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Inviting Suggestions - Role of Tribal Communities in Viksit Bharat Initiative

Inviting Suggestions - Role of Tribal Communities in Viksit Bharats Initiative
Start Date :
Jun 15, 2025
Last Date :
Jul 15, 2025
23:45 PM IST (GMT +5.30 Hrs)
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As part of the Government of India’s vision for Viksit Bharat (Developed India) by 2047, the Ministry of Tribal Affairs in collaboration with MyGov invites citizens to actively ...

As part of the Government of India’s vision for Viksit Bharat (Developed India) by 2047, the Ministry of Tribal Affairs in collaboration with MyGov invites citizens to actively participate in the initiative themed “Role of Tribal Communities in Viksit Bharat”. This initiative aims to recognize and celebrate the invaluable contributions of India’s tribal communities in shaping a sustainable, inclusive, and progressive nation.

Participants are encouraged to share their ideas, suggestions, and perspectives on how tribal knowledge systems, cultural heritage, sustainable practices, and community-led models can serve as guiding forces in India’s socio-economic, cultural, and environmental development.

Discussion is open to all Indian citizens. Selected ideas may be featured in national publications, exhibitions, and included in policy-level discussions.

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Andaluri Srinivas
Andaluri Srinivas 9 months 3 weeks ago
Each of tribal community habitation is rich of traditional art and culture, brings mini Bharat which is subset of Viksit Bharat
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Ayush Chaudhari
Ayush Chaudhari 9 months 3 weeks ago
illustrate the transformative potential of tribal communities, here are real-world examples:a. Van Dhan Yojana in ChhattisgarhImpact: Over 50,000 tribal women in Bastar process tamarind, mahua, and honey, earning up to ₹10,000 monthly through Van Dhan Kendras.Lesson: Community-led value addition creates sustainable livelihoods.Scaling Up: Replicate this model in other MFP-rich states like Odisha and Jharkhand.b. Dongria Kondh’s Resistance in NiyamgiriImpact: The tribe’s campaign against Vedanta’s bauxite mining preserved 660 sq. km of forest, protecting biodiversity and water sources.Lesson: Tribal activism strengthens environmental governance.Scaling Up: Support tribal-led conservation movements through legal aid and media amplification.
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Ayush Chaudhari
Ayush Chaudhari 9 months 3 weeks ago
Economic MarginalizationIssue: Tribes face poverty rates twice the national average (NFHS-5), with limited access to markets and credit.Mitigation:Expand microfinance schemes like MUDRA for tribal entrepreneurs.Create Tribal Startup Incubators focusing on sustainable enterprises, partnered with IIMs and IITs.d. Conflict and InsurgencyIssue: Left-wing extremism in tribal areas like Bastar (Chhattisgarh) disrupts development and alienates communities.Mitigation:Promote peace-building through tribal youth engagement in sports, arts, and civic programs.Invest in education and jobs to address root causes of unrest, as seen in successful models like the Aspirational Districts Programme.
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Ayush Chaudhari
Ayush Chaudhari 9 months 3 weeks ago
While tribal communities hold immense potential, systemic barriers must be addressed to ensure their meaningful participation in Viksit Bharat.a. Displacement and ExploitationIssue: Development projects displace tribes without adequate rehabilitation, e.g., the Polavaram Dam in Andhra Pradesh affected over 100,000 tribals.Mitigation:Enforce the Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013, with tribal-specific provisions.Create a Tribal Displacement Monitoring Cell to ensure fair compensation and resettlement.
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Ayush Chaudhari
Ayush Chaudhari 9 months 3 weeks ago
Representation and VoiceChallenges:Tribal perspectives are often underrepresented in policy-making, leading to top-down interventions.Cultural erosion due to urbanization threatens tribal identity.Recommendations:Form National and State Tribal Advisory Councils to ensure tribal inputs in Viksit Bharat policies.Fund tribal-led media platforms (e.g., YouTube channels, podcasts) to amplify their narratives.Celebrate Janjatiya Gaurav Divas (November 15, commemorating Birsa Munda) with nationwide events showcasing tribal contributions.
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Ayush Chaudhari
Ayush Chaudhari 9 months 3 weeks ago
Infrastructure and ConnectivityChallenges:Many tribal villages lack roads, electricity, and internet, isolating them from development opportunities.Poor infrastructure limits market access for tribal products.Recommendations:Prioritize tribal areas under BharatNet for high-speed internet, enabling e-commerce and digital education.Develop all-weather roads under PMGSY (Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana) to connect tribal markets.Install solar microgrids in off-grid tribal villages, aligning with India’s renewable energy goals.
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Ayush Chaudhari
Ayush Chaudhari 9 months 3 weeks ago
Healthcare and NutritionChallenges:Tribal areas face high rates of malnutrition (e.g., 40% stunting among tribal children per NFHS-5) and limited healthcare access.Diseases like sickle-cell anemia disproportionately affect tribes in Central India.Recommendations:Expand PM JANMAN to include mobile health units and telemedicine in remote tribal areas.Screen and treat genetic disorders like sickle-cell anemia through targeted campaigns.Promote tribal superfoods like millets and wild greens in Mid-Day Meal schemes and PDS (Public Distribution System).
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Ayush Chaudhari
Ayush Chaudhari 9 months 3 weeks ago
To harness tribal contributions, Viksit Bharat must address systemic challenges through inclusive policies and robust implementation.a. Land and Resource RightsChallenges:Despite the FRA, only 14% of potential CFR claims have been recognized (as of 2023), leaving tribes vulnerable to displacement from mining and infrastructure projects, e.g., in Odisha’s Niyamgiri and Chhattisgarh’s Hasdeo forests.Encroachment and bureaucratic delays hinder land titling.Recommendations:Fast-track FRA implementation through dedicated tribal land tribunals.Enforce Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC) for projects in tribal areas, as mandated by international conventions like ILO 169.Use GIS mapping to resolve land disputes and secure tribal tenure.
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Ayush Chaudhari
Ayush Chaudhari 9 months 3 weeks ago
The Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) educate tribal youth, with some excelling in fields like engineering and medicine.The Adi tribe in Arunachal Pradesh blends traditional weaving with modern design, creating market-ready textiles.Relevance to Viksit Bharat: Skilled tribal youth can drive India’s demographic dividend and Atmanirbhar Bharat.Recommendations:Expand EMRS with vocational courses in tribal arts, sustainable agriculture, and digital skills.Partner with ITIs (Industrial Training Institutes) to train tribal youth in green jobs like solar panel installation and forest management.Promote Tribal Study Abroad Programs to expose youth to global best practices while preserving cultural roots.
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