Proposal to allocate 9,340 crore for the welfare of marginalized sections
Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh, March 26-
Punjab’s cabinet mnister Dr. Baljit Kaur praised the budget presented by FM Harpal Singh Cheema, describing it as a crucial initiative for the welfare of the common people, financially struggling families, and marginalized communities.
Dr. Baljit Kaur highlighted that the PSCFC has announced a complete waiver of loans taken until March 31, 2020, providing significant relief to 4,650 beneficiaries. She emphasized that this decision would help distressed families regain financial stability.
She further stated that the government has allocated 9,340 crore to ensure social justice and equality. These funds will be utilized to provide financial assistance to the elderly, widows, destitute women, orphaned children, and persons with disabilities.
Dr. Baljit Kaur also commended the budget’s focus on women’s convenience and economic empowerment. She noted that the free bus travel facility, which has played a vital role in enhancing women’s mobility and economic independence, will continue in the coming year. Over the past year, more than 12 crore women have benefited from this initiative, for which ₹450 crore has been earmarked.
