Speech in English - HP Police

51. Speaker Sir, in our previous tenure, we had started
State Housing Scheme in the name of Rajiv Awas Yojana.
But in 2008, the BJP Government changed the name of
the scheme. Now, I announce that the scheme will be
renamed as Rajiv Awas Yojana. I further announce to
enhance the grant under this scheme from `48500 to
`75000. Under various housing schemes, 10000 houses
will be sanctioned in the state during 2013-14.
52. Keeping in view the important services provided
by the Block Development Officers for monitoring of
development works, I announce a bi-monthly
reimbursement of `350 to them for use of mobile phone
under HP Government CUG scheme.
53. To ensure that Gram Panchayat offices remain
open on every working day, I announce that during the
next financial year, 200 Panchayat Sahayaks will be
recruited so that every Gram Panchayat in the State has
either a Panchayat Sahayak or a Secretary.
54. The State Government will provide proper
accommodation for Panchayat Ghars in each Panchayat
of the State. Therefore, the Rajiv Seva Kendra will be
constructed in those Gram Panchayats which are without
Panchayat Ghars or having inadequate accommodation.
55. The State Government is committed to strengthen
the democracy at the grassroots level by devolving
necessary funds to the PRIs. The interim report of 4 th
State Finance Commission has been received and I am
glad to inform you that its recommendations have been
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