Social Justice Ministry records significant growth in SC scholarship coverage; disbursements reach record high

June 19, 2026 10:37 AM

Social Justice Ministry records significant growth in SC scholarship coverage; disbursements reach record high

The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment (DoSJE) has reported a significant increase in scholarship coverage and fund disbursement for Scheduled Caste (SC) students, with both Pre-Matric and Post-Matric scholarship schemes registering record numbers during the current financial year. The Social Justice & Empowerment Ministry said the expansion reflects the success of technology-driven reforms, particularly the adoption of the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mechanism, which has enhanc...

Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan completes five years; special event scheduled in New Delhi

August 12, 2025 5:34 PM

Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan completes five years; special event scheduled in New Delhi

To commemorate the 5th anniversary of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA), the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, in collaboration with the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi, will host a special event on August 13, at 10:00 AM at KV School No. 2, New Delhi. The event will celebrate the significant achievements of the anti-drug campaign, engage stakeholders—particularly the youth—to intensify efforts against substance abuse, and reinforce the message of a dru...