New Delhi, Jan 31 (UNI) The construction of 12 crore toilets under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, 10 crore free LPG connections under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, ration for 80 crore needy citizens, the Saubhagya Yojana, and the Jal Jeevan Mission have instilled confidence among the poor to lead a dignified life, President Droupadi Murmu said on Friday.
Addressing the joint session of Parliament, the President said, “Due to such efforts, 25 crore people have overcome poverty and are moving forward in life. They have formed a Neo Middle Class, a group that is infusing new energy into India’s growth journey.”
“Development is truly meaningful when its benefits reach the person standing at the last rung of society,” She added, emphasising that this is the essence of Antyodaya, to which my government has been unwaveringly committed.