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The Hindu
3 hours ago
- General
- The Hindu
Mahua flower-based nutrient-rich traditional snacks launched on the occasion of World Adivasi Day
Launch of Mahua (Ippa) flower-based laddus, chocolates and other nutrient-rich traditional snacks made by Adivasi women self-help groups of Charla mandal marked the celebration of the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples (World Adivasi Day) in Bhadrachalam town of Bhadradri Kothagudem district on Saturday. A coffee table book on the renovated tribal museum at the Integrated Tribal Development Agency headquarters in Bhadrachalam was released at the main function held in the temple town. Bhadrachalam MLA Tellam Venkat Rao, Bhadradri Kothagudem Collector Jitesh V. Patil, ITDA, Bhadrachalam, and Project Officer B. Rahul, addressed the gathering. The members of Bhadradri Seetharama tribal women SHGs were felicitated for excelling in production of millet-based biscuits and bringing national recognition to Bhadrachalam Agency. Earlier in the day, a rally was taken out in Bhadrachalam to mark the mega annual event. The participants garlanded the statues of legendary Adivasi leaders at Ambedkar Centre.
The Hindu
4 hours ago
- General
- The Hindu
Government has disbursed ₹1,000 crore to families displaced by Polavaram project: MLA
Polavaram MLA Chirri Balaraju said that the government has disbursed nearly ₹1,000 crore to families displaced by the Polavaram project in Eluru district, and is taking several measures for development of the Agency areas. Participating in the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples (World Adivasi Day) at K.R. Puram village of Buttaigudem mandal in Eluru district on Saturday, the MLA said that CC roads, drainages and other works worth ₹85 crore have been taken up in the tribal villages. 'Drinking water, medical, education and other facilities are being provided in the tribal habitations. Nearly 154 beneficiaries were provided financial aid under the Chief Minister's Relief Fund (CMRF),' Mr. Balaraju said. Zilla Parishad Chairperson Ganta Padmasri, who also participated in the celebrations at Buttaigudem mandal said that Adivasis have been following the old traditions and culture and protecting the nature. 'The food habits of the tribals and the green cover around them has been the reason for their good health,' said Ms. Padmasri, and appreciated the tribals who performed 'Kommu' dance, 'Dandora' and other cultural programmes on the occasion. Earlier, they felicitated the local leaders who were fighting for Girijans in the Agency villages in the district. K.R. Puram Integrated Development Agency (ITDA) Project Officer K. Ramulu Naik, TRICOR Chairman Boragam Srinivasulu, Special Deputy Collector I. Kishore, Tribal Welfare Department Deputy Director N. Srividya and leaders of various tribal welfare associations and organisations also participated. Later, the MLA and other officials went round the stalls arranged by Tribal Welfare, ITDA, Women Development and Child Welfare, and other departments.
The Hindu
5 hours ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
13 ashram schools, 9 tribal hostels under ITDA administration in Nandyal, says Collector
In commemoration of World Tribal Day, the district administrations of Nandyal and Chittoor affirmed the commitment of the State government to strive for the welfare of the Adivasi communities and to educate their children on a priority basis. In Nandyal, Collector Rajakumari Ganiya said that as many as 13 ashram schools and nine tribal hostels were under the administration of the Integrated Tribal Development Authority (ITDA) in the district, while the State government was making continuous efforts to strengthen the infrastructure. She urged the parents of the dominant Chenchu community to prioritise the education of their children, avoid child marriages, and utilise government welfare schemes and health camps. In Chittoor, Collector Sumit Kumar said that ₹75 crore was allocated for development of infrastructure in SC/ST hamlets. He announced the granting of fishing rights to 50 families under the ROFR Act and land titles to 22 Yanadi families. The Collector informed the target group to directly approach his office with grievances and make use of the welfare schemes.
The Hindu
a day ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
International Tribal Day fete to be held in Eluru on August 9
The International Tribal Day celebrations will be held on August 9 at the Integrated Tribal Development Agency (ITDA) Parade Ground in Kotarama Chandrapuram, announced ITDA Project Officer Sri Ramulu Naik in a statement on Friday. The event is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. Several dignitaries, including State Ministers, Members of the Legislative Council (MLCs), Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs), the District Collector, officials from various departments, and public representatives are expected to attend the programme.
New Indian Express
3 days ago
- Health
- New Indian Express
Pregnant women hostels a boon for tribal mothers in Manyam; ensure safer deliveries
PARVATHIPURAM-MANYAM : Pregnant Women Hostels (PWHs) run by the Integrated Tribal Development Agency (ITDA) have become a boon for tribal women in the Manyam district, providing them with safe delivery services. The Parvathipuram and Seethampeta ITDA authorities operate three PWHs with 106 beds at the Youth Training Centre premises in Salur, Gummalaxmipuram, and Seethampeta mandal headquarters. Since their inception, these hostels have facilitated at least 4,450 deliveries, including 3,704 normal deliveries. The concept of PWHs was introduced by Parvathipuram ITDA Project Officer Laxmi Sha in 2018 to increase hospital deliveries in tribal areas and reduce mother and infant mortality rates. The hostels provide pregnant women with food, accommodation, medication, and medical care, shifting them from hilly areas and remote agency hamlets two months before their delivery date. The hostels also offer nutritional food, exercise, yoga, meditation, entertainment, and round-the-clock intensive care to ensure safe delivery. These hostels have yielded good results, providing medical services to tribal women and reducing the Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR) and Infant Mortality Rate (IMR). Thousands of pregnant women in Parvathipuram ITDA limits have utilized the PWH services.
