Jammu And Kashmir Poverty Data Conflict Stalls EWS Quotas
· India · NDTV, Indian Express
Political leaders in Jammu and Kashmir allege that residents are being denied Economically Weaker Section (EWS) certificates due to discrepancies between official below-poverty-line (BPL) data and EWS eligibility criteria. The conflict arises because the definitions used for BPL status do not align with the requirements for EWS certification, effectively excluding many applicants. Critics argue that this mismatch is a deliberate administrative barrier preventing the poor from accessing job quotas. The exact number of affected applicants remains unclear.
Why it matters
The dispute directly impacts job seekers in Jammu and Kashmir who rely on EWS quotas for employment opportunities but are currently unable to secure the necessary documentation.
Read the original report — NDTV
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