Executive Summary:
This document presents the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment's response to questions raised in Lok Sabha regarding funds allocated and utilized under the Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhyuday Yojana (PMAJAY), specifically in Uttar Pradesh. It provides details on fund allocation, hostel construction, and assistance to Scheduled Caste (SC) youth since 2022. The information covers the period from 2021-22 to 2025-26.
Key Points / Main Content:
* **PMAJAY Fund Allocation:**
* Central Assistance under PMAJAY is released to State Governments/Union Territory Administrations, not at the district level.
* State-wise details of funds released and utilized under the scheme's three components since 2021-22 are provided in an annexure.
* **Hostel Construction:**
* Six hostels have been sanctioned under the Hostel Component of PMAJAY since 2022-23.
* Completion timelines for these hostels are not yet due.
* District-wise details of sanctioned hostels in Uttar Pradesh since 2022-23 include:
* Sultanpur: One girls' hostel (100 beneficiaries)
* Firozabad: One girls' hostel (100 beneficiaries), three boys' hostels (50 beneficiaries each)
* Jaunpur: One boys' hostel (60 beneficiaries)
* Hathras: One boys' hostel (50 beneficiaries)
* **Grants-in-Aid (GIA) Component:**
* Since 2022-23, ₹65.38 crore has been released to the Government of Uttar Pradesh for 110 projects.
* These projects include 56 Income Generation initiatives and 54 Skill Development initiatives.
* A total of 2,36,030 individuals have benefited, with 1,18,165 under Income Generation and 1,17,865 under Skill Development.
* The Perspective Plan of Uttar Pradesh for ₹373.81 crore has been approved, and ₹65.38 crore has been released for skilling and livelihood generation activities.
* **Ministry Mandate:**
* The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment is responsible for the welfare, social justice, and economic empowerment of disadvantaged groups.
* Beneficiaries include Scheduled Castes, Other Backward Classes, senior citizens, and individuals affected by substance abuse across various States and Union Territories, including Uttar Pradesh.
Impact Analysis:
State Governments/Union Territory Administrations:
* Impact: Responsible for utilizing funds released under PMAJAY for the welfare of disadvantaged groups.
* Action Required: Ensure proper utilization of funds as per scheme guidelines and provide timely reports on fund utilization.
Government of Uttar Pradesh:
* Impact: Recipient of funds for various projects including Income Generation and Skill Development initiatives.
* Action Required: Implement approved projects effectively, monitor progress, and ensure benefits reach the targeted beneficiaries, including SC youth.
Scheduled Caste (SC) Youth in Uttar Pradesh:
* Impact: Beneficiaries of training, entrepreneurship assistance, and hostel facilities under PMAJAY.
* Action Required: Participate actively in the provided programs to enhance skills, generate income, and improve overall socio-economic status.
Key Entities Referenced
Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhyuday Yojana PMAJAY: A central government scheme for the welfare and development of Scheduled Castes.
Uttar Pradesh: A state in India, focus of the funds and projects mentioned in the document.
SHRI PUSHPENDRA SAROJ: Member of Parliament who raised the question about PMAJAY funds.
SHRI RAMDAS ATHAWALE: Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment who provided the answer to the question.
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment: The central government department responsible for the scheme and welfare of disadvantaged groups.
K.N.I, Sultanpur: Name of a girls' hostel sanctioned in Sultanpur district, Uttar Pradesh.
Sofipur, Firoazabad: Name of a girls' hostel sanctioned in Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh.
Jaunpur: A district in Uttar Pradesh where a boys' hostel was sanctioned.