AICC Member Seeks Inclusion Of Minority Corporation Loan Cases In Lok Adalat On Nov 12

Patna: Minority Congress member Bari Azmi has called on Bihar chief minister Samrat Choudhary to incorporate cases of borrowers from the Bihar State Minority Financial Corporation into the upcoming Lok Adalat on November 12. Azmi contends that this would alleviate the burden faced by minority beneficiaries who have been grappling with loan repayment and recovery challenges for years.

She claims the Bihar State Minority Financial Corporation has been rendered largely ineffectual, resulting in injustice to minority community members. Following the government's introduction of the Minority Entrepreneur Scheme through the Industries Department, Azmi contends that the scheme's intricate procedures have deterred many minority members from taking advantage of its benefits.

According to government data up to August 2026, 8,943 loans have been granted under the Chief Minister's Minority Employment Loan Scheme, with Rs 139.48 crore disbursed and Rs 75.01 crore recovered. Consequently, Rs 404.28 crore remains unpaid. Azmi urges the government to address this matter seriously and introduce measures to provide relief to borrowers.

The majority of minority community beneficiaries are from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, facing repayment difficulties due to various reasons. Azmi urges the chief minister to arrange for a special hearing of all eligible corporation borrowers at the Lok Adalat, scheduled for November 12, and consider concessions under a One-Time Settlement scheme, including waivers of interest and penalties.

She emphasizes that practical support, rather than mere scheme announcements, is crucial for the minority community to alleviate financial hardships and lead dignified lives.