Ministry of Social Justice to host SafaiMitra welfare camp in Delhi

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment is organizing the SafaiMitra Suraksha Evam Samman Shivir in New Delhi on September 30. Held as part of the Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 campaign, the event will take place in a hybrid format at the Kedarnath Sahni Auditorium, with participation from urban and rural local bodies across India via virtual connection.

The program aims to recognize sanitation workers and improve their access to healthcare, safety equipment, and social protection. Key activities include medical screenings, preventive health check-ups, and the distribution of personal protective equipment (PPE). Additionally, officials will facilitate the distribution of NAMASTE identity cards to validated waste pickers and assist eligible workers in accessing government welfare schemes, such as housing assistance and healthcare.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta is scheduled to attend as the chief guest, alongside Union Minister Virendra Kumar, Minister of State B L Verma, and Delhi Mayor Pravesh Wahi.