Sector: Diaspora Engagement, Governance & Investment Promotion

Subject: Formation of a Dedicated Department for Non-Resident Rajasthanis (NRRs) and Upcoming Pravasi Sammelan
Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma announced the formation of a new department for Pravasi Rajasthanis (Non-Resident Rajasthanis – NRRs) to address their issues and harness their contributions for the development of the state.

• The announcement was made during a high-level meeting at the CM Residence regarding the Pravasi Rajasthani Sammelan 2025, to be held on 10th December in Jaipur.
• The event will celebrate the achievements and contributions of overseas and interstate Rajasthanis in social, economic, industrial, and philanthropic fields.
• It was also decided that each district will appoint the Additional District Collector (ADC) as the nodal officer for resolving NRR-related issues, ensuring single-point contact and fast redressal.
• The Government has already declared December 10 as Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas, to be observed annually from now onward.
• CM Sharma directed officials to:
  • Ensure time-bound planning and review progress.
  • Encourage diaspora investment and strengthen dialogue with them.
  • Facilitate the revamp and expansion of Rajasthan Foundation with 14 newly nominated chapter heads.
  • Prompt the formation of new executive committees and organize regular chapter meetings for engagement.

Detailed Explanation for RAS Mains:

• Who are Pravasi Rajasthanis (NRRs)?
  • People of Rajasthani origin who live and work outside the state, in India or abroad.
  • Significant contributors to economic remittances, cultural exchange, and knowledge transfer.
• Need for a Separate Department:
  • To provide institutional and policy support for diaspora engagement.
  • Ensure ease of grievance redressal, investment facilitation, and social-cultural participation.
  • Modelled on best practices from Pravasi Bharatiya Divas and state diaspora departments (like Gujarat, Kerala).
• Major Components of the Initiative:
  • Dedicated Department: For policy coordination, diaspora outreach, event management, and issue resolution.
  • Nodal Officers at District Level (ADCs): Direct communication channel for NRRs to the administration.
  • Pravasi Sammelan (Dec 10, 2025):
    • Recognition of NRRs’ excellence and service.
    • Promotion of Karmabhoomi se Matribhumi Abhiyan—calling NRRs to contribute to their native state.
  • Annual Celebration: Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas – A cultural and policy-based initiative to deepen emotional and economic bonds.
• Role of Rajasthan Foundation:
  • Nodal agency for diaspora coordination and overseas chapters.
  • To undergo structural strengthening—formation of new executive committees and addition of active members.
• Investment & Development Focus:
  • Attracting NRRs to participate in real estate, startups, education, health, tourism, and MSME sectors.
  • Promoting Rajasthan as an investment-friendly home state.
• RAS Relevance:
  • Model for diaspora-led development.
  • Case study in inclusive governance, state-branding, and socio-cultural policy.
  • Fits under GS Paper II (Governance & Policies) and GS Paper I (Rajasthan-specific development initiatives).

1. When will the Pravasi Rajasthani Sammelan 2025 be held?

• 15 August 2025
• 10 December 2025
• 26 January 2026
• 5 October 2025

Answer: 10 December 2025

2. Who has been designated as the nodal officer for Pravasi Rajasthani issues at the district level?

• Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM)
• District Collector
• Additional District Collector (ADC)
• Tehsildar

Answer: Additional District Collector (ADC)

प्रवासी राजस्थानियों के लिए नया विभाग गठित करेगी राज्य सरकार; 10 दिसंबर को होगा प्रवासी राजस्थानी सम्मेलन

• मुख्यमंत्री श्री भजनलाल शर्मा ने प्रवासी राजस्थानियों के हितों की रक्षा एवं प्रदेश निर्माण में उनके योगदान को संरचित करने के लिए नए विभाग के गठन की घोषणा की है।
• 10 दिसंबर 2025 को जयपुर में प्रवासी राजस्थानी सम्मेलन आयोजित किया जाएगा जिसमें देश-विदेश से प्रवासी राजस्थानियों की भागीदारी होगी।
• सम्मेलन में ‘कर्मभूमि से मातृभूमि’ अभियान के अंतर्गत सहयोग देने वाले प्रवासी भाइयों-बहनों को सम्मानित किया जाएगा।
• प्रत्येक जिले में अतिरिक्त जिला कलक्टर (ADC) को प्रवासी विषयों के नोडल अधिकारी के रूप में नियुक्त किया गया है, जो सिंगल प्वाइंट कॉन्टैक्ट के रूप में त्वरित समाधान प्रदान करेंगे।
• मुख्यमंत्री ने सम्मेलन की तैयारी के लिए समयबद्ध कार्य योजना और नियमित समीक्षा के निर्देश दिए।
• प्रमुख पहलें:
  • हर वर्ष 10 दिसंबर को ‘प्रवासी राजस्थानी दिवस’ के रूप में मनाने की घोषणा।
  • राजस्थान फाउंडेशन के 14 चैप्टरों के अध्यक्षों से जल्द कार्यकारिणी गठन कर सक्रिय सदस्यों को जोड़ने का निर्देश।
  • प्रवासी राजस्थानियों से संपर्क बढ़ाकर राज्य में निवेश बढ़ाने पर जोर।
  • निवेश, सामाजिक कार्य, शिक्षा, पर्यटन, स्वास्थ्य जैसे क्षेत्रों में सहभागिता का आह्वान।
• बैठक में संबंधित विभागों के वरिष्ठ अधिकारी उपस्थित रहे।

MCQs 

1. प्रवासी राजस्थानी सम्मेलन 2025 कब आयोजित किया जाएगा?

• 15 August 2025
• 10 December 2025
• 26 January 2026
• 5 October 2025
  Answer: 10 December 2025

2. प्रवासी राजस्थानी मामलों के लिए जिला स्तर पर किसे नोडल अधिकारी नियुक्त किया गया है?

• Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM)
• District Collector
• Additional District Collector (ADC)
• Tehsildar
  Answer: Additional District Collector (ADC)