At the speech UT-level function of ‘Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas’ celebrations at Jammu Convention Centre which happened via virtual mode, Sinha assured that the Government is standing firmly to protect the rights of the tribal communities, promote and preserve their cultural and linguistic heritage and provide equal opportunities to them across all the sectors.
“My aim has always been to protect the interests of tribals and improve welfare of women and youth from the community,” he said. He went on to tell that how the Tribal communities have earlier never been the part of mainstream development Lieutenant Governor said for the first time their welfare has been kept at the centre of Government’s development agenda.
Sinha said the improvement will take place in multiple avenues such as Forest Rights Act, Pradhan Mantri Van-Dhan Vikas Yojana, Van Dhan Self Help Groups, Pradhan Mantri Adi Adarsh Gram Yojana, allotment of 5 marla land to Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (G) eligible landless tribal beneficiaries, new tribal hostels, smart schools and special scholarships among others.
The IEC Campaign for the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan is set to significantly enhance the implementation of the scheme in Jammu and Kashmir. This initiative aims to address critical gaps in social infrastructure, health, education, and livelihood, ultimately promoting holistic and sustainable development in tribal regions and communities.
Prominent attendees at the event held at the Convention Centre included Javed Ahmed Rana, Minister of Tribal Affairs; Jugal Kishore Sharma, Member of Parliament; Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; and Prasanna Ramaswamy G, Secretary of the Tribal Affairs Department, along with other senior officials and members of tribal communities and youth. During the ceremony, the Lieutenant Governor honored the legacy of renowned freedom fighter Bhagwan Birsa Munda, highlighting his vital contributions to the freedom movement and nation-building efforts.
He emphasized that Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas serves to pay tribute to this tribal icon while also celebrating the rich culture and historical significance of tribal communities.
