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(\u00a0 Justice News)<\/p>\n
The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India, launched the SMILE\u2013Beggary Survey Mobile Application during the Chintan Shivir with States\/UTs held in Chandigarh from 24th to 26th April 2026.<\/p>\n
The mobile application has been developed under the SMILE\u2013Beggary Sub-Scheme (Comprehensive Rehabilitation of Persons Engaged in the Act of Begging) to strengthen field-level implementation through real-time data collection and improved monitoring. The application will enable implementing agencies and district authorities to capture survey data digitally, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and timely reporting.<\/p>\n
The launch of the mobile application marks a significant step towards addressing challenges such as delayed and inconsistent data reporting, while enhancing the Ministry\u2019s capacity for real-time monitoring, data analytics, and performance tracking across cities.<\/p>\n
Speaking on the occasion, it was highlighted that the initiative aligns with the Government\u2019s vision of achieving a \u201cBhiksha Vritti Mukt Bharat\u201d. The mobile application will further strengthen the overall monitoring framework of the scheme. The Ministry reiterated its commitment to leveraging technology-driven solutions and strengthening institutional mechanisms to reintegrate the identified individuals into mainstream society, enabling them to live with dignity and self-confidence.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"