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Source: The post is based on the article “Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM JANMAN) Scheme approved by Cabinet” published in “PIB” on 29th November 2023
Why in the News?
The Union Cabinet has approved the PM JANMAN Scheme.
What is the PM JANMAN Scheme?
| Specifications | Details |
| Full Form | Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan |
| Announced in | Budget 2023-24 |
| Aim | To improve the socio economic conditions of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). |
| Type | It comprises both Central Sector and Centrally Sponsored Schemes. |
| Implementation | The scheme will be implemented by Nine Ministries which also includes the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. |
| Features | The scheme comprises of 11 critical interventions which are part of existing schemes. These are: Pucca housing, road connectivity, piped water supply, mobile medical units, hostel construction, Anganwadi Centers, skill development centers, electricity connections, solar street lighting, Van Dhan Vikas Kendra, and mobile towers. |
| Other key Interventions | 1) The Ministry of Ayush will provide Ayush facilities to PVTG habitations through Mobile Medical Units. 2) The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship will facilitate skill and vocational training in PVTG habitations. |
What are Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)?
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