NEWS – Poovanahalli, located in K.R. Pet taluk of Mandya district, has been selected for the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN) scheme.

HIGHLIGHTS

• The scheme aims to socially and economically empower tribal communities and bring them into the mainstream.
• The announcement was made by Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy.
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the scheme last year (2023).

PM-JANMAN SCHEME DETAILS:

• National Scope: The scheme targets the development of 63,000 villages across India.
• Budget: The scheme has a budget of ₹79,000 crore. (Note: this figure differs from the summary provided below the article which states ₹24,104 crore, there might be a typo in the article).
• Comprehensive Development: Over 25 programs will be implemented across 18 departments, focusing on:
  • Education
  • Health
  • Housing
  • Sanitation
  • Infrastructure
  • Clean drinking water
  • Skill development
  • Nutrition
  • Roads
  • Telecommunication
  • Sustainable livelihood opportunities
  • Training for tribal cottage industries

PM JANMAN KEY POINTS

• Launch Year: 2023
• Type: Includes both Central Sector and Centrally Sponsored Schemes
• Objective: To enhance the socio-economic conditions of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)
• Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Tribal Affairs
• Beneficiaries: 75 PVTG communities
• Total Budgetary Outlay: ₹24,104 crore
• Coverage Period: 2023-24 to 2025-26