Empowering OBCs: Government's Commitment to Inclusive Growth

The government ensures 27% reservation for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in civil services recruitment, as stated by Minister B L Verma. It also provides educational and financial support through schemes like PM-YASASVI and SHREYAS-OBC, focusing on scholarships and hostels for OBC students.

The Indian government has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusivity by reserving 27% of civil service recruitment seats for Other Backward Classes (OBCs), a policy informed to the Lok Sabha by Minister B L Verma.

This initiative is part of a broader suite of welfare programs focused on advancing the educational and economic opportunities for OBCs, including the PM Young Achievers' Scholarship Award Scheme for Vibrant India (PM-YASASVI) and the Scholarships for Higher Education for Young Achievers Scheme (SHREYAS-OBC).

By providing pre-matric, post-matric scholarships, and support for overseas studies, the government aims to uplift socially and educationally backward classes. Minister Verma highlighted ongoing evaluations of these schemes to ensure they meet the community's needs effectively.

(With inputs from agencies.)