Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh, December 27-
Dr. Baljit Kaur, cabinet minister, highlighted the significant achievements of the Punjab Government, led by CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, in 2024 towards ensuring the welfare, empowerment, and health of women, children, and senior citizens across the state.
The Minister emphasized that under the Old Age Pension and other financial assistance schemes, beneficiaries receive 1500 per month as pension. By November 2024, nearly 34.09 lakh beneficiaries have been supported, with 4532.60 crore disbursed transparently through the Public Financial Management System.
Dr. Baljit Kaur stated, “The purpose of the Punjab Government's free bus travel scheme for women is to instill a sense of self-confidence and security among them. Over 1 crore women benefit from this facility every month.”
Cabinet Minister added to enhance employment opportunities and promote health awareness among women, the government launched the “Health, Hygiene and Awareness Camps” initiative on December 2, 2024, beginning in District Sri Muktsar Sahib. These camps will gradually expand to all districts. Sri Muktsar Sahib camp saw participation from seven companies, where 209 women were interviewed, 134 were shortlisted, and 28 secured jobs.
