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The National Commission for Minorities (NCM) is set to host a pivotal Conference of State Minorities Commissions on 25^th March, 2025, focusing on education, inclusion, and empowerment of minorities in India. The event will bring together policymakers, experts, and stakeholders to deliberate on strategies for ensuring equitable opportunities and welfare for minority communities. 

Minister of State for Minority Affairs, Shri George Kurian, will grace the occasion as the Guest of Honour, inaugurating the conference with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp. NCM Chairman, Shri Iqbal Singh Lalpura, will set the tone for the discussions with his address, followed by insightful sessions featuring distinguished panellists. 

The conference will feature two key technical sessions: 

• Education: Ensuring Access and Support to Minorities: Addressing challenges and solutions for inclusive education. 
• Minority Inclusion and Welfare: Exploring the government’s role in fostering empowerment and development. 

The Chief Guest, Union Minister of Minority Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju, will address the gathering underscoring the Government’s commitment to minority welfare. The event will conclude with an open-house discussion on challenges faced by State Minority Commissions, followed by the valedictory address by Shri Iqbal Singh Lalpura. 

This conference promises to be a significant platform for dialogue, policy recommendations, and collaborative efforts toward an inclusive and empowered future for India’s minority communities.

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