India remains one of the safest and most inclusive homes for minorities: Kiren Rijiju

May 20, 2026 11:19 AM

India remains one of the safest and most inclusive homes for minorities: Kiren Rijiju

Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Tuesday said India continues to remain one of the safest and most inclusive countries for minority communities, while highlighting their significant contribution to the nation’s growth and development. Addressing the Conference of State Minorities Commissions organised by the National Commission for Minorities in New Delhi, Rijiju said minority communities have played an important role in shaping India’s social, cultural and economic progress....

PM Modi meets Grand Mufti Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad; discusses minority welfare and inclusive development

February 17, 2026 10:03 AM

PM Modi meets Grand Mufti Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad; discusses minority welfare and inclusive development

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held a wide-ranging meeting with the Grand Mufti of India, Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad, discussing minority welfare, inclusive development and social harmony. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Had a very good interaction with Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad Sahab, Grand Mufti of India. We exchanged views on a wide range of issues. His efforts to further social harmony, brotherhood and improve education are noteworthy." Grand Mufti is the highest religious figure in Sunni Isla...