Punjab to adopt Kerala Model to curb Illegal Migration: Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal
NRIs Affairs Minister visits Kerala to Explore NORKA Project
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala)/ Chandigarh, July 25: Punjab NRIs Affairs Minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal announced that the state will adopt the Kerala model to check illegal migration as well as to ensure basic facilities to the NRIs. Moreover, the announcement comes during Dhaliwal’s visit to Kerala, where he studied the successful initiatives of the NORKA (Non-Resident Keralites Affairs) department. Consequently, this move aims to enhance the well-being of NRIs by learning from Kerala’s effective strategies.
Dhaliwal Praises Kerala Model, Plans Similar Strategies for Punjab Migration
Dhaliwal praised the Kerala model for its effective measures in preventing illegal migration and ensuring the safe and legal migration of workers. He exhorted that Punjab will replicate similar strategies to protect its citizens from illegal migration and ensure their welfare.
The Punjab government will establish a dedicated agency, similar to NORKA, to regulate migration and provide support to Punjabi NRIs.
The agency will focus on preventing illegal migration. It will promote safe and legal migration. Additionally, it will provide welfare services to NRIs and enhance skill development and employment opportunities.
The Cabinet Minister assured that the Punjab government is committed to safeguarding its citizens’ interests. He stated that the government will take all necessary steps to prevent illegal migration.
Field Agency of NORKA Implements Welfare Initiatives for Diaspora Community
Pertinently, The Field Agency of the NORKA (Non-Resident Keralites Affairs) department is actively implementing various government plans, schemes, and welfare initiatives for the benefit of the diaspora community. The Field Agency is working tirelessly to ensure that the diaspora community has access to various government programs and services. These initiatives aim to improve the lives of non-resident Keralites and provide them with necessary support and assistance.
The delegation included Mr. Dilip Kumar, Principal Secretary, Deptt. of NRI Affairs, Punjab, Mr. Praveen Kumar Sinha, ADGP NRI Wing. Punjab, Mr. Paramjit Singh, Additional Secretary, Deptt. of NRI Affair, Mr. Darbara Singh Randhawa, Executive Director NRI Sabha.
On this occasion NRI Cell, Dr. K. Vasuki, Secretary Norka, Ajith Kolassery, CEO Norka Roots, Geetka Lekshmi, CEO, Parvasi Welfare Board, Sindu S., Additional Secretary to Govt., Feroze Shah R.M., Manager (Projests), Norka Roots, Kavi Priya K., Assistant, Norka Roots were present.
