Social Justice Ministry's National Chintan Shivir concludes in Chandigarh with time-bound roadmap
The three-day National Chintan Shivir of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment concluded in Chandigarh on 26 April 2026, with States and UTs agreeing on time-bound recommendations, including inclusion of Denotified Tribes in Census-2027 and strengthening the SEED scheme.
Summary
The National Chintan Shivir of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, held in Chandigarh from 24 to 26 April 2026, concluded with States and Union Territories agreeing on time-bound, actionable recommendations to improve last-mile delivery of social justice schemes. The Shivir's theme was 'Antyodaya ka Sankalp, Amrit Kaal ka Pratibimb â Viksit Bharat@2047'. Its focus areas included inclusion of Denotified Tribes (DNTs) in Census-2027, strengthening the SEED scheme, economic empowerment of SCs and OBCs, accessibility for persons with disabilities and support for transgender persons. Union Minister Dr Virendra Kumar said the Shivir focused on practical solutions, not just policy intent.
Key facts
- Event
- National Chintan Shivir, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
- Dates / place
- 24â26 April 2026, Chandigarh
- Theme
- Antyodaya ka Sankalp, Amrit Kaal ka Pratibimb â Viksit Bharat@2047
- Focus
- DNTs in Census-2027; SEED scheme; SC/OBC empowerment; PwD accessibility; transgender welfare
- Union Minister
- Dr Virendra Kumar
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Where was the National Chintan Shivir of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment held from 24 to 26 April 2026?
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Correct answer: A â Chandigarh
The three-day National Chintan Shivir was held in Chandigarh.
Inclusion of which group in Census-2027 was a focus area of the Social Justice Ministry's Chintan Shivir in April 2026?
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Correct answer: B â Denotified Tribes (DNTs)
The Shivir focused on inclusion of Denotified Tribes (DNTs) in Census-2027.