Savitri Thakur, Minister of State for Women and Child Development, led India’s voice at the UN Commission for Social Development’s 64th session in New York. She boldly stated that social justice is the beating heart of Viksit Bharat 2047, the nation’s blueprint for prosperity.
Focusing on participatory, equitable development, Thakur linked India’s efforts to foundational UN declarations from Copenhagen and Doha. The Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas mantra reflects a societal shift towards inclusivity, equality, and opportunity for every individual.
India’s initiatives are monumental. 800 million receive food security aid. 550 million benefit from widespread free health access. Affordable care flows through 16,000 Jan Aushadhi outlets.
With 1.45 million women in panchayats, local self-rule exemplifies commitment to empowerment. Schemes for girls’ education and savings combat inequality. Labor updates guarantee equal remuneration, safety, and more women in jobs.
Collateral-free loans have revolutionized access for female businesses and informal workers. SMILE facilitates reintegration for transgender persons and the underserved.
Leveraging digital platforms, direct payments, and public input, India ensures corruption-free, reach-to-the-last-person delivery. Thakur reiterated the ancient wisdom of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, urging global alliances and offering India’s model as a shared resource for social justice.