Sign in

Cabinet to bring Bill to amend SC, ST Order Act

With the amendment of the 1976 Act, the correct Hindi spelling of 'Lohara' would be notified.

Published on: May 3, 2006, 15:54:00 IST
None | By , New Delhi
Share
Share via
  • facebook
  • twitter
  • linkedin
  • whatsapp
Copy link
  • copy link

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday decided to introduce a Bill to amend the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Order Act to correct the Hindi spelling of 'Lohara' community of Bihar from the existing 'Lohar'.

HT Image
HT Image

With the amendment of the 1976 Act, the correct Hindi spelling of 'Lohara' would be notified, an official spokesperson said.

Follow India news real-time updates and the latest news covered on Hindustan Times, featuring today's critical updates on Sonam Wangchuk Hunger Strike LIVE and more across India.