Itanagar, Jan 16 (UNI) Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment, Ramdas Athawale on Wednesday said that 10 per cent reservation by Narendra Modi led NDA Government for the economically weaker section of the general category would not disturb the rights of the SC and STs .
Mr Athawale made this statement during his visit in the East Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh on Wednesday.
While attending a meeting with officials in the Siang Guest House conference hall, Mr Athawale took stock of various central schemes being implemented in the district for enhancement of living standard of STs of Arunachal Pradesh in particular.
The Minister in his maiden address, informed that 10 per cent reservation by Narendra Modi led NDA government for the economically weak upper castes would not disturb the rights of SC and STs, a Government release said.
“Giving privilege to economically backward upper classes would bring harmony, ” Mr Athawale added.
He also informed that Prime Minister has given special emphasis to develop the entire North East region with ten points agenda and Highways, High-speed Internet, Railways, BPOs, Power, Organic food, Assistance, Job creation, Tourism development and Development of rural areas are among them.
Earlier, Deputy Commissioner Tamiyo Tatak presented a detail report of target and achievements of the district while SP Prashant Gautam briefed on law and order situation. DD (ICDS) PE Angu and DDSE updated the minister about implementation and challenges of central and state beneficial schemes.