Opposition parties on Wednesday slammed the Uttar Pradesh government over its decision to do away with 25,000 home guards, saying instead of providing employment, the BJP government is increasing "joblessness".
Amid criticism over the move, Home Guard Minister Chetan Chauhan had said on Tuesday night that, "No home guard will be removed. I have talked to officers of the police department and asked them not to remove anyone. They might reduce their working days."