India, Sept. 3 -- Bhubaneswar: The Opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) today accused the BJP Government in Odisha of neglecting the upliftment of SC and ST communities, targeting it over delays in the Anwesha scheme and amendments to investigation norms under the SC & ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.
At a press conference held at Shankha Bhawan, BJD Chief Whip and MLA Pramila Mallick alleged despite the academic year 2024-25 beginning five months ago, no grants have been released under the Anwesha scheme, which supports tribal students with school fees, uniforms, books, hostel facilities, and healthcare. She claimed the State Government was deliberately trying to shut down the scheme, terming it "deeply unfortunate."
The Anwesha scheme wa...