilding Aspirations and Livelihood Scheme (SABAL) from his home assembly segment Nadaun in this district. The Chief Minister also announced to set up a 'Rajya Chayan Aayog' in place of the now-dissolved Himachal Pradesh Staff Selection Commission in Hamirpur within the next two months to ensure fairness in the selection criteria of candidates.
The SABAL scheme intends to take care of specially-abled children in around 400 schools across Hamirpur, Solan and Shimla districts.
The SABAL Yojana is aimed at improving the lives of specially-abled children in the state. The initiative focuses on providing essential facilities and opportunities for them.

Sep 06, 2023

Jal Jeevan Mission Achieves Milestone of 13 Crore Rural Households Tap Connections

In a significant achievement, the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) provided tap water connections to an impressive 13 crore rural households, marking a remarkable journey since its launch on India's 73rd Independence Day, August 15, 2019. This mission, guided by the principles of speed and scale, rapidly expanded access to clean water in rural areas, progressing from 3.23 crore households in August 2019 to the current milestone in just four years.

Aug 24, 2023

North East Special Infrastructure Development Scheme (NESIDS) with an Approved Outlay of Rs.8139....

The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region announced the continuation of the North East Special Infrastructure Development Scheme (NESIDS) with an approved budget of Rs. 8139.50 crore for the period 2022-2023 to 2025-2026. This initiative aims to bolster infrastructure development, particularly in connectivity and social sectors, within the North Eastern States.

Aug 19, 2023

Himachal Pradesh Includes Protection of Retaining Walls, other Works under Vidhayak Ksetra Vikas ...

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said that the state government decided to relax the provisions of the Vidhayak Ksetra Vikas Nidhi Yojana (VKVNY) during the financial year 2023-24 by including protection works of retaining walls/breast walls and channelisation of nullahs under it.
This decision was taken in view of the heavy losses caused to human lives besides public and private properties during the recent heavy rain in the state.
According to Sukhu, now legislators can recommend execution of such works under this scheme.

Aug 18, 2023

Goa Govt. Launches 'Gramin Mitra' Scheme to Promote Digital Empowerment

The Goa government launched its flagship scheme 'Gramin Mitra' to provide doorstep delivery of government services across the state and promote digital empowerment in rural areas.
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said that the scheme will bridge the digital divide and promote digital empowerment in the rural parts of the state.
The programme aims to empower rural communities with access to information and opportunities that can transform their lives and drive socio-economic growth.
The Gramin Mitra scheme is poised to revolutionise the way public services are delivered in Goa, enabling rural communities to reap the benefits of technology and innovation.
Under the initiative, people can request public services by simply calling the dedicated call centre number, which operates from 8 am to 8 pm, seven days a week.

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