Office Address : 11th Floor, Pandit Deendayal Antyodaya Bhawan, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003
Website : https://minorityaffairs.gov.in
OFFICE OF THE MINISTER
| Shri Kiren Rijiju | Minister | minister-moma@nic.in | +91 11 24360585, 24360586 |
| Shri Sachin Jaiswal (IAS, NL..2013) | Private Secretary | minister-moma@nic.in | +91 11 24360585, 24360586 |
OFFICE OF THE MINISTER OF STATE
| — | Minister of State | mosgk-moma@gov.in | +91 11 24364275 |
| — | Private Secretary | mosgk-moma@gov.in | +91 11 24364275, 24364276 |
OFFICERS IN THE
| Shri Srivatsa Krishna (IAS, KN..1994) | Secretary | secretary-minorityaffairs@gov.in | +91 11 24364272 |
| Shri Ashim Kumar Modi, IRS (IT..2000) | Joint Secretary & Financial Advisor | jsfa.moc@nic.in | +91 11 24360372 |
| Shri Shyama Prasad Roy CSS | Joint Secretary | js.mma@gov.in | +91 11 24364312 |
| — | Joint Secretary | jsscholarships-mma@gov.in | +91 11 24364288 |
| Shri Mohammad Afzal (CPES:1995) | Joint Secretary | afzal_mdp@nic.in | +91 11 24366444 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Ministry of Minority Affairs?
The Ministry of Minority Affairs is a Government of India ministry responsible for the welfare, development, empowerment, and protection of the rights of minority communities in the country through various educational, economic, and social welfare schemes.
Which communities are recognized as minorities in India?
The Government of India has notified the following communities as minorities under the National Commission for Minorities Act, 1992:
Muslims
Christians
Sikhs
Buddhists
Parsis (Zoroastrians)
Jains
What are the main functions of the Ministry of Minority Affairs?
The Ministry is responsible for:
Formulating policies for minority welfare
Implementing educational and skill development programmes
Promoting economic empowerment
Supporting minority institutions
Facilitating scholarships and financial assistance
Ensuring inclusive development of minority communities
What is the Pradhan Mantri Jan Vikas Karyakram (PMJVK)?
PMJVK is a flagship programme aimed at improving socio-economic infrastructure and basic amenities in areas with significant minority populations.
What is the purpose of the National Minorities Development and Finance Corporation (NMDFC)?
The National Minorities Development and Finance Corporation provides concessional loans and financial assistance to eligible beneficiaries from minority communities for self-employment, education, and income-generating activities.
What scholarship schemes are available for minority students?
The Ministry supports various scholarship and educational assistance programmes for students belonging to notified minority communities to encourage higher education and skill development.
What is the Nai Manzil Programme?
Nai Manzil is a scheme designed to provide education and skill development opportunities to minority youth, improving their employability and livelihood prospects.
What is the Nai Roshni Programme?
Nai Roshni is a leadership development programme aimed at empowering women from minority communities through training, awareness, and capacity-building initiatives.
What is the Seekho Aur Kamao Scheme?
Seekho Aur Kamao is a skill development initiative that provides vocational training to minority youth to enhance employment opportunities and entrepreneurship.
What is the USTAAD Scheme?
USTAAD (Upgrading the Skills and Training in Traditional Arts/Crafts for Development) promotes traditional arts, crafts, and heritage skills of minority communities while creating sustainable livelihood opportunities.
What is the Hamari Dharohar Programme?
Hamari Dharohar is an initiative focused on preserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage, traditions, literature, and art forms of minority communities.
What is the role of the Central Waqf Council?
The Central Waqf Council advises the Government on matters related to Waqf properties and works to improve their administration and management.
What is the role of the National Commission for Minorities?
The National Commission for Minorities safeguards the interests of minority communities and monitors constitutional and legal protections available to them.
How can students apply for minority scholarships?
Eligible students can apply through the National Scholarship Portal and other designated government platforms as per scheme guidelines.
How does the Ministry promote educational empowerment?
The Ministry promotes educational empowerment through scholarships, coaching assistance, fellowships, hostels, infrastructure support, and skill development programmes.
How can citizens access information about Ministry schemes?
Citizens can access scheme details, guidelines, notifications, application procedures, and beneficiary information through the Ministry’s official website and associated portals.
How can I contact the Ministry of Minority Affairs?
The Ministry provides contact details, grievance redressal services, scheme information, notifications, and public services through its official website.
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