Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan

The Union Government, in September 2024, launched ‘Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan’ to enhance the socio-economic conditions of tribal communities.

Key Highlights

  • Budget: Rs. 79,156 crore.
  • Objective: Saturate critical gaps in social infrastructure, health, education, and livelihood through scheme convergence.
  • Coverage: 63,000 villages across 30 States/UTs, benefiting over 5 crore tribals.

Tribal Demographics & Challenges

  • Population: 8.6% of India’s total (2011 Census).
  • Poverty: 40.6% live below the poverty line.
  • Employment: Majority in primary sector (agriculture & forest-based livelihoods).
  • Education: Literacy rate 72.1%, but low higher education attainment.
  • Health:
    • Triple Disease Burden: Malnutrition, infectious diseases, genetic disorders (e.g., sickle cell anaemia).
    • Infrastructure Deficit: Shortage of healthcare facilities in ....
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