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Ministry of Minority Affairs Implements PM VIKAS Scheme for Minority Empowerment

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03 Feb 2026

The Ministry of Minority Affairs is implementing the Pradhan Mantri Virasat Ka Samvardhan (PM VIKAS) scheme to empower six notified minority communities in India. Launched in January 2025, the scheme includes components such as skilling and training, women leadership, entrepreneurship, education, and infrastructure development. It aims to reach 1.51 lakh beneficiaries through various Project Implementing Agencies across India. The scheme has a budget allocation of Rs 267.29 crores for FY 2025-26. It is a Central Sector Scheme with pan-India implementation.

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India Gears Up with Strategic Roadmap for Robotics

Paradip Port Authority Recognized for Excellence in Cleanliness Initiatives

Union Jal Shakti Minister Holds Review Meeting on Water Conservation Initiatives in Gujarat

India Launches National Digital Livestock Mission for Dairy Sector Digitization