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National Workshop on SMILE Scheme Aims for Begging-Free India

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The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment organized a National Workshop in Indore focusing on the SMILE Sub-Scheme for the rehabilitation of individuals engaged in begging. Senior officials, NGOs, and stakeholders discussed strategies for effective implementation, shared success stories, and emphasized the government's commitment to a 'Begging-Free India'. The workshop highlighted the importance of unified action, capacity building, and data-driven approaches to enhance rehabilitation efforts.

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