PVTG Chenchu Youth Lead Tiger Conservation In Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Reserve
As India eyes a rise in tiger numbers, the role of local tribal communities like the Chenchus is becoming central to the success of conservation efforts, avers Deepanwita Gita Niyogi
Gujarat CM launches schemes worth Rs 362 cr for tribal belt
Aiming to improve access to basic services and agricultural support in Gujarat’s tribal regions, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Monday launched a series of infrastructure and irrigation projects including road connectivity, public facilities, and large-scale water supply schemes. The State government said it sanctioned works worth Rs 362.57 crore under the 'Vanbandhu Kalyan Yojana' to strengthen infrastructure across the tribal belt stretching from Ambaji to Umargam. The package includes 293 projects, comprising 325.81 km of roads to connect tribal villages with schools and primary health centres, along with related structural construction works. "The works were approved to ensure that essential services such as education and healthcare reach tribal communities easily and promptly under the scheme, inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi," the Government said in a statement.
