Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini Announces 20% Job Quota for Scheduled Castes
Chandigarh (Haryana), August 18: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced that the state cabinet has accepted the Haryana Scheduled Caste Commission Report. This report includes a 20% quota in government jobs for scheduled castes, with 10% of this quota allocated to the deprived scheduled castes.
During a press conference in Chandigarh, Saini stated, “Today, the Haryana Scheduled Caste Commission Report was accepted by the cabinet. A 20% quota in government jobs will be reserved for scheduled castes, with the commission recommending that 10% of this quota be allocated to the deprived scheduled castes.”
This rule will be implemented after the assembly elections, which are set for October 1, with counting on October 4. Saini also mentioned that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is prepared for the election and confident of forming the government for the third time in the state.
“The assembly election dates have been announced, and I welcome this. The BJP is ready for the elections, and we will form the government in Haryana for the third time. Over the last 10 years, we have developed Haryana without any discrimination. Instead of misleading the public, the opposition should focus on their achievements. I appeal to the people to participate in the elections with enthusiasm,” he said.
Saini further added that the state government has introduced the Gambling Prevention Ordinance to curb gambling and betting in the state. Under this ordinance, those found guilty could face up to seven years in jail or a fine of up to Rs 7 lakh.
Later that day, while addressing a rally in Hansi, Saini expressed confidence in the BJP’s chances, stating, “I believe that your support will help us form the BJP government for the third time. Those who are corrupt are questioning us. Our double-engine government has transformed Hansi over the last 10 years.”
He also accused the Congress and former CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda of setting up a “Recruitment Stop Gang” and creating “hurdles in every recruitment by taking it to court.” Saini concluded by stating that the government has “provided employment to the children of poor mothers without any cost and ensured lifelong jobs for 1.20 lakh youths under Haryana Kaushal Rozgar Nigam.”
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Haryana -: Haryana is a state in northern India. It is known for its rich culture and history.
Chief Minister -: A Chief Minister is the head of the government in an Indian state. They are like the captain of a team, making important decisions for the state.
Nayab Singh Saini -: Nayab Singh Saini is the Chief Minister of Haryana. He is a leader who helps run the state government.
Scheduled Castes -: Scheduled Castes are groups of people in India who have been historically disadvantaged. The government gives them special help to improve their lives.
Quota -: A quota is a certain number or percentage of something that is reserved for a specific group. In this case, 20% of government jobs are reserved for Scheduled Castes.
Government jobs -: Government jobs are jobs where people work for the government, like teachers, police officers, or clerks.
Assembly elections -: Assembly elections are when people in a state vote to choose their leaders. These leaders make laws and decisions for the state.
BJP -: BJP stands for Bharatiya Janata Party. It is one of the major political parties in India.
Gambling Prevention Ordinance -: An ordinance is a rule or law. The Gambling Prevention Ordinance is a law to stop illegal gambling activities.
Opposition -: The opposition is the group of political parties that are not in power. They often challenge and question the decisions of the ruling party.