The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE) inaugurated a three-day National Chintan Shivir in Chandigarh, India, themed 'Antyodaya ka Sankalp, Amrit Kaal ka Pratibimb - Viksit Bharat@2047'. The event aims to enhance coordination between the Centre and States for effective social justice delivery. Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria and Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Virendra Kumar highlighted the need for inclusive policies that prioritize the concerns of marginalized communities. They emphasized that social justice is central to India's democratic ethos and that the vision for a developed India by 2047 can only be achieved through collective efforts. The Shivir also saw the launch of several digital platforms, including the SAMAVESH Portal and various apps aimed at improving service delivery and accessibility. The discussions over the next two days will focus on actionable recommendations for strengthening social justice and empowerment programs.