Kullu, June 29 -- Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Sunday stated that the BJP-led Union Government has introduced various welfare schemes for tribal and minorities while reiterating Prime Minister Narendra Modi's commitment towards the mountain regions.

Rijiju informed about the ongoing road construction works from Kaza to Kelong and stated that this would help improve the state's connectivity with National Highways.

"We have introduced various schemes for tribals and minorities, especially for the youth... PM Modi always had a focus on the mountain regions... Our former Chief Minister, Jairam Thakur, also launched a sewerage scheme in Keylong with us, along with the local MP, Kangana Ranaut. We also got the opportunity to meet the party ...