CM takes part in state-level function on Maharishi Valmiki in Jind

Chandigarh, November 24:  The birth anniversary of Adi Kavi Maharishi Valmiki ji, who first composed Shri Ram Katha, was celebrated with devotion in Haryana. On this occasion, a grand state-level function was organized at Eklavya Stadium in Jind district in which Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini participated as the Chief Guest. On this occasion, the Chief Minister announced to give an amount of Rs 51 lakh for Maharishi Valmiki Bhawan in Narwana. He said assistance will also be given to build a hostel in Hisar.

On this occasion, the Chief Minister, while paying obeisance to Maharishi Valmiki Ji, said he is happy and proud to be present at this ceremony. He said it was our great fortune that we have become witness to the construction of the grand and divine temple of Lord Shri Ram ji in Ayodhya. He said Maharishi Valmiki ji had the knowledge of the Vedas and was a ‘Brahmgyani’. He taught the humanity to have compassion and kindness towards the exploited and the oppressed.

*State implemented sub-categorisation in reservation for Scheduled Castes: CM*

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said by following the teachings given by Maharishi Valmiki ji for an ideal ruler in the Ramayana, the government is working for the welfare and upliftment of every citizen of Haryana. In accordance with the teachings, ideals and principles of Maharishi Valmiki ji and under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, the state government has worked to uplift deprived people. He said fulfilling the promise of its manifesto, the state government has implemented the classification of reservation for Scheduled Castes into two categories: ‘Deprived Scheduled Castes’ (DSCs) and ‘Other Scheduled Castes’. Out of the 20 per cent quota reserved for Scheduled Castes in direct recruitment in government services, half i.e. 10 per cent quota has been reserved for candidates from Deprived Scheduled Castes. If suitable candidates from Deprived Scheduled Castes are not available, the remaining vacant posts will be filled from among candidates from Other Scheduled Castes. Similarly, if suitable candidates from Other Scheduled Castes are not available, candidates from Deprived Scheduled Castes will be considered to fill the remaining vacant posts. Earlier, the government provided 20 per cent reservation to Scheduled Castes in first and second class posts.

The Chief Minister said today, the people of DSC society have been given respect and work will continue to be done in their interest. On this occasion, he also thanked the people of Maharashtra, who have given another opportunity to Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi to realize the dream of ‘Ram Rajya’. He said the teachings of Lord Valmiki ji are not only an inspiration for us to live our lives but also to work and serve the people.

The Chief Minister, while targeting the Opposition, said the results of the work done by the Opposition during its tenure have come before them today. He assured that the Haryana Government will continue to work for the upliftment of the citizens.

Government will establish Samrasta Virasat Kendras in major cities*

The Chief Minister said to spread the message of Maharishi Valmiki ji and other saints among the new generation, the government is celebrating their birth anniversaries at the state level. For this, the government has started the Sant-Mahapurush Vichar Samman and Prasar Yojana. Under this scheme, the birth anniversaries of saints and great men are being celebrated at the state level. He said the state government will establish Samrasta Virasat Kendras in major cities to propagate the thoughts of great saints like Maharishi Valmiki ji, Sant Kabir Das ji, Sant Ravidas ji and Baba Saheb BR Ambedkar ji.

Salaries of Safai Karamcharis increased*

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said the government has constituted Haryana Rajya Safai Karamchari Aayog to protect the interests of Safai Karamcharis. A provision has been made for an insurance amount of Rs 5 lakh in case of death of Safai Karamcharis on duty and Rs 10 lakh in case of death while doing sewerage work. The Chief Minister said the state government has increased the salary of Safai Karamcharis from Rs 16,000-17,000 to Rs 26,000-27,000. Apart from this, it will also be ensured that 50 per cent of the cleaning contracts in the state are given to Safai Mitras and their groups.

5 lakh houses will be built for poor in urban and rural areas*
Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said 5 lakh houses will be built for the poor in urban and rural areas. He said under the Mukhyamantri Shehri Awas Yojana, 15,250 poor families have been given plots of 30 square yards in 14 cities. A detailed plan to give plots in the remaining cities will be made soon. Similarly, houses are being built under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana to provide a roof over the head of every poor person. Similarly, to provide a roof over the head of every poor, 50 lakh new houses have been given in the last 10 years under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and the keys of 15,000 more houses will be handed over to the eligible persons soon. Not only this, an amount of Rs 80,000 is also given for the repair of houses under Dr. BR Ambedkar Awas Navinikarn Yojana.