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Hindustan Times
11-07-2025
- Hindustan Times
Haryana rejects claim under ‘DAYALU Scheme', human rights body seeks report
Taking cognizance of 'arbitrary rejection' of a claim filed under the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Antyodaya Parivar Suraksha Yojana (DAYALU) by a 'deserving complainant', the Haryana Human Rights Commission (HHRC) has sought detailed reports from concerned authorities. The case will come up for the resumed hearing on August 21. (Getty Images/iStockphoto) According to the HHRC spokesperson, the complainant had informed the Commission that his claim was rejected due to a mismatch in the age of his deceased father as recorded in the death certificate and the family ID. The complainant submitted that this discrepancy was a clerical error, which has since been rectified. Despite presenting the corrected death certificate, the authorities failed to reopen or reconsider the claim, the spokesperson said. In his order, the HHRC chairperson justice (retd) Lalit Batra observed that such welfare schemes are aimed at providing social protection to economically weaker sections. 'The rejection of the complainant's claim despite documentary compliance defeats the very purpose of the scheme and reflects non-adherence to its guidelines by the implementing agency… As state instrumentalities, the respondent authorities are duty-bound to ensure timely delivery of welfare benefits, especially to economically weaker sections, instant case reflects procedural unfairness and administrative apathy, resulting in a breach of basic human rights,' reads the order. The HHRC has directed the concerned authorities to submit reports, explaining the reasons why the claim was not reconsidered despite correction of records. The case will come up for the resumed hearing on August 21.
Hindustan Times
10-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Haryana human rights panel seeks report on rejection of claim under Dayalu scheme
Chandigarh, The Haryana Human Rights Commission has taken cognisance of the "arbitrary rejection" of a claim regarding a clerical error in a death certificate filed under the state's Dayalu scheme, and has sought detailed reports from the concerned authorities. Haryana human rights panel seeks report on rejection of claim under Dayalu scheme The complainant was attempting to claim financial assistance under the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Antyodaya Parivar Suraksha Yojana scheme after the death of his father. He informed the commission that his claim was rejected due to a mismatch in his father's age as recorded in the death certificate and the family ID. He submitted that the discrepancy was a clerical error, which has since been rectified. However, despite presenting the corrected death certificate, the authorities failed to reopen or reconsider the claim. The Haryana government had notified the Dayalu scheme over two years ago to provide financial assistance to families with an annual income of less than ₹1.80 lakh in case of death or permanent disability of a family member. Justice Lalit Batra, Chairperson of the Commission, observed that such welfare schemes are aimed at providing social protection to economically weaker sections. In his order dated July 8, Justice Batra said the rejection of the complainant's claim "defeats the very purpose of the scheme." "The denial of financial assistance under the welfare scheme, despite the complainant's compliance and correction of official records, amounts to a violation of his right to life with dignity under Article 21 of the Constitution," the order stated. "As state instrumentalities, the respondent authorities are duty-bound to ensure the timely delivery of welfare benefits, especially to economically weaker sections. The instant case reflects procedural unfairness and administrative apathy, resulting in a breach of basic human rights," it added. The commission found prima facie merit in the complainant's grievance, indicating an unjustified rejection and potential denial of welfare entitlements in violation of basic human rights. Meanwhile, Dr Puneet Arora, Protocol, Information and Public Relations Officer of the Commission, said that reports have been called from the Chief Executive Officer, Haryana Parivar Suraksha Nyas , the Deputy Commissioner, Jind, and the Administrative Officer, Haryana Parivar Suraksha Nyas . The authorities have been directed to explain why the claim was not reconsidered despite the correction of records, clarify provisions for review under the scheme, and outline steps to avoid such lapses in the future. The commission has further directed that the case be reviewed promptly, ensuring the complainant's participation in the process and the timely facilitation of necessary formalities. The next date of hearing has been fixed for August 21, 2025. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
Hindustan Times
05-06-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Sterilisation halted: Panchkula grapples with rising stray dog menace
Residents of Panchkula are increasingly carrying sticks for protection during their morning and evening walks, a direct consequence of a surging stray dog population and a two-month halt in sterilisation efforts. As per the livestock Census-2019, there were 2,340 dogs in Panchkula. An MC official informed, no new survey was conducted recently. The municipal corporation (MC) acknowledged the stalled sterilization drive, stating that a new tender is currently undergoing technical scrutiny and will be allotted soon. Meanwhile, daily dog bite cases at civil hospital, Sector-6, range from 12 to 15. Mayor Kulbhushan Goyal said 300 to 400 dog bite cases are reported every month. Despite a November 2023 directive from the Punjab and Haryana high court mandating compensation for dog bite victims (minimum ₹10,000 per tooth mark and ₹20,000 per 0.2 cm wound where flesh is torn), the district administration currently lacks a clear policy or dedicated funds for such compensation. Sources indicate the local administration has sought guidance from the chief secretary on policy formulation. While applications for compensation are being considered, it remains undecided whether the policy will cover victims retrospectively. Goyal added that the MC is prepared to provide compensation but is unable to do so without a decision from higher authorities. However, the state government's Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Antyodaya Parivar Suraksha Yojana (DAYALU) scheme does offer financial assistance to families who have suffered accidental death or permanent disability due to stray animals, including dog bites. However, this scheme covers only those families with an annual income below ₹1.80 lakh. A health officer from the MC informed that around 2,000 dogs were sterilised last year at the Sukhdarshanpur village centre. The Animal Birth Control (ABC) and Anti-Rabies Vaccination (ARV) programmes, costing ₹1,500 per dog for sterilisation, are outsourced to firms responsible for catching and releasing the dogs at the same location post-procedure. Experts suggest that public affection and feeding of street dogs inadvertently contribute to their increased numbers as they tend to settle and multiply in those areas. Colonel SK Datta (retired), RWA president of Sector 12, emphasised the difficulty for residents to use parks and even roads due to the escalating stray dog presence, making carrying a stick a 'necessary' precaution.
