Union Home Minister Amit Shah

July 7, 2026 3:13 PM

Over 1 crore native plants to be planted in Delhi’s Ridge: Union Minister Amit Shah launches eco restoration drive

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday launched the Eco Restoration Mega Plantation Drive in Delhi under the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign and announced that over one crore native plants would be planted across the Ridge area over the next four years as part of the government's plan to transform it into the "lungs of Green Delhi." The event also marked the launch of a mission to plant 70 lakh saplings across the national capital. Shah planted a sapling during the programme, which was attended...

July 7, 2026 12:51 PM

HM Amit Shah launches Delhi’s 70 lakh tree plantation drive

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday launched the Delhi government's ambitious campaign to plant 70 lakh trees across the national capital by inaugurating a mega tree plantation drive at 34 locations. As part of the programme, Shah planted a sapling in the Central Ridge area, which houses the President's Bodyguard. Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Lok Sabha MPs Manoj Tiwari and Yogender Chandolia, and Delhi Ministers Parvesh Verma and Manjinder ...

July 3, 2026 12:48 PM

“My best wishes to all devotees”: Union Home Minister Amit Shah extends greetings on commencement of Amarnath Yatra 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday extended his greetings to devotees on the commencement of the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, saying the pilgrimage reflects unwavering devotion to Sanatan culture, patience, restraint and an indomitable spirit. In a post on X, Shah wished pilgrims undertaking the annual yatra a safe and fulfilling journey. "The Amarnath Ji Yatra is a sacred symbol of unwavering devotion to Sanatan culture, steadfast patience, restraint, and an indomitable spirit that nev...

June 29, 2026 4:56 PM

Assam flood: Amit Shah dials Himanta Sarma, assures support

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday spoke with Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to review the flood situation in the state and assured all possible assistance from the Centre as the first wave of floods continued to affect several districts. In a post on social media, Sarma said Shah enquired about the flood situation, particularly in the worst-affected Dhemaji district, and was briefed on the relief and rehabilitation measures being undertaken. "I thank Hon'ble Home Minister Shri ...

June 19, 2026 7:13 PM

Use AI, ML to convert data into intelligence against criminals: HM Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday stressed the importance of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) for turning data into intelligence and called for using the information to study crime patterns, identifying repeat offenders and international criminals. Addressing the 26th All India Fingerprint Conference–2026 in New Delhi, Home Minister Shah said, "We need to build AI teams and use our software into as effective tool for crime analysis and to make the best use of...

June 17, 2026 12:22 AM

HM Amit Shah paves way for consensus on Kishau dam project to revive Yamuna

A meeting chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday reached a consensus among six states on the long-pending Kishau Multipurpose Dam Project, a move aimed at increasing the flow of clean water in the Yamuna river. The meeting decided that 90 per cent of the cost of the water component of the Kishau Multipurpose Dam Project will be borne by the Central Government as Central Assistance, while the remaining 10 per cent financial burden will be shared by the six participating states. The...

June 16, 2026 11:26 PM

HM Amit Shah Reviews Delhi Slum Rehabilitation Plan, Directs Fast-Track Implementation

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday chaired a review meeting on the rehabilitation of slums in New Delhi and directed authorities to expedite the implementation of the Delhi Slum and JJ Cluster Rehabilitation and Relocation Policy, 2026, which was finalised during the meeting. The Home Minister said the Delhi government should notify the policy at the earliest and directed the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) and the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB) to issue tenders for five ...

June 13, 2026 1:39 PM

PM Modi, Amit Shah, BJP leaders extend birthday wishes to Union Minister Piyush Goyal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended birthday greetings to Union Minister Piyush Goyal, praising his contribution to strengthening India's trade and commerce sectors and advancing the country's vision of self-reliance. "Birthday greetings to Union Minister Shri Piyush Goyal Ji. He is making a great contribution in boosting trade and commerce, thereby strengthening our self-reliance and making India prosperous. Praying for his long and healthy life", the PM said in a post on X. Uni...

June 9, 2026 9:23 PM

Amit Shah inaugurates Land Port Management System, highlights role in trade and border security

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday inaugurated the Land Port Management System (LPMS) 'Vinimay', a certified digital platform aimed at modernising and streamlining operations across India's land ports. The Land Port Management System (LPMS) enables seamless coordination among multiple stakeholders, including customs, immigration authorities, border guarding forces and other agencies involved in land port operations. Speaking at the inauguration event, Amit Shah remarked that Prime Minist...

June 5, 2026 4:12 PM

Smart Border Project to create impregnable security grid: HM Shah to BSF jawans

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the Centre is working to establish an impregnable border security grid through the proposed Smart Border Project, which will deploy advanced surveillance technologies, including drones and modern cameras, to strengthen border management. Addressing Border Security Force (BSF) personnel at the Lankamura Border Outpost along the India-Bangladesh border in Tripura's West district, Shah said the vision of a "Viksit Bharat" by 2047 could not be achieved w...