Escalating Gulf War Leading To High Anxiety In Srikakulam District
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Summary
With reports of Iranian missile attacks on several Gulf cities, families of these workers in Srikakulam district are anxious. Mobile phones are their only means of checking the safety of loved ones.
Key Facts
Type Research
Source Deccan Chronicle (RSS)
Published Saturday, 7 March 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
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right