Empowering the Marginalized: A New Chapter in Sanitation and Healthcare

Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Virender Kumar, visited Jammu to distribute PPE kits and health cards to sanitation workers. His visit highlights the government's commitment to empowering marginalized communities, ensuring their safety and dignity, and aligning with India's vision of inclusive development.

Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Virender Kumar, paid a visit to Jammu to distribute vital Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) kits and Ayushman health cards to Sewer and Septic Tank Workers (SSWs). These distributions are part of the National Action for Mechanized Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) scheme, aiming to elevate the safety and dignity of sanitation workers.

During his visit, Kumar met with the Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha to discuss initiatives ensuring dignity and empowerment for Safai Karamcharis. The efforts align with the government's 'Vanchiton Ko Variyata' mission, focusing on the historically underserved, as part of the broader 'Viksit Bharat' vision.

Kumar also toured an outreach center working under the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction, reaffirming the government's dedication to building an equitable society where every citizen can partake in the nation's progress. This commitment reflects in providing occupational safety gear and healthcare benefits to frontline workers.