More schemes needed for economically backward: MLA Pargat Singh

Tribune News Service

Jalandhar, November 7

The Jagda Punjab held a seminar ‘Future of Dalits and Minorities in Indian Democracy’ on Saturday. The event was organised at Desh Bhagat Yadgar Hall.

MLA Pargat Singh said Punjab’s economic condition was dwindling and spoke on the need to have more social and welfare schemes for economically backward groups.

Prof Manjit Singh threw light on the objectives of the Jagda Punjab and appealed people to join the platform.

Appurva Anand explained how Indian democracy marked by communal fissures weakens secular fabric.

He exposed the hypocrisy of Indian politics by citing opposing response to victories of Indians in foreign political institutions and election of foreign originated Indian politician. He pointed out that venality of minorities under the present rule of majority community asserts its domination against violating the constitution spirit. Asserting the states’ rights over centralisation of political power, he said what’s wrong if various cultures identify with their own cultural flags and symbols while also respecting tricolour.