Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment's SMILE Scheme Advances Initiatives for Marginalized Groups

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment is actively progressing with the SMILE Scheme, targeting marginalized individuals. This major initiative includes the rehabilitation of those engaged in begging and support for transgender welfare. As of January 2026, the scheme has identified over 30,000 individuals in begging, rehabilitated more than 8,000, and established several Garima Grehs to support transgender individuals across 17 states and UTs.

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