Chandigarh, Oct. 18 -- Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday announced a grant of Rs 21 lakh for Namdev Bhawan in Chandigarh and said the government was committed to expanding educational, employment and welfare opportunities for backward communities.
Addressing a programme marking the 756th Prakashotsav of Sant Shiromani Namdev Maharaj at Namdev Bhawan in Sector 21, Saini said the saint's teachings of equality, brotherhood, humanity and dignity of labour remained relevant for building a harmonious society.
He said the government had fulfilled 70 promises during its two-year tenure, while work on 143 others was underway. He also assured positive consideration of a memorandum of demands submitted by Haryana Namdev Sabha president Satbir Verma.
Highlighting measures for Other Backward Classes, Saini said the annual income limit for the creamy layer among backward classes in Haryana had been increased from Rs 6 lakh to Rs 8 lakh. He also cited 27 per cent reservation in government jobs and provisions for BC-A representation in local bodies.
The Chief Minister said the government was organising celebrations of prominent saints and social reformers to familiarise younger generations with their teachings. He urged youth to focus on education, skill development and entrepreneurship.
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