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Karnataka minister warns Ballari officials over poor job scheme progress
Karnataka minister warns Ballari officials over poor job scheme progress
Rural Development Minister Eshwar Khandre has directed officials in Ballari district to ensure every eligible worker gets employment under the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) scheme to prevent distress…
The Story in Brief
Rural Development Minister Eshwar Khandre has directed officials in Ballari district to ensure every eligible worker gets employment under the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) scheme to prevent distress migration. The district has achieved only 46% of its 51.3 lakh person-day target for the current year, with Ballari taluk particularly lagging.
Khandre warned that officials would be held accountable if people migrate due to lack of work. He said funds were no constraint, with Rs 1,200 crore released by the state and Rs 1,700 crore by the Centre. He also instructed officials to complete e-KYC for all active job cards and ensure timely wage payments.
The Indian Opinion
The minister's tough talk is welcome, but Ballari's 46% target achievement suggests deeper bottlenecks in planning and execution. Officials often cite delayed action plans and incomplete e-KYC as excuses. Khandre's warning that they will be held responsible for migration is a strong signal, but similar threats have been made before. The real test will be whether the district can generate five to six lakh person-days per month in the next quarter and complete e-KYC for all 1.84 lakh active job cards. Only then will the scheme truly stem distress migration.
Source: thehindu.com
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