Pradhan Mantri Janjati Unnat Gram Abhiyan Yojana is an initiative launched by the Government of India. Under this scheme, the aim is to ensure socio-economic development for tribal communities living in rural areas. Tribal families living in tribal-dominated villages and aspiring districts will be provided basic amenities. The Ministry of Tribal Affairs will act as the nodal ministry for the overall monitoring and implementation of this scheme. The objective of which is to provide Rs 5 crore to tribal families living in 63,000 villages in tribal-dominated villages and aspiring districts. It is proposed to adopt a holistic ‘saturation approach’ for inclusive human resource development and social justice.
Objective of the scheme
The main goal of this scheme is that the tribal families should get all the basic amenities like water, roads, education, and health services. The aim is to improve the social and economic status of the tribals. This will bring some important changes in the lives of the communities and they will get better opportunities. Employment opportunities will be provided in the scheme by using local resources and skills.
Benefits of the scheme
- First of all, those villages and settlements will be identified where special tribal communities live. Those who need development.
- Development plans will be made in consultation with local communities to ensure that projects respond to their needs and priorities.
- The scheme involves financial support from the central and state governments as well as possible contributions from various development partnerships and NGOs.
- The initiative is implemented through a collaborative approach involving various government departments, local bodies and community-based organisations.
Impact of the scheme
The aim is to improve the quality of life for tribal communities by providing them access to economic and essential services. By addressing the unique challenges faced by tribal communities, the program aims to empower them and promote their inclusion in the broader socio-economic fabric.
PM Janjati Unnat Gram Abhiyan represents a comprehensive approach to address the developmental needs of tribal communities and promote their overall well-being.
Tribal Advanced Village Campaign Important Facility
Janjati Unnat Gram Abhiyan provides important facilities like construction of pucca houses, road linkages, piped water supply and community water supply, mobile medical units, construction of hostels, construction of Anganwadi centres, construction of Multipurpose Centres (MPCs), electrification of settlements/houses, off-grid and solar energy, establishment of Van Dhan Vikas Kendras, installation of mobile towers.