Hamirpur (Kameshwar Sharma): The SC Commission’s Urgent Appeal was held at Hamir Bhawan on the final day of a three-day district visit. The meeting focused on the rights of the Scheduled Caste (SC) community and the implementation of welfare schemes.
SC Commission Chairman Kuldeep Kumar, along with members Vijay Dogra, Digvijay Malhotra, and Shalini Jamwal, chaired the session. They reviewed government programs and asked officials for detailed reports on multiple issues.
Strict Review of SC Welfare Schemes
During the SC Commission’s Urgent Appeal, officials reviewed SC welfare scheme implementation across departments.
The Commission examined housing, education support, self-employment, agriculture, horticulture, livestock, and subsidy-based schemes.
Moreover, the Chairman stressed proper use of SC Development Program (SCDP) funds. He stated that the government allocates around 25% of the budget for SC welfare.
Demand for Crime and Legal Reports
The Commission directed police, prosecution, and social justice departments to submit detailed reports on SC-ST Act cases from the last three years.
In addition, Chairman Kuldeep Kumar ordered officials to submit reports within one week. He stressed strict enforcement of the SC-ST Prevention of Atrocities Act.
He also said protecting SC rights remains a top priority.
Focus on Village Development and Records
The Commission also reviewed SC settlements and asked for details on villages without road connectivity.
Officials received instructions to remove caste-based names from government records.
As a result, the Commission emphasized that schemes must avoid caste-linked naming in official documents.
Field Visits and Public Interaction
Earlier, Commission members met local people, sanitation workers, and representatives of urban bodies and panchayats.
They also visited field locations and heard public grievances directly.
They found that several minor issues could have been resolved at the local level.
Therefore, they asked officials to take faster action in such cases.
Strong Commitment to SC Welfare
The Chairman said the SC Commission remains committed to protecting SC rights in Himachal Pradesh.
Moreover, he said the Commission has visited eight districts so far.
He also mentioned action in sensitive cases, including Rohru and Sainj incidents.
Finally, he appreciated the state government’s focus on SC welfare schemes and said cooperation will strengthen social justice.
Conclusion
The SC Commission’s Urgent Appeal highlighted strict monitoring of welfare schemes, faster reporting, and stronger protection of SC rights across Himachal Pradesh.
Key Points – SC Commission Hamirpur Visit
- Three-day visit concluded: The SC Commission held its final review meeting in Hamirpur at Hamir Bhawan.
- Welfare schemes reviewed: Officials checked implementation of education, housing, jobs, and subsidy schemes.
- Strict SC-ST Act reporting: Departments must submit case reports from the last three years within one week.
- Budget utilization stressed: The Commission reviewed SC welfare funds and pushed for proper use.
- Public interaction held: Members met locals and identified issues needing faster resolution.
