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Jai Ram Thakur Criticises Himachal Govt Over Women’s Aid Scheme
✍️ The Chenab Times
🗓 15 Nov 2026, 12:32 PM
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Former Himachal chief minister Jai Ram Thakur has publicly rebuked the state government, saying its women‑aid initiatives are insufficient and poorly implemented.
Former Himachal Pradesh chief minister Jai Ram Thakur took to public statements this week to denounce the state government's recent women’s aid programmes. He argued that the schemes lack adequate funding and fail to reach the most vulnerable sections of society.
Thakur highlighted gaps in implementation, suggesting that the benefits announced by the administration are not translating into tangible support for women in rural and urban areas. He urged the current government to reassess its approach and allocate resources more effectively.
The criticism comes amid growing concerns across the state about gender‑focused welfare measures. While officials have defended the initiatives as steps toward empowerment, Thakur’s remarks have sparked a debate on the adequacy of policy design and execution.
No official response from the Himachal government has been released at the time of reporting, leaving the issue open for further political discussion.
Thakur highlighted gaps in implementation, suggesting that the benefits announced by the administration are not translating into tangible support for women in rural and urban areas. He urged the current government to reassess its approach and allocate resources more effectively.
The criticism comes amid growing concerns across the state about gender‑focused welfare measures. While officials have defended the initiatives as steps toward empowerment, Thakur’s remarks have sparked a debate on the adequacy of policy design and execution.
No official response from the Himachal government has been released at the time of reporting, leaving the issue open for further political discussion.