Chamba district’s Tisa block is witnessing a fresh drive to update its Below Poverty Line (BPL) roster, incorporating revised norms that qualify more deserving families. The application window is open till January 25 at local panchayat offices.
Out of the existing 9,424 BPL families, the first revision round successfully onboarded 878 households. Currently, efforts are focused on adding another 1,368 families in phase two, while phase three planning is in motion. This systematic approach promises to cover those left behind earlier.
Speaking to reporters, BDO Arvind Kumar highlighted the transparent verification process governed by state directives. Families undergo thorough checks on income levels, property ownership, amenities, and more to determine eligibility for inclusion or exclusion.
‘We appeal to all qualifying families to submit applications by the deadline,’ he said, stressing the importance of timely action. Missing the cutoff could mean delayed access to vital government aid programs.
This update is part of Himachal Pradesh’s ongoing commitment to accurately identify and support impoverished communities. Community leaders and officials are mobilizing awareness campaigns to maximize participation, fostering hope for improved livelihoods across Tisa block.