Policy to be formulated by Punjab Government to prevent exploitation of women abroad
The Punjab government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, held its first discussion on formulating a policy to prevent the exploitation of the state’s women in their pursuit of a better life abroad. The Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister, Dr. Baljit Kaur, led the discussion in Jalandhar. During the discussion, several women shared their experiences of being promised jobs and a better life by agents, only to be subjected to various forms of exploitation abroad.
The cabinet minister expressed grief over the situation and assured that the government is making efforts to prevent such frauds in the future. The government will take strict legal action against unauthorized agents and crack down on the problem of fraud from agents. The government is committed to the welfare and safety of women and is implementing various schemes under the Department of Social Security, Women and Child Development. The government is also approving a new scheme to further empower women.
The Sakhi One Stop Centers, which have been opened in various districts of the state, will provide immediate help to women suffering from exploitation. The government will also provide more benefits to women through the Sakhi Van Stamp Center scheme. The Punjab government will not tolerate any exploitation or ill-treatment of women in the state and is taking necessary steps to prevent it.
English Summary: The Punjab government held its first discussion on formulating a policy to prevent the exploitation of the state’s women abroad. The government is committed to the welfare and safety of women and will take strict legal action against unauthorized agents. The government is implementing various schemes to empower women and will provide immediate help to women suffering from exploitation through the Sakhi One Stop Centers.
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