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Discrimination Alleged in Punjab's ₹750 Crore Rural Development Scheme
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 28 Sep 2026, 02:36 AM
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Officials in Punjab face accusations of discriminatory practices in the rollout of a 750‑crore rural development programme, according to reports from Mohali.
Mohali-based news outlets reported that the Punjab government’s flagship rural development scheme, earmarked with a budget of ₹750 crore, is under scrutiny for alleged discriminatory treatment of beneficiaries. The accusations centre on claims that certain villages or communities are being favoured while others are excluded from scheme benefits.
The grievance was raised by local leaders who say the selection criteria lack transparency and appear to be influenced by political or social affiliations. They have demanded an independent audit and a clear, publicly disclosed framework for fund allocation.
State officials have not commented in detail, but a spokesperson indicated that the government is reviewing the concerns and will ensure that the scheme adheres to its intended equitable objectives. The matter is expected to be examined by the relevant departmental committee in the coming weeks.
If the allegations are substantiated, the controversy could impact the scheme’s implementation timeline and raise broader questions about governance of large‑scale rural initiatives in the state.
The grievance was raised by local leaders who say the selection criteria lack transparency and appear to be influenced by political or social affiliations. They have demanded an independent audit and a clear, publicly disclosed framework for fund allocation.
State officials have not commented in detail, but a spokesperson indicated that the government is reviewing the concerns and will ensure that the scheme adheres to its intended equitable objectives. The matter is expected to be examined by the relevant departmental committee in the coming weeks.
If the allegations are substantiated, the controversy could impact the scheme’s implementation timeline and raise broader questions about governance of large‑scale rural initiatives in the state.