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Punjab CM Breaks Transport Monopoly: 505 Mini-Bus Permits for Unemployed Youth

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has handed over 505 mini-bus permits to unemployed youth. This move is part of the Rozgar Kranti Scheme and aims to break the monopoly of major players in the transport sector. The CM stated these permits were distributed fairly to empower youth from ordinary families. He also contrasted this with past governments, which he accused of issuing permits only to their close associates.

Key Points: Bhagwant Mann Gives 505 Mini-Bus Permits to Punjab Youth

  • 505 permits given to empower youth from common families in a free, fair process
  • Initiative aims to break monopoly of major players in Punjab's transport sector
  • Part of Rozgar Kranti Scheme, with 1,165 permits approved since March 2022
  • CM claims 58,000 government jobs given without corruption or nepotism
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Punjab CM Mann hands over 505 mini-bus permits to unemployed youth

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann hands over 505 mini-bus permits to unemployed youth under the Rozgar Kranti Scheme, aiming to break transport monopolies.

"Now this trend has been broken as an honest government which is committed for the well-being of all is at the helm of affairs. - CM Bhagwant Mann"

Chandigarh, Dec 19

In an initiative aimed at ending the monopoly of major players in the transport sector, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Friday handed over 505 mini-bus permits to unemployed youth under the Rozgar Kranti Scheme.

During a government event here, Chief Minister Mann said this is a historic milestone as the state government has started the Rozgar Kranti with this self-employment initiative.

"The Transport Department has approved 1,165 small stage carriage permits from March 2022 till date and today 505 youngsters are getting permits under the Small Stage Carriage Permit Scheme. These permits were handed over in a free and fair manner to empower these youth from the common families," he added.

Congratulating the youths who received the permits, the Chief Minister said this step would boost the economy, including petrol pump operators, bus operators and other allied areas.

"Earlier students had to face difficulties for lack of buses, now the state government has started school buses for girl students," he added.

CM Mann said the state government has allotted work of recarpetting of 43,000 km total roads, including 19,000 km rural roads, with condition of five-year road maintenance.

The Chief Minister added that 58,000 youths got government jobs without any corruption, nepotism or recommendations, adding that during previous governments such bus permits were issued only to the blue-eyed, who were close to the ruling government.

He said that the previous governments made this business as a family affair by issuing the permits to their loved ones and then monopolising this business.

"Now this trend has been broken as an honest government which is committed for the well-being of all is at the helm of affairs," CM Mann added.

Speaking on the recently conducted local body polls in Punjab, the Chief Minister said, "Recent local bodies elections were conducted in a free and fair manner and some of the candidates secured their seats by a margin of two or three votes. The Opposition is unnecessarily making a hue and cry over the issue as they have been rejected by the people of Punjab. People of the state, especially in rural areas, have voted for the development and the works rather than mere lip service."

- IANS

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Rahul R
Good step, but execution is key. Just handing over permits isn't enough. The government must ensure these youth aren't crushed by existing operators or by high operational costs. Need a proper support system.
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Aman W
Finally! For decades, bus permits were only for the politically connected. My cousin tried for one 5 years ago and gave up. This Rozgar Kranti Scheme seems transparent. Hope it reaches every district.
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Priyanka N
The focus on school buses for girls is very welcome. In our village, girls often drop out because of unsafe travel. If these mini-buses also serve school routes, it will be a double benefit. 👏
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David E
Interesting to see this model. Creating micro-entrepreneurs in transport can boost rural connectivity and the local economy significantly. The multiplier effect on petrol pumps and mechanics is real. Hope the road recarpeting work supports this.
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Karan T
While the intent is good, I'm skeptical. The CM is mixing this announcement with local body poll rhetoric. Let's see if these permits are truly distributed without any bias and if the beneficiaries are tracked for success. Promises are easy.
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Nisha Z
As a parent, better bus service is a relief! The monopoly meant poor service and high fares. More operators

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