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Politics
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann pledges to continue women's scheme, free power, merit jobs
✍️ India Today
🗓 06 Oct 2026, 01:33 AM
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Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann affirmed his commitment to continue the women's welfare scheme, provide free electricity, and fill government posts on merit. He said these steps are part of his welfare agenda for the state.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced that his government will continue the existing women's welfare scheme. He emphasized that the scheme aims to support women's empowerment across the state.
Mann also reiterated the promise of free electricity supply to households, stating that it will help reduce the financial burden on families. He added that the provision remains a key part of his administration's welfare policies.
Furthermore, the Chief Minister vowed to fill government vacancies strictly on merit, ensuring transparent and fair recruitment processes. He said merit-based jobs are essential for good governance and public trust.
No further details about the schemes or timelines were provided in the lead.
Mann also reiterated the promise of free electricity supply to households, stating that it will help reduce the financial burden on families. He added that the provision remains a key part of his administration's welfare policies.
Furthermore, the Chief Minister vowed to fill government vacancies strictly on merit, ensuring transparent and fair recruitment processes. He said merit-based jobs are essential for good governance and public trust.
No further details about the schemes or timelines were provided in the lead.