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Arunachal Pradesh to Provide ₹1,500 Monthly Aid to Orphans, Increases Pension for Elderly

The Arunachal Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Pema Khandu, has approved an expansion of the Chief Minister’s Bal Seva Scheme (CMBSS) and an increase in pensions under the Chief Minister’s Social Security Scheme (CMSSS). The decision, made during a state cabinet meeting on Wednesday, aims to provide financial support to orphans, senior citizens, widows, and people with disabilities, according to an official statement.

Parents of Muscular Dystrophy Patients Rally in Delhi, Urge Access to Costly Life-Saving Treatment

Over 200 parents from 26 states gathered at Jantar Mantar on Wednesday, demanding urgent access to life-saving medicines for their children suffering from Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) and other forms of Muscular Dystrophy. The protest highlighted the plight of Indian DMD patients who are unable to afford critical treatments due to their exorbitant costs.

Swati Maliwal Highlights Risks of Unregulated E-Rickshaw Expansion in Delhi

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal on Wednesday voiced concerns over the unregulated rise of e-rickshaws in Delhi, warning that without strict regulations, they could turn into a traffic menace. She urged authorities to impose necessary restrictions to ensure urban mobility remains efficient and safe.

“Afghanistan Becomes Second Largest Home to Displaced Population, Surpassing 6.5 Million Individuals”

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"Afghanistan Becomes Second Largest Home to Displaced Population, Surpassing 6.5 Million Individuals"

Afghanistan has reached a staggering count of 6.55 million Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), positioning itself as the world’s second-largest host of displaced individuals, following Syria. According to the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), this unsettling statistic highlights the severity of the situation in the country. A substantial 4.39 million people are internally displaced due to ongoing conflicts and violence as of December 31, 2022. An additional 2.16 million have been displaced by disasters. The report also raises concerns about the potential escalation of global displacement over the next three decades.

The UNDP’s findings shed light on the dire living conditions faced by these displaced populations. Malik Khan, who relocated from Laghman province to Kabul due to conflict and instability, highlighted the lack of assistance available to internally displaced people. “Our main issue is that there is no assistance for internally displaced people,” he stated, recounting that the aid received in the past years only consisted of minimal quantities of oil and peas.

While some internally displaced individuals have called upon the Taliban and aid organizations for support, many continue to endure challenges in search of basic necessities. Maryam, another displaced person, appealed to the Islamic Emirate for shelter and assistance, emphasizing the need for a stable place and essential services like clinics. Hayatullah, displaced from Balkh province, shared his struggles, including water and electricity shortages, and the lack of educational opportunities for his children.

The displacement crisis in Afghanistan arises from multiple factors, including poverty, insecurity, and conflicts. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) had previously reported a surge in the number of internally displaced people within the country, estimating the figure to be nearly six million people. As Afghanistan grapples with these challenges, addressing the needs of its displaced populations remains a crucial humanitarian concern.

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