The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) until 2030-31, along with a ₹53,428 crore budgetary allocation, according to a social-media by @pushkardhami.
the decision was taken under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It welcomed the Prime Minister and the Union Cabinet for approving the programme’s continuation.
Who the programme is intended to support
The message identified poor people, older citizens, widows and persons with disabilities as the groups that would receive social-security support through the programme.
It described the decision as an important step towards providing social security and helping these groups live safer and more dignified lives. did not provide further details about the specific assistance, eligibility rules or distribution arrangements.
What happens next
The approved continuation means NSAP is intended to remain in operation through 2030-31, supported by the stated budgetary allocation of ₹53,428 crore. Further programme details were not included in the announcement.
Conclusion
The reported Cabinet decision extends NSAP to 2030-31 with a ₹53,428 crore allocation, with the stated focus on social security for poor people, older citizens, widows and persons with disabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is NSAP?
NSAP is the National Social Assistance Programme.
Q. Until when has NSAP been approved to continue?
The programme has been approved to continue until 2030-31.
Q. What budgetary allocation was approved?
The stated budgetary allocation is ₹53,428 crore.
Q. Who chaired the Cabinet meeting mentioned in the announcement?
The announcement said the Cabinet was chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Q. Which groups were identified as beneficiaries?
identified poor people, older citizens, widows and persons with disabilities as intended beneficiaries.
Q. What objective was highlighted?
The announcement highlighted social security and safer, more dignified lives for the identified groups.
