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The Ministry of Panchayati Raj has been actively working to strengthen local self-governments in Odisha through the implementation of various schemes and measures. The Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) is central to these efforts, aiming to build the capacities of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) through training and development. In
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The Ministry of Panchayati Raj in India has taken significant measures to enhance the capacities of Panchayati Raj Institutions through the Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA). Focused on training Elected Representatives and functionaries, the initiative aims to strengthen Panchayat governance, develop leadership skills, and support women's participation
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India's Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region is focusing on enhancing the logistics sector through coordinated efforts and initiatives like the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan and strategic projects with neighboring countries, to establish the North-Eastern region as a pivotal trade gateway. Source: Original Link
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The Ministry of Tribal Affairs announced that 31 teaching and 21 non-teaching positions have been approved per Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) for schools with up to 12th grade and 480 students. Following a successful recruitment drive in 2023, a new notification has been released for 2025 recruitment. State governments
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The Ministry of Tribal Affairs, under the Government of India's scheme 'Support to Tribal Research Institutes (TRIs)', has committed financial support for preserving and promoting tribal cultural heritage across India. This includes allocations for research, documentation, and cultural events spread across various states, especially in India&
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As of January 1, 2026, the Ministry of Tribal Affairs has sanctioned 723 Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs) throughout India, providing modern campuses and facilities to support academic and extracurricular activities for tribal students. The schools are designed to accommodate 480 students each, with separate facilities for boys and girls,
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The Ministry of Tribal Affairs, informed by Shri Durgadas Uikey, outlines several national programs under the National Health Mission aimed at enhancing healthcare among tribal populations. Key initiatives include the implementation of Ayushman Arogya Mandir, Free Drugs and Diagnostics Services, and universal immunization programs. Special attention is given to maternal
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The Ministry of Tribal Affairs reported to the Rajya Sabha that implementation of the Forest Rights Act, 2006 is underway in 20 states and one Union Territory, with a high claim settlement rate of 85.40% as of December 2025. Efforts include establishing dedicated FRA cells and conducting multiple consultations
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The Government of Tamil Nadu's proposal to include the Badaga community in the Scheduled Tribes list was rejected by the Registrar General of India (RGI). The proposal did not receive support despite being forwarded along with an ethnographic report. Following rejection, a writ petition supported by the community
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Union Tribal Affairs Minister Shri Jual Oram updated the Rajya Sabha on the progress of the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM JANMAN). As of December 2025, a total of 473,939 housing units have been approved under the scheme, with approximately 250,000 units completed. Various related
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The Indian government has reinforced its commitment to transforming inter-city mobility by announcing the development of seven new high-speed rail corridors in the Union Budget 2026–27. This strategic initiative aims to enhance regional connectivity, reduce travel times, and promote sustainable transport, building on the success of the Mumbai–Ahmedabad
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The Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, Shri Durgadas Uikey, discussed the implementation of the Forest Rights Act in Telangana in the Rajya Sabha. As of now, the state has granted a total of 231,456 forest rights titles, including both individual and community claims. However, there are still