Shri Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi took over as Union Minister of Minority Affairs here today. Speaking on the occasion, Shri Naqvi said that “3E”- Education, Employment and Empowerment is our focus during last three year and Ministry of Minority Affairs will ensure socio-economic-educational progress of all the Minorities.

Let me begin by sincerely thanking President Xi again for his warm reception and the excellent organisation of this Summit.

Sushri Uma Bharti today took over as new Union Minister for Drinking Water and Sanitation. Earlier, on her arrival at the Ministry, the Minister was received by Shri Parameswaran Iyer, Secretary and other senior officials of the Ministry.

Shri Sudarshan Bhagat took over as the Minister of State for Tribal Affairs here today.

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