Maharashtra
Universal Parsi Registration Drive Organised in Mumbai
- 07 Apr 2026
- 1 min read
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A special facilitation camp under the Universal Parsi Registration Drive was organised in Mumbai to promote registration of the Parsi community under the Jiyo Parsi scheme.
Key Points
- Organised by: The Universal Parsi Registration Drive was organised by the Ministry of Minority Affairs under the Jiyo Parsi Scheme.
- Jiyo Parsi Scheme: Jiyo Parsi Scheme is a flagship Central Sector Scheme launched by the Government of India to address the declining population of the Parsi community.
- The scheme was launched in 2013–14 with the objective of stabilising and increasing the Parsi population through structured interventions and scientific support.
- The scheme provides medical assistance for fertility treatments and pregnancy-related care, financial support for childcare and elderly care, and counselling and awareness programmes for the community.
- Cultural Significance: The initiative aims to safeguard the rich cultural heritage and demographic sustainability of the Parsi community in India.
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