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Understanding the social sector through WhatsApp groups

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Professional journeys in the social sector begin with a laundry list of WhatsApp group invitations. Here’s what that looks like, from the perspective of someone who routinely wakes up to 25+ group notifications every morning. While access to a majority of these groups is granted instantly, there is always one unofficial group without the project head where you must earn inclusion by demonstrating the ability to crack cryptic e-mails, provide emotional support, and share unofficial updates.
Key Facts
TypeLong read
SourceIDR Online
PublishedMonday, 14 September 2026
Affected Population~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly
Key Numbers
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay
NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries
Education budget: Rs 1.25 lakh crore (2025-26)
Key Authorities
Ministry of Social Justice & EmpowermentNITI AayogMinistry of EducationUGCAICTE
Key Stakeholders
BPL FamiliesSenior CitizensPersons with DisabilitiesStudentsTeachers & FacultyUniversities
Government Context
NDA IIIBJP-led NDA
Centre-Right
LeftCentreRight
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Social Protection247 tracked→Education166 tracked→Health58 tracked→
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Withdrawal of Order No. 23-1/2012-B&CS dated 5th August 2013 regarding furnishing of information on duration of advertisements on TV channels nitinkumar Mon, 09/14/2026 - 15:35 Measure Sector Broadcasting Broadcasting Quality of Service Document Type Miscellaneous Division Broadcasting and Cable Services Group Field Title Order File Order_14092026.pdf (1.63 MB) Release Date Mon, 09/14/2026 - 12:00 Closing Date Mon, 09/14/2026 - 12:00 Counter Comments Date Mon, 09/14/2026 - 12:00 Status Close
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