As Andhra Pradesh is all set to face the elections to the state assembly and Lok Sabha in another two months, the YSR Congress party government led by chief minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy is making final attempt to woo different sections of voters.
At the Cabinet meeting chaired by Jagan on Wednesday, the government decided to allocate a whopping Rs 5,000 crore for the welfare of women from backward class and marginalised communities.
The disbursement of this money under YSR Cheyutha scheme will be done for the welfare of women belonging to Backward Classes (BC), Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Minority communities between 45 and 60 years of age. This financial provision is expected to uplift and empower marginalised sections of society, the government said.
The cabinet approved the release of funds under the fourth tranche of the YSR Cheyutha Scheme, scheduled for February 16. This welfare programme focuses on providing financial support to women.
Another major decision of the cabinet is to issue a notification for filling up of teacher vacancies through the District Selection Committee (DSCs). In all, 6,100 teaching vacancies would be filled up.
This decision, which fulfils the demands of DSC aspirants, is expected to provide a substantial opportunity for job seekers in Andhra Pradesh. The decision is also set to pacify anger over DSC aspirants over pending vacancies.
The state cabinet also gave its nod for filling 689 vacant positions in the Forest Department. This decision aligns with the government’s commitment to strengthening various sectors, including forestry and environmental conservation.
A noteworthy decision involved the Cabinet’s approval of proposals by the State Investment Promotion Board (SIPB) for investments worth ₹22,302 crore in the power sector.
“This move is anticipated to enhance infrastructure and stimulate economic growth,” a press note from the government said.
The Cabinet also extended the retirement age of non-teaching staff in government universities from 60 years to 62 years.
Further, in a bid to streamline governance at the grassroots-level, the Cabinet made it mandatory for all Gram Panchayats to appoint a Secretary.
