The Department of Social Justice & Empowerment (DoSJE), Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India, in collaboration with National Law University (NLU), Dwarka, New Delhi, will organise a special programme on 20th February 2026 to observe the World Day of Social Justice. The highlight of the event will be a reading of the Preamble to the Constitution of India, led by Shri B. L. Verma, Hon'ble Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment. The reading will reaffirm the nation's commitment to justice, equality, liberty, and fraternity. The programme will be attended by Senior Officers of the Department, officials of National Law Services Authority (NALSA), University Faculty Members and students. The Department seeks to strengthen awareness among youth and stakeholders regarding the Government's sustained efforts towards Social Empowerment, Equality and Dignity for all. Release ID: 2230389, Visitor Counter: 340. Posted on 19 FEB 2026 7:31 PM by PIB Delhi.
Key Entities Referenced
Department of Social Justice & Empowerment (DoSJE): The Ministry responsible for the event marking World Day of Social Justice.
National Law University (NLU), Dwarka, New Delhi: The location and collaborative partner for the event.
World Day of Social Justice: The international day being marked by the event.
Preamble to the Constitution of India: The text to be read aloud at the event.
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
DoSJE to Mark World Day of Social Justice with
Preamble Reading at National Law University,
Dwarka, New Delhi
Posted On: 19 FEB 2026 7:31PM by PIB Delhi
Reaffirming its commitment to the Constitutional vision of Justice, Equality and Dignity for all, the
Department of Social Justice & Empowerment (DoSJE), Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment,
Government of India, in collaboration with National Law University (NLU), Dwarka, New Delhi, will
organise a special programme on 20th February 2026 to observe the World Day of Social Justice.
A central highlight of the event will be the Reading of the Preamble to the Constitution of India, to be led
by the Hon’ble Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment, Shri B. L. Verma. The collective
reading will reaffirm the nation’s commitment to the ideals of Justice — Social, Economic and Political —
along with Liberty, Equality and Fraternity, as enshrined in the Constitution.
World Day of Social Justice, observed annually on 20th February, underscores the global resolve to
promote social inclusion, reduce inequalities and ensure equitable access to opportunities, particularly for
marginalised and disadvantaged sections of society. The programme will be attended by Senior Officers of
the Department, officials of National Law Services Authority (NALSA), University Faculty Members and
students, reflecting a shared commitment to uphold Constitutional values.
Through this observance, the Department seeks to strengthen awareness among youth and stakeholders
regarding the Government’s sustained efforts towards Social Empowerment, Equality and Dignity for all.
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