Kiren Rijiju, Union Minister of Minority Affairs launched the Jiyo Parsi scheme Portal today . Shri George Kurian, Minister of State for Ministry of Minority Affairs, Shri Iqbal Singh Lalpura, Chairman NVM and Shri Kersi Kaikhushroo Deboo, Vice-Chairperson, National Commission for Minorities and other dignitaries also graced the occasion.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Kiren Rijiju emphasised on the rich heritage and culture of Parsi Community and impressed upon the community’s concern for reversing it's population decline. The Minister opined that Government’s intervention in the form of this specific scheme is expected to bear more fruits for the community in future. He requested the eligible Parsi couples to avail the benefits of the scheme and build a strong community and help the Government in building a stronger nation.