Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyaan - DNH & DD
Category: Health & Wellness, Education & Learning, Housing & Shelter, Social welfare & Empowerment, Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Agriculture,Rural & Environment, Travel & Tourism, Women and Child, Skills & Employment
Level: Central | State: Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu
Ministry: Ministry Of Tribal Affairs

Details:
The scheme aims to ensure the holistic and sustainable development of tribal areas and communities, building on the learnings and success of the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PMJANMAN). It focuses on addressing long-standing developmental gaps faced by tribal populations, particularly in remote and underserved regions, by adopting a comprehensive and need-based approach. A key feature of the scheme is inter-ministerial convergence, which ensures coordinated efforts across various sectors. Under this approach, 17 ministries of the Government of India work together to deliver benefits and services to tribal communities. Instead of isolated interventions, the scheme integrates resources, expertise, and programs from multiple departments to achieve greater efficiency and impact. The scheme identifies 25 focused interventions across critical sectors such as education, healthcare, nutrition, livelihood, infrastructure, skill development, and social security. These interventions are designed to improve the overall quality of life of tribal populations while preserving their cultural identity and promoting inclusive growth. **Basic Infrastructure:** Pucca houses, roads, electricity, solar power, and drinking water for all tribal households. Health & Nutrition: Mobile Medical Units, Ayushman cards, Anganwadi centres, and Poshan initiatives. Education: Construction of hostels, improved school access, and digital connectivity. Livelihood & Skills: Skill development, agriculture, fisheries, livestock support, and entrepreneurship promotion. Connectivity & Digital Access: Telecom (4G), BharatNet, and digital inclusion initiatives. Social Welfare: LPG connections, capacity building of Gram Sabhas, and FRA implementation. Tourism & Marketing: Tribal homestays and Tribal Multipurpose Marketing Centres (TMMC).

Benefits:
Improved Living Standards: Access to pucca houses, clean drinking water, electricity, LPG, and road connectivity ensures better quality of life.
Better Healthcare: Mobile Medical Units, Ayushman Bharat coverage, and improved health infrastructure reduce IMR/MMR and enhance overall health outcomes.
Quality Education: Hostels, digital access, and strengthened schools increase enrolment and reduce dropout rates among tribal children.
Livelihood & Income Growth: Skill development, agriculture, livestock, fisheries, and entrepreneurship support create employment and boost income.
Women & Child Development: Anganwadi centres and nutrition programs improve maternal and child health.
Digital & Financial Inclusion: Internet connectivity and digital initiatives improve access to services, education, and governance.
Community Empowerment: Capacity building of Gram Sabhas and FRA support strengthens local governance and rights.
Tourism & Market Linkages: Tribal homestays and marketing centres promote local products and cultural tourism.


Eligibility Criteria:
Target Beneficiaries:
Tribal communities, especially Scheduled Tribes (STs) living in rural and remote areas.
Priority Groups:
Focus on vulnerable tribal groups, including Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) and underserved habitations.
Geographical Coverage:
Villages with significant tribal population, especially those identified with development gaps in basic services like health, education, and infrastructure.
Household-Level Inclusion:
Tribal households lacking access to basic amenities such as housing, drinking water, electricity, roads, and livelihood opportunities.
Gap-Based Selection:
Beneficiaries are identified through gap analysis by line departments, ensuring support reaches those most in need.
Community-Based Approach:
Gram Sabhas and local institutions play a role in identifying eligible beneficiaries and ensuring inclusive coverage.