Syllabus:

GS2: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes; mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections.

Context: 

Recently, the Government of India has launched the ‘Dharti Aaba Janbhagidari Abhiyan’, a major nationwide campaign aimed at empowering tribal communities by ensuring full access to government benefits.

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It is launched by Union Minister of Tribal Affairs.

A massive benefit saturation drive is being carried out across 550 tribal districts, 2,900+ blocks and 207 districts dominated by Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs), covering around 1 lakh villages and habitations.

The outreach is centered around ‘benefit saturation’ camps that aim to deliver services directly to people’s doorsteps under two major schemes —PM JANMAN (launched in 2023) and Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (launched in 2024).

It is a key initiative under Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh, launched to honour the legacy, culture and contributions of India’s tribal communities, while ensuring that their rights and development benefits reach them at their doorstep.

• “Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh” was launched to mark the 150th birth anniversary of Bhagwan “Birsa Munda”, a revered tribal freedom fighter and leader.

Major Highlights of Dharti Aaba Janbhagidari Abhiyan

Vision & Purpose:

• Launched under Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh to honour the legacy of tribal freedom fighter Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
• Aims to empower tribal communities through last-mile delivery and Janbhagidari (people’s participation).

Integrated Schemes

• Supports the implementation of PM-JANMAN (launched in 2023) and
• Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA) (launched in 2024).

Doorstep Delivery:

• Conducts benefit saturation camps at the village and habitation levels for direct access to government services.

Key Services Delivered:

• Aadhaar enrolment and updates
• Ayushman Bharat health cards
• Jan Dhan account openings
• PM-KISAN and pension scheme enrolments
• Scholarship and insurance coverage
• Skill training and livelihood program registration

Participatory Approach:

• Involves coordination between district administrations, Panchayati Raj institutions, tribal leaders, and grassroots workers.

Mains Practise Question

The Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN) aims at empowering Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) through a convergence-based model of development. Discuss the significance of this initiative in addressing the historical marginalisation of tribal communities in India.