PM Modi to Launch PM-PVTG Development Mission on Birsa Munda’s Birth Anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to launch the PM-PVTG Development Mission, a significant scheme aimed at the comprehensive development of approximately 28 lakh people from Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). This momentous event is scheduled to take place on November 15, coinciding with the birth anniversary of the renowned tribal freedom fighter Birsa Munda. This day has been celebrated as “Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas” for the past three years.

Historic Visit to Ulihatu Village

The launch of the PM-PVTG Development Mission will be conducted in Jharkhand’s Khunti district, following a visit to Ulihatu village, which is the birthplace of Birsa Munda. Notably, this visit will make Prime Minister Modi the first sitting Prime Minister to set foot in the village. Last year, on Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas, President Droupadi Murmu also made a historic visit to the village, marking the first such visit by any President.

Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra

In addition to the PM-PVTG mission, Prime Minister Modi is expected to launch the “Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra” from Khunti. This yatra aims to achieve the saturation of flagship government schemes across the entire country. The journey will commence from tribal-dominated districts, with the goal of covering all districts by January 2024.

A Range of Initiatives

Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Jharkhand on November 14 and 15 will encompass the release of the 15th installment of the PM-KISAN scheme and the inauguration and foundation stone laying for projects worth ₹7,200 crore across various sectors, including rail, road, education, coal, petroleum, and natural gas.

Transforming Lives of PVTG Communities

The PM-PVTG Mission is strategically designed to provide critical infrastructure such as power, water, road connectivity, housing, education, and healthcare to the 75 PVTG communities residing in remote villages. Multiple government ministries will collaborate on this mission, bringing about 11 interventions to the targeted villages, including the PM-Gram Sadak Yojana, PM-Gram Awaas Yojana, and Jal Jeevan Mission.

Ensuring Comprehensive Welfare

Government sources have confirmed that concerted efforts will be made in PVTG villages to ensure the saturation of vital schemes like PM-Jan Arogya Yojana, Sickle-Cell Elimination Campaign, TB elimination campaign, 100% immunization, PM Surakshit Matritva Yojana, PM Matru Vandana Yojana, PM Poshan, PM Jan Dhan Yojana, and more.

Increased Allocation for PM-PVTG Mission

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman had initially allocated ₹15,000 crore for the PM-PVTG scheme over three years. However, the latest statement reveals that the government has now increased the allocation to ₹24,000 crore, emphasizing its commitment to the mission’s success.

Concerns and Challenges

Despite the government’s efforts, a House Panel on the welfare of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes expressed concerns about the budgeting for the PM-PVTG mission, noting the absence of current data on the total population of PVTGs in the country. This highlights the challenges the mission may face in achieving its objectives.

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2023

Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs