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Summary
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Key Facts
TypePolicy
SourceThe Hindu - National
PublishedMonday, 4 May 2026
Affected Population~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly
Key Numbers
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay
NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries
Key Authorities
Ministry of Social Justice & EmpowermentNITI Aayog
Key Stakeholders
BPL FamiliesSenior CitizensPersons with Disabilities
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