JANMAN SCHEME AMID SANKALP YATRA
Why in the News?
- Prime Minister inaugurated two significant initiatives on November 15, celebrated as Jan Jatiya Gaurav Diwas.
- The launch took place in Kunti, Jharkhand, and included the PM Janman scheme and Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra.
Source : Statistica
Tribes in India
- India has the second-largest tribal population in the world.(Over 730 Scheduled Tribes (STs) recognized under Article 342 of the Constitution of India.)
- As per the Census 2011, the tribal population constitutes about 9% of the total population in India.
- The tribal people throughout the country have rich traditions, cultures and heritage with unique lifestyles and customs.
- As per Census 2011, Bhil is the largest tribal group in India Constituting 38% of total tribal population in India.
PM Janman – Empowering Tribals
- Objective – Aims to achieve social justice for tribal communities, addressing their unique needs and challenges.
- Budget: The scheme boasts a substantial budget allocation of ₹24,000 crore, emphasizing the government’s commitment to tribal welfare.
- Focus: It focuses on the protection and nurturing of tribes, including those residing in remote areas facing the risk of extinction.
- Identified Tribal Communities: Government has identified 75 tribal communities and primitive tribes, totaling lakhs of people residing in over 22,000 villages.
- Comprehensive Approach:
Takes a comprehensive approach to tribal welfare, considering factors such as
- healthcare, education,
- livelihood, and
- cultural preservation.
- Aligning with National Development Goals:
Aligns with the broader national goal of making India a developed nation by 2047, emphasizing the importance of tribal communities in this vision.
Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra:
- The Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra, a nationwide awareness drive, accompanies PM Janman.
- Its purpose is to facilitate the widespread implementation of welfare schemes, with activities continuing until January 26 across the country.
The Janman scheme and Sankalp Yatra underscore the government’s commitment to tribal welfare and nationwide developmental initiatives, contributing to India’s progress.