Mysore/Mysuru, April 26 -- Deputy Commissioner (DC) G. Lakshmikanth Reddy has directed officials to ensure that benefits under the Prime Minister's 15-Point Programme transparently reach eligible minority beneficiaries.

He was chairing a progress review meeting of the programme at the Zilla Panchayat (ZP) Hall in the city.

The DC asked officials to create greater awareness about schemes offered by the Department of Minority Welfare, as well as various boards and corporations. He stressed that beneficiary selection must be transparent and strictly adhere to guidelines.

Under the Ashraya Scheme, those without sites within Gram Panchayat limits will be considered for allotment, while in urban areas, beneficiaries will be provided housing ...