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Nationwide Campaign for Vulnerable Tribal Groups

  • 24 Aug 2024

The government launched the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyaan (PM-JANMAN) on 23rd August, 2024, aiming to deliver essential services to Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) across 194 districts.

Key Points

  • Campaign Duration: The campaign will run until September 10, targeting extensive outreach to PVTG communities.
  • PVTG Demographics: India's Scheduled Tribe population includes 75 communities identified as PVTGs across 18 states and the Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, facing challenges in social, economic, and educational areas.
  • Mission Goals: PM-JANMAN, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas, aims to provide PVTG families with housing, clean water, sanitation, education, healthcare, and improved road and telecom connectivity.
  • Funding Allocation: The government has allocated ₹15,000 crore for PM-JANMAN over three years, starting from 2023, to enhance the quality of life for PVTGs.
  • Campaign Scale: This year's campaign will reach 44.6 lakh PVTG individuals in 28,700 habitations across 194 districts, covering 16,500 villages, 15,000-gram panchayats, and 1,000 talukas.
  • Outreach Strategy: The campaign will focus on remote areas with limited access, bringing essential services directly to PVTG households through events in local markets, community centers, and common places.
  • Volunteer Involvement: Organizations like MyBharat, Nehru Yuvak Kendras, NSS, NCC, and self-help groups will support the campaign, helping distribute essential documents like Aadhar cards, community certificates, and bank accounts.
  • Health Initiatives: The campaign will also include health camps to address specific health issues among PVTGs, such as sickle cell disease.