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About Us
Home to a myriad of cultural, religious, and linguistic communities, India is a true embodiment of unity in diversity for centuries. Religious minorities have remained an integral part of India and have always stood in solidarity with the nation in the face of adversity.
Despite facing challenges, these minority communities have contributed significantly to the overall progress of India, and their struggles for equality and justice have only strengthened the democratic fabric of our nation. They have stood shoulder to shoulder with their fellow citizens in India's journey towards progress and development.
The Indian Minorities Foundation has been established to provide a national platform for all minority communities to work as a unified force for nation-building. The Foundation has been conceptualized to exemplify the spirit of Sanyukt Bharat, Samridh Bharat and take forward Shri Narendra Modi Ji's vision of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayaas.
With representation from all minority communities, the Foundation is spreading the message of communal harmony and peace while upholding the age-old legacy of unity in diversity in India.
Vision
To create a society where all minority groups feel a deep sense of belonging and pride in their country, and where diversity and inclusion are celebrated as essential components of a strong and united nation.
Mission
The Foundation is committed to promoting patriotism and national pride among minority groups and providing support to empower individuals and communities.
Our mission is to:
- 01Promote a sense of belonging and inclusion: We strive to create a society where all minority communities feel valued and included, and where their contributions to the nation are recognized and celebrated.
- 02Foster a sense of national pride: We promote a sense of national pride among minority groups by highlighting their shared history, culture, and contributions to the nation, and by encouraging active participation in civic life.
- 03Promote understanding and respect: We promote understanding and respect for the diverse cultures, traditions, and beliefs of minority groups.
- 04Support minority communities: We provide support to minority communities by offering programs and services that address their unique needs and challenges, and by empowering them to be active and engaged citizens.
- 05Collaborate with other organizations: We collaborate with other organizations and individuals who share our vision and mission, and work together to promote patriotism, harmony, and unity among all Indians.
Objectives
Provide a common platform for all minorities.
- Foster the spirit of communal harmony in India.
- Advocate for policies and legislation that promote equality and justice for minority communities and work to eliminate discrimination and bias in all aspects of society.
- Promote a sense of national pride and patriotism among members of minority communities by celebrating Indian values and traditions and emphasizing the importance of civic responsibility and engagement.
- Build partnerships with other organizations and stakeholders to leverage resources and expertise, and to work together to promote patriotic values and goals among minority communities.
National Executive Council
S. Satnam Singh Sandhu
Convener - Indian Minorities Foundation, Chancellor - Chandigarh University, Founder NID Foundation and Chandigarh Welfare Trust. An eminent edupreneur, philanthropist, and visionary leader who is driven by the tenets of truthful living and service to humanity and has adopted education as his instrument to deliver equitable and affordable opportunities for all in the higher education landscape in India.
Haji Syed Salman Chishty
A humble 26th generation Gaddi-Nashin (Hereditary Custodians/Key Holders) of Sultan ul Hind Hazret Khawaja Moinuddin Hasan Chishty(ra) - Sufi Shrine of Dargah Ajmer Sharif.
Dr. Faiyaz Ahmad
Author, Translator, columnist, media panellist, socio-pasmanda activist and an Unani Medical doctor by profession
Dr. Jagjit Singh Dhuri
Sikh Scholar and President, Federation of Private Schools, and Associations of Punjab (FAP), the Joint Association of Colleges (JAC), Director Modern & vidya Sagar group. Dr. Dhuri along with eminent personalities of Punjab created 'Apna Punjab Foundation' which is dedicated to the health, education and environmental protection in the state.
Yeshi Phuntsok
Deputy Speaker, Tibetan Parliament in Exile. He founded the Bharat Tibet Sahyog Manch in 1999. He was the President of the Ngari Chithun Association and former executive programme officer at the Tibetan Parliamentary and Policy Research Centre. He was also appointed as a board member of Tibetan Culture in 2013, board member of Central University of Tibetan Studies, Varanasi in 2013, member of Maha Buddhist Society of India since 2014.
Maulana Kalbe Rushaid Rizvi
Renowned Islamic scholar & International Islamic & social figure. Dr Maulana Kalbe Rushaid is a name, a personality, a mission, a religious personality, a social and cultural revolutionist, a political dynamism, a reformer, a thinker, a personification of humanity and liberty.
Sangha Sena
President, Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre. Bhikkhu Sanghasena strongly proposes and advocates the creation of a global family as last solution to the brutal wars and violence faced by the current world. He is actively working with several other leading national and international organizations, which are committed to the developmental works towards a safer, peaceful and integrated world.
International Chapters
Bhav Dhillon
Honorary Consul for Auckland & Northland, New Zealand, Managing Director of CEMIX & Dunlop Building Products
New Zealand
Sarabjot Dhillon
President, Australian National Sikhs Sports and Cultural Council