India, Sept. 18 -- The Government of India has issued a release:

Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment, Shri B. L. Verma has said that Central Government is committed to 'Vanchiton Ko Variyata' - giving priority to the deprived - by ensuring that people who have historically remained underserved or overlooked receive the assistance and support to which they are entitled.

Addressing the gathering in connection with the Swachhata Hi Seva campaign in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, with the objective of promoting the message, 'Honour for Safai Mitras, Resolve for Swachh Bharat', the Minister highlighted the National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) Scheme, which seeks to ensure the dignity and safety of sanita...