Date: 2026-04-23Category: Press ReleaseState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
MoSJE to Organise National Chintan Shivir on the Theme “Antyodaya ka Sankalp, Amrit Kaal ka Pratibimb – Viksit Bharat ke Sankalp ke Saath” in Chandigarh from April 24–26, 2026
**Executive Summary**
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE) will host a three-day National Chintan Shivir in Chandigarh from April 24–26, 2026. The event aims to strengthen the delivery of social justice initiatives and develop a collaborative roadmap for the empowerment of marginalized communities. Key activities include the launch of several digital portals and the formulation of policy recommendations by Central and State stakeholders.
**Key Points / Main Content**
**Event Objectives and Participation**
* **Theme:** The event is themed “Antyodaya ka Sankalp, Amrit Kaal ka Pratibimb – Viksit Bharat ke Sankalp ke Saath.”
* **Purpose:** To improve last-mile implementation of social schemes, identify implementation gaps, and share best practices between the Centre, States, and Union Territories.
* **Leadership:** Presided over by Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar, with participation from Ministers of State, State/UT Ministers, and senior officials from the MoSJE and the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities.
**Key Launches and Policy Initiatives**
* **Digital Platforms:** Launch of the SAMAVESH portal, NMBA 2.0 App, SETU App, and SMILE App.
* **Policy Documents:** Release of "Minimum Standards for Dementia Care Homes" and "Model Guidelines for Beggar Homes."
* **Institutional Collaboration:** Signing of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) between the National Institute of Social Defence and various universities and institutions.
**Thematic Focus Areas**
* **Education and Social Welfare:** Discussions on scholarship delivery, the Nasha Mukt Bharat ecosystem, and senior citizen care.
* **Health and Disability:** Focus on early intervention for children with disabilities, accessibility standards, and disability certification.
* **Sanitation and Economy:** Emphasis on "Mission Zero" sanitation-related deaths, dignity in sanitation work, and access to credit for financial empowerment.
* **Development and Inclusion:** Addressing area-based socio-economic development and the identity of marginalized communities.
**Impact Analysis**
**Central and State Governments / UT Officials**
**Impact**
These stakeholders are the primary drivers of the collaborative platform, aimed at improving governance and convergence in social justice programs.
**Action Required**
Participate in structured breakout sessions to assess implementation status, identify gaps, and present short-, medium-, and long-term recommendations based on a standard operating procedure.
**Marginalized Communities and Persons with Disabilities**
**Impact**
As the primary beneficiaries, they will be affected by improved last-mile delivery, new digital access tools, and refined policy guidelines for care and financial empowerment.
**Action Required**
Utilize the newly launched digital apps (NMBA 2.0, SETU, SMILE) and benefit from the standardized care and financial credit reforms resulting from the Shivir’s roadmap.
**National Institute of Social Defence and Academic Institutions**
**Impact**
The formalization of partnerships through MoUs will enhance the research and implementation framework of social defense initiatives.
**Action Required**
Sign and execute the MoUs to facilitate academic and institutional cooperation in the field of social justice.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE): The nodal ministry responsible for organizing the National Chintan Shivir to strengthen social justice delivery and inclusive empowerment.
SAMAVESH Portal: A key digital initiative launched to enhance the convergence, coordination, and implementation of social justice programmes.
Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) 2.0: An updated digital application and ecosystem for the national campaign aimed at drug demand reduction and community outreach.
SMILE App: A digital platform supporting the Support for Marginalised Individuals for Livelihood and Enterprise initiative for welfare and rehabilitation.
SETU App: A digital initiative launched to facilitate socio-economic development, inclusion, and access to credit for marginalized communities.
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
MoSJE to Organise National Chintan Shivir on
the Theme “Antyodaya ka Sankalp, Amrit Kaal ka
Pratibimb – Viksit Bharat ke Sankalp ke Saath” in
Chandigarh from April 24–26, 2026
Centre and States to Deliberate on Strengthening Social
Justice Delivery at 3-Day Shivir
Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar to Preside Over Chintan
Shivirin Presence of Ministers of State
SAMAVESH Portal, NMBA 2.0, SETU and SMILE Apps Among
Key Launches at Shivir
Posted On: 23 APR 2026 2:44PM by PIB Delhi
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment will organise a three-day Chintan Shivir with
States and Union Territories on the Theme “Antyodaya ka Sankalp, Amrit Kaal ka Pratibimb –
Viksit Bharat @2047” fromApril 24 to 26, 2026 in Chandigarh. The theme embodies the
Ministry’s commitment to inclusive empowerment in consonance with the vision of Amrit Kaal
and a Viksit Bharat.
The Shivir aims to strengthen the delivery of social justice initiatives, improve last-mile
implementation of key schemes, and develop an actionable roadmap for inclusive and
sustainable empowerment of marginalised communities.
The inaugural session will be presided over by Union Minister for Social Justice and
Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar, in the presence of Ministers of State Shri B. L. Verma and
Shri Ramdas Athawale. The event will witness participation from Ministers andofficials of States
and UTs, along with Secretaries and senior officers of the Department of Social Justice and
Empowerment and the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities.
The programme will commence with an exhibition showcasing flagship schemes of the Ministry.
On the occasion, several key digital and policy initiatives will be launched, including the
SAMAVESH portal, NMBA 2.0 App, SETU App, and SMILE App. A book on Minimum Standards
for Dementia Care Homes and Model Guidelines for Beggar Homes will also be released.
Additionally, Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) between the National Institute of Social
Defence and various Universities and Institutions will be signed.Over the three days, the Chintan Shivir will feature structured thematic discussions and
breakout sessions. Breakout group sessions will focus on key thematic areas. On April 25,
discussions will cover scholarship delivery and educational access, the Nasha Mukt Bharat
ecosystem, dignity in sanitation work and Mission Zero sanitation-related deaths, senior citizen
care, and early intervention for children with disabilities. On April 26, sessions will address area-
based socio-economic development, inclusion and identity of marginalised communities,
access to credit and financial empowerment, accessibility, and certification for persons with
disabilities.
Each group will assess the current status of implementation, identify gaps, and share best
practices and innovative solutions. The groups will present short-, medium-, and long-term
recommendations with defined timelines. A standard operating procedure has been designed
to ensure that discussions remain structured, evidence-based, and outcome-oriented.
The Chintan Shivir will serve as a collaborative platform for States and UTs to exchange
successful models and strengthen coordination. The outcomes are expected to contribute to a
practical reform agenda focused on convergence, digital innovation, and improved governance
in social justice programmes.
The deliberations will culminate in a clear roadmap for strengthening India’s social justice
framework through enhanced coordination, community participation, and technology-enabled
delivery. A press briefing will be held on the concluding day to share key outcomes and the way
forward.
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