Nair Service Society Calls for National Commission for Economically Weaker Sections

The Nair Service Society (NSS) has urged the Indian government to establish a National Commission for economically weaker sections in forward communities, similar to existing commissions for SC/ST and minority groups. The resolution also proposes a National EWS Development Corporation for financial and educational advancement. NSS emphasizes economic reservation over caste-based reservation.

The Nair Service Society (NSS), representing Kerala's influential Nair community, has appealed to the central government to form a National Commission dedicated to the concerns of economically weaker sections in advanced communities.

During an annual gathering commemorating Mannam Jayanthi, a resolution was passed urging the creation of this Commission, drawing parallels to existing commissions for SC/ST and minorities, according to NSS General Secretary G Sukumaran Nair.

The resolution also advocates for the founding of a National EWS Development Corporation to manage state-backed projects and offer affordable loans, enhancing the socio-economic standing of these groups. NSS continues to champion economic over caste reservations.

(With inputs from agencies.)