CM: Meet will pave way for prosperous future of SCs, STs

Participating in the National Conference of Chairpersons and Members of Parliamentary and State/UT Committees on the Welfare of SCs and STs here, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said that this conference is being held outside Delhi for the first time in 25 years, and that too in Odisha, which is a matter of pride.

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He expressed gratitude to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla for this. He noted that several national and international conferences have been held in Odisha, enhancing the state’s significance at national level.

The Chief Minister stated that the present condition of STs & SCs has improved significantly. “Our present is good, tomorrow will definitely be much better,” said Majhi, expressing confidence that this conference will pave the way for a prosperous future for these communities.

He recalled that during Independence, the country faced many social and political challenges, particularly concerning Dalits and tribals. However, following Babasaheb Ambedkar’s principles, significant progress has been achieved. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, efforts have intensified to bring these communities fully into the mainstream and enable their meaningful contribution to building a developed India. Programmes