Tribal Affairs Reviews Key Initiatives for the Next 100 Days in New Delhi Meeting

The meeting commenced with a comprehensive presentation on the Ministry’s schemes and initiatives, followed by an overview of the budget.

In a daylong meeting held in New Delhi today, Union Minister for Tribal Affairs, Shri Jual Oram, and Minister of State, Shri Durgadas Uikey, reviewed the progress of various schemes and strategized on key initiatives for the Ministry of Tribal Affairs over the next 100 days.

The meeting commenced with a comprehensive presentation on the Ministry's schemes and initiatives, followed by an overview of the budget. Key schemes and initiatives discussed included:

Scholarship schemes for tribal students

Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyaan (PM-JANMAN)

Pradhan Mantri Adi Adarsh Gram Yojana (PMAAGY)

Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS)

Livelihood schemes

Grants under Proviso to Article 275 (1) of the Constitution

Support to Tribal Research Institutes (TRIs)

Support to voluntary organizations (NGOs)

Major initiatives taken in the health sector

Other ancillary matters handled by various divisions of the Ministry

Shri Oram emphasized the importance of these initiatives in fostering an inclusive and equitable society. Shri Uikey echoed these sentiments, highlighting the collaborative efforts needed to drive these initiatives forward. Secretary (Tribal Affairs), Sh. Vibhu Nayar, along with senior officers, provided valuable insights and detailed plans to ensure timely and effective implementation.

The meeting concluded with a unanimous commitment from the Ministry to work tirelessly towards the outlined goals for empowering the tribal community.