Development accelerating in tribal regions; 18 lakh houses built under PM Awas Yojana, including 7 lakh for tribal families
Published on: November 15, 2025
By: BTNI
Location: Rajnandgaon, India
On the occasion of Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas, Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly Speaker Dr. Raman Singh participated in a grand programme held at Padma Shri Govindram Nirmalkar Auditorium. The event was organised in conjunction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s participation in the national celebration from Dediapada, Narmada district (Gujarat) on the 150th birth anniversary of freedom fighter and tribal icon Birsa Munda.
Dr. Singh, along with other public representatives, joined the Prime Minister’s event through video conferencing.
At the programme, Speaker Dr. Raman Singh was felicitated with a traditional bison-horn crown. He distributed benefits and materials to beneficiaries under various welfare schemes and honoured officials, employees, students, and women achievers for excellence in their respective fields.
“Birsa Munda’s sacrifice will never be forgotten” – Dr. Singh
Wishing everyone on Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas, Dr. Raman Singh said the message from this celebration is resonating across 700 districts of India: that the nation will forever remember the unparalleled sacrifice of Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
He recalled that Birsa Munda led a fierce tribal uprising against British injustice, mobilising the youth of Jharkhand and inspiring millions across Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, and several other regions. The brutal repression carried out by the British to crush this movement is a dark chapter of colonial history.
Rapid progress in tribal regions under PM Modi’s vision
Dr. Singh stated that under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership, the government is committed to transforming tribal areas by expanding road networks into remote regions and launching welfare programmes that directly uplift tribal families.
He highlighted several key achievements:
- 18 lakh houses constructed under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana,
of which 7 lakh houses have been allotted to tribal families. - Substantial reduction in malnutrition, poverty, and migration due to the Food Security Scheme.
- Increase in tendupatta collection wages from ₹4,000 to ₹5,500 under the leadership of Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai.
- Accelerated development of drinking water, electricity, and essential services in tribal villages.
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He added that areas with over 50% tribal population are receiving focused development under the Dhartia Aba Yojana, prioritising drinking water, education, ration distribution, healthcare, and infrastructure.
“Our culture and identity are tied to our soil”
Dr. Singh emphasized that India’s pride, heritage, and identity are rooted in its culture and traditions, safeguarded through the sacrifices of brave tribal heroes like Birsa Munda. He added that Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas serves as a reminder to honour ancestors whose contributions may have been forgotten over time.
Community Leaders Share Birsa Munda’s Legacy
Various community representatives addressed the gathering, narrating significant episodes from Birsa Munda’s life journey and revolutionary movement.
Dignitaries Present
The event was attended by District Panchayat Chairperson Kiran Vaishnav, Chhattisgarh Tourism Board Chairperson Neelu Sharma, Labour Welfare Board Chairperson Yogeshdutt Mishra, district panchayat members Prashant Kodape, Biram Mandavi, Gopal Singh Bhuarya, Anita Mandavi, Devkumari, Councillor Sevak Uike, social worker Komal Singh Rajput, Sachin Baghel, Sumit Upadhyay, Bhavesh Baid, Collector Jitendra Yadav, Superintendent of Police Ankita Sharma, Additional Collector Prem Prakash Sharma, Assistant Commissioner Tribal Development Diksha Gupta, and several tribal community leaders including Atmaram Chandravanshi, M.D. Thakur, Neelkanth Gadhe, Sushila Netam, H.R. Thakur, Rahul Netam, Gemu Lal Kunjam, R.S. Nayak, Pushpa Uike, Lalit Kumre, R.P. Thakur, besides other public representatives, officials, and citizens in large numbers.
