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Govt Creates Wholesome System for SCs, STs from Early Age: Dr Jitendra Singh

Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh announced the government has created a wholesome system for SCs, STs from an early age. Speaking at a chamber of commerce event, he urged marginalized communities to move beyond government jobs and explore entrepreneurship. He highlighted schemes like PM Jan Dhan, Mudra, and Vishwakarma Yojana for socio-economic upliftment. The minister noted increased aspirations and success in competitive exams among these groups.

Key Points: Wholesome System for SCs, STs from Early Age: Dr Jitendra Singh

  • Govt created wholesome system for SCs, STs from early age
  • Minister urges marginalized communities to explore entrepreneurship
  • PM Jan Dhan, Mudra, Vishwakarma Yojana highlighted
  • Increased aspirations and success in competitive exams noted
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Govt has created 'wholesome system' for SCs, STs from early age: Dr Jitendra Singh

Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh says govt has created a wholesome system for SCs, STs from early age, with schemes like PM Jan Dhan, Mudra, and Vishwakarma Yojana.

"The Government has created a wholesome system for weaker sections, including SCs and STs for handholding and supporting them right from the early age. - Dr Jitendra Singh"

New Delhi, April 25

Union Minister of State for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, Dr. Jitendra Singh, on Saturday said the government has put in place a wholesome system to support Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and other weaker sections right from an early age, enabling them to progress through sustained handholding and targeted interventions.

Speaking at the launch of the Jammu and Kashmir chapter of the Dr. Ambedkar Chamber of Commerce at University of Jammu, Singh stressed the need to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset among marginalized communities.

He urged them to move beyond a traditional dependence on government jobs and instead explore opportunities in enterprise and investment, leveraging schemes introduced by the government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

"The Government has created a wholesome system for weaker sections, including SCs and STs for handholding and supporting them right from the early age," he said.

"The members of marginalised sections should move beyond reliance solely on government employment and actively explore opportunities in entrepreneurship and enterprise development," he stated.

The minister highlighted that several flagship initiatives have been rolled out with a clear focus on socio-economic upliftment.

He cited the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana as a major financial inclusion drive and the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana as a transformative effort to improve access to credit.

He also referred to the PM Vishwakarma Yojana, which aims to preserve traditional skills while creating sustainable livelihoods.

"The statistical evidence reflects the positive impact of these schemes on the socio-economic advancement of Dalits and other marginalised groups," Dr. Singh explained.

According to Dr. Singh, these initiatives have begun to show measurable results, with increased aspirations visible among members of marginalised communities.

"Individuals from humble backgrounds are now performing well in competitive examinations, including civil services, reflecting broader social empowerment," he said.

"The need to expand outreach so that more people can benefit from such opportunities," he stated.

- IANS

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Priya S
I'm a first-generation graduate from my SC family. The scholarships and coaching support helped me crack JEE. But reservation alone isn't enough - we need quality education in government schools first. Happy to see the govt focusing on skill development too. 🇮🇳
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James A
As an NRI following Indian developments, this seems like a positive direction. Moving from 'jobs for Dalits' to 'entrepreneurs for Dalits' is a mindset shift India needs. PM Vishwakarma Yojana preserving traditional skills while making them marketable is smart.
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Sneha F
Handholding sounds good in theory, but ground reality is different. My uncle from ST community in Odisha still struggles to get even basic bank account. Jan Dhan Yojana is great, but digital literacy is missing. Aadhaar linking hassles too. Government needs to simplify processes.
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Rajesh Q
From my experience as a social worker in rural Maharashtra, these schemes are transformative BUT implementation is patchy. Many SC/ST families still think government jobs are the only path to dignity. Dr Singh's message to embrace entrepreneurship is exactly what we need. More field visits by ministers would help spread the word.
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Michael C
Interesting to see Indian government's approach compared to Western affirmative action. The emphasis on financial inclusion (Jan Dhan) and credit access (Mudra) rather than just quotas seems more sustainable. But without addressing caste discrimination in markets, can Dalit entrepreneurs truly thrive? That's the real challenge.

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