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Time of India
11 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Battle for tribal turf hots up between BAP & BJP MPs
Jaipur: A fierce exchange of words between BAP 's Banswara MP Rajkumar Roat and BJP 's Udaipur MP Manna Lal Rawat has triggered a political storm in Rajasthan's tribal-dominated regions, with sharp reactions coming from tribal communities and political observers alike. In his latest remarks, Rawat branded the Bhartiya Adivasi Party (BAP) as a "Lootere Gang," accused it of being "anti-Hindu," and alleged that it shields "illegal Bangladeshi infiltrators." These statements provoked a fiery response from Roat Sunday, who accused Rawat of conspiring "to burn tribal homes" and questioned the authenticity of Rawat's own tribal credentials. "This is not just a personal attack—it's an insult to the entire tribal community," Roat told TOI. He alleged that Rawat's comments reflect a broader agenda to "divide and malign" tribal unity ahead of local body elections. Since their maiden victories in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, both leaders have been locked in a fierce battle for dominance, each striving to assert hegemony over Rajasthan's tribal belt. Roat, as the fiery young face of the new party, BAP, has carved out a loyal support base with his uncompromising "Tribal First" ideology, which resonates deeply among marginalised tribal communities. BAP's sharp positioning has increasingly challenged the BJP's traditional dominance in the region, diminishing its appeal among sections of the tribal electorate. In response, BJP has strategically entrusted Rawat with the task of keeping Roat in check—positioning him as the party's principal voice against BAP's growing influence. Rawat's recent statements, seen as direct attacks on BAP's ideology and leadership, reflect the BJP's determination to reclaim its foothold in the region by portraying BAP as divisive and disruptive. Jaipur: A fierce exchange of words between BAP's Banswara MP Rajkumar Roat and BJP's Udaipur MP Manna Lal Rawat has triggered a political storm in Rajasthan's tribal-dominated regions, with sharp reactions coming from tribal communities and political observers alike. In his latest remarks, Rawat branded the Bhartiya Adivasi Party (BAP) as a "Lootere Gang," accused it of being "anti-Hindu," and alleged that it shields "illegal Bangladeshi infiltrators." These statements provoked a fiery response from Roat Sunday, who accused Rawat of conspiring "to burn tribal homes" and questioned the authenticity of Rawat's own tribal credentials. "This is not just a personal attack—it's an insult to the entire tribal community," Roat told TOI. He alleged that Rawat's comments reflect a broader agenda to "divide and malign" tribal unity ahead of local body elections. Since their maiden victories in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, both leaders have been locked in a fierce battle for dominance, each striving to assert hegemony over Rajasthan's tribal belt. Roat, as the fiery young face of the new party, BAP, has carved out a loyal support base with his uncompromising "Tribal First" ideology, which resonates deeply among marginalised tribal communities. BAP's sharp positioning has increasingly challenged the BJP's traditional dominance in the region, diminishing its appeal among sections of the tribal electorate. In response, BJP has strategically entrusted Rawat with the task of keeping Roat in check—positioning him as the party's principal voice against BAP's growing influence. Rawat's recent statements, seen as direct attacks on BAP's ideology and leadership, reflect the BJP's determination to reclaim its foothold in the region by portraying BAP as divisive and disruptive.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Tribal migration, a ‘grimindictment' of govts: Roat
Jaipur: Banswara MP Rajkumar Roat Wednesday raised an alarm over the migration of tribal youths from the state's tribal sub-plan (TSP) regions, calling it a "grim indictment" of tribal welfare policies of both state and central govts. He raised the issue in a statement released on the eve of the International Labour Day . Tribal men, ranging from teenagers to the middle-aged, were increasingly leaving their homes in places such as Banswara, Dungarpur, Pratapgarh, and surrounding areas to work in Gujarat's industrial belts, Maharashtra's construction sites, and Madhya Pradesh's farmlands, often in exploitative and poorly paid conditions, he pointed out later, speaking to TOI. "This is not migration driven by opportunity but one borne out of desperation," Roat said, warning of a systemic failure in addressing root causes of economic distress in tribal districts . He asserted that every year on May 1, International Labour Day, both the central and state govts make lofty promises, yet tribal youth remain among the most exploited and neglected sections of the workforce. Pointing to serious gaps in implementation of flagship tribal schemes like PM-JANMAN, MGNREGA, and state-run employment initiatives, he said, "Plans look impressive in official presentations but are rarely tailored to local tribal realities." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo Migration was often the last resort for tribal youth whose native villages lack employment opportunities, quality education, healthcare facilities, and basic livelihood support, he said. He voiced concern over the long-term human and social costs of such migration, including disintegration of families, child labour, health risks, and vulnerability to trafficking and exploitation. "Our tribal youth are not just leaving behind their homes — they're leaving behind their identities, their culture, and often, their hopes," he said. Calling for urgent reforms, Roat demanded a comprehensive, region-specific employment blueprint for TSP districts — one that focuses on home-based livelihood generation, forest-based industries, traditional crafts, skill development, and sustainable agriculture. "If we truly wish to honour Labour Day, we must first ensure that India's most vulnerable workers — our tribal youth — can live and work with dignity in their own villages," Roat said.
