PM-JANMAN: Empowering India's Tribal Communities

• 30 Nov 2023

Recently, the Union Cabinet has approved the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN), a monumental Rs 24,104-crore tribal welfare initiative.

• It marks a significant stride towards uplifting Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). It is set to revolutionize the lives of over 40 lakh individuals across 75 tribal communities in 18 states and the Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
  • In India, a PVTG is a sub-classification of a Scheduled Tribe that is considered more vulnerable than a regular Scheduled Tribe.
    • PVTGs were previously known as Primitive Tribal Groups.
  • The population of PVTGs in Odisha ranks highest based on data from the Ministry of Tribal Affairs and the 2011 Census.
• With a focus on pivotal elements such as housing, education, healthcare, connectivity, and livelihood opportunities, PM-JANMAN encompasses a broad spectrum of initiatives.

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