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The Hindu
3 days ago
- General
- The Hindu
Tribal people demand ‘ration point' at Losingi
The tribal residents from five non-scheduled hilltop villages of Arla panchayat in Rolugunta mandal of Anakapalli district are demanding that a 'ration point' be opened at Losingi to save them from the hassles of trekking 8 km to Rajannapeta village of Sankavaram panchayat for collecting rations being given . Around 80 families, belonging to Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs), live in Pedagaruvu, Kotha Losingi, Patha Losingi, Pithrigedda and Neellubandha. The people of these villages staged a symbolic protest by carrying sacks on their heads on Wednesday. They said that they were forced to go to Rajannapeta to get their monthly rations from the depot and get nutritious food under 'Balaamrutham' for Anganwadis. They allege that the officials were not heeding their pleas for opening a ration point at Losingi.
Deccan Herald
03-08-2025
- Deccan Herald
140 people of Nicobari tribe, PVTGs to join Andaman Police
Director General of Police, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Hargobinder Singh Dhaliwal said, 'I would like to congratulate all the willing PVTGs and Nicobari tribe who successfully secured their position in our department. We will provide them with a special training session considering their culture and tradition.'
The Hindu
03-08-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
A total of 140 people of Nicobari tribe, PVTGs to join Andaman Police
A total of 140 people from Nicobari tribe and Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) will join the Andaman and Nicobar Police as part of their gradual integration in Port Blair,' a senior officer said. 'The PVTGs, which include Onge, Great Andamanese, Nicobari, will join as Home Guard Volunteers and their recruitment process was successfully concluded in a fair, transparent and meticulous manner recently,' the officer said. Speaking to PTI, Director General of Police, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Hargobinder Singh Dhaliwal said, "I would like to congratulate all the willing PVTGs and Nicobari tribe who successfully secured their position in our Department. We will provide them with a special training session considering their culture and tradition." He said, "The recruitment process was carried out with a strong emphasis on inclusive representation and participation, especially from women candidates. The final selection also features candidates with academic and technical qualifications in fields such as hotel management, computer applications, and ITI trades. Their commitment will strengthen community-oriented policing in the Islands.' Elaborating further, the DGP said, "A Total of 132 Nicobari candidates, including 41 females, three Great Andamanese, including one female and five Onge, are now part of our police family." The gradual integration is also noticed among other PVTGs such as Shompens and Jarawas (Ang) who live in their respective reserved dense forests where non-tribals are barred. A watershed moment took place on April 19, 2024, when Nauaaw and six other Shompens, including Jetuwai, Thuwaee, and Chemai, voted in the Lok Sabha elections for the first time, marking a significant milestone for their community. Shompens are predominantly uncontacted nomadic hunters, with a population of 244 on Nicobar Island. "In the coming years, we should not be surprised to see Shompens joining the police force. The gradual integration of PVTGs is occurring through tribal policies that encourage developing communication channels and participation based on their willingness," a senior administrative officer said. He added that the Ang (Jarawa) tribe is also adapting to mainstream lifestyles, with initiatives such as the 'AngKatha' educational module documenting their rituals and ethnobotanical knowledge. Similar educational modules are in place for other PVTGs, which will help them differentiate between societal norms," he said. When contacted, one of the selected Onge candidates of Dugong Creek, Tibilachu, said, "I don't have words to express my gratitude to the Andaman police. It was a tough journey for me, but I am happy to clear all the tests." Another Great Andamanese female selected candidate, Kelu from Strait Island, feels that more PVTGs will come forward to join the mainstream and expressed her desire to learn combat skills during her tenure in Andaman police.
News18
03-08-2025
- Politics
- News18
140 people of Nicobari tribe, PVTGs to join Andaman Police
Agency: Last Updated: August 03, 2025, 12:15 IST Representational image (Image: News18) Port Blair, Aug 3 (PTI) A total of 140 people from Nicobari tribe and Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) will join the Andaman and Nicobar Police as part of their gradual integration in Port Blair, a senior officer said The PVTGs, which include Onge, Great Andamanese, Nicobari will join as Home Guard Volunteers and their recruitment process was successfully concluded in a fair, transparent and meticulous manner recently, the officer said. Speaking to PTI, Director General of Police, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Hargobinder Singh Dhaliwal said, 'I would like to congratulate all the willing PVTGs and Nicobari tribe who successfully secured their position in our department. We will provide them with a special training session considering their culture and tradition." He said, 'The recruitment process was carried out with a strong emphasis on inclusive representation and participation, especially from women candidates. The final selection also features candidates with academic and technical qualifications in fields such as hotel management, computer applications, and ITI trades. Their commitment will strengthen community-oriented policing in the Islands." Elaborating further, the DGP said, 'A Total of 132 Nicobari candidates, including 41 females, three Great Andamanese, including one female and five Onge, are now part of our police family." The gradual integration is also noticed among other PVTGs such as Shompens and Jarawas (Ang) who live in their respective reserved dense forests where non-tribals are barred. A watershed moment took place on April 19, 2024, when Nauaaw and six other Shompens, including Jetuwai, Thuwaee, and Chemai, voted in the Lok Sabha elections for the first time, marking a significant milestone for their community. Shompens are predominantly uncontacted nomadic hunters, with a population of 244 on Nicobar Island. 'In the coming years, we should not be surprised to see Shompens joining the police force. The gradual integration of PVTGs is occurring through tribal policies that encourage developing communication channels and participation based on their willingness," a senior administrative officer said. Swipe Left For Next Video View all He added that the Ang (Jarawa) tribe is also adapting to mainstream lifestyles, with initiatives like the 'AngKatha' educational module documenting their rituals and ethnobotanical knowledge." 'Similar educational modules are in place for other PVTGs, which will help them differentiate between societal norms," he said. When contacted, one of the selected Onge candidates of Dugong Creek, Tibilachu, said, 'I don't have words to express my gratitude to the Andaman police. It was a tough journey for me, but I am happy to clear all the tests." Another Great Andamanese female selected candidate, Kelu from Strait Island, feels that more PVTGs will come forward to join the mainstream and expressed her desire to learn combat skills during her tenure in Andaman police. PTI SN SN RG (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Read More
Indian Express
28-07-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Gujarat beats other states in implementation of PM-JANMAN in July
Gujarat has secured the top rank, beating all other states in the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN) in July 2025, according to a government release, which cited the monthly rankings of states released under the scheme. Of the 75 Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) residing in the 18 states and one Union Territory, five — Kathodi, Kotwalia, Padhar, Siddi and Kolgha — are in Gujarat The mission, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in November 2023, aims at comprehensive development of the PVTGs by providing critical infrastructure and basic services within a set timeframe. As of July, Gujarat has sanctioned 12,489 houses under the PM-JANMAN. Also, 17 road projects have been approved. Notably, 100% of the 2,803 identified PVTG households, which lacked piped water supply, have now been covered. Electricity has reached 5,200 PVTG households under the mission, and 37 mobile towers have been installed, with work on 34 additional towers currently underway. Health services have been expanded through the deployment of 22 mobile medical units, and 67 Anganwadi centres are set to be established specifically for tribal women. In the education sector, 13 hostels have been sanctioned. Additionally, the government has approved 21 Van Dhan Vikas Kendras (VDVKs) to promote livelihood opportunities through the value addition of forest produce. Further, 39 multipurpose centres have been sanctioned to deliver services like skill training, nutrition, health, adult education, and cultural programmes, the statement said. The mission is implemented with coordinated efforts from eight central ministries: Ministry of Rural Development, Ministry of Jal Shakti, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Women and Child Development, Ministry of Power, Ministry of Communications and Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
