Odisha CM Pledges To Safeguard Rights of Minorities

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik today pledged to safeguard rights of minorities without discrimination for a just and inclusive society.

On the occasion of Minorities Rights Day today, the Odisha CM reaffirmed pledge to safeguard and promote the rights of ethnic, cultural, religious and linguistic identities of minorities without discrimination for a just and inclusive society.

To protect the rights of the minority communities every year on 18 December Minorities Rights Day is observed in India. This day also focuses on bringing a better understanding and educating people about the issues related to minorities and their safety.

Minorities Rights Day is celebrated by the National Commission for Minorities in India which focuses on the religious harmony, respect, and better understanding of all minorities’ communities.

United Nations on 18 December 1992 adopted and broadcast the Statement on the individual’s Rights belonging to religious or Linguistic National or Ethnic Minorities.

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