Uttarakhand Approves 10% Job Reservation for Agitators

The Uttarakhand Governor has approved a bill granting a 10 percent reservation in government jobs for statehood agitators and their dependents, fulfilling a significant demand from this group. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed gratitude for the approval, emphasizing the sacrifices made by state agitators during the state's formation. This legislation, originally introduced in September 2023, was passed by the assembly after some amendments were made following a Select Committee review. Along with job reservations, the government plans to enhance pensions for state agitators and introduce benefits for their dependents posthumously. The approval has been met with positive reactions from the agitators, who have long awaited this recognition of their contributions. The government reiterates its commitment to prioritizing the welfare of statehood activists.