Share your story and shine at JK Monitor!🌟 Welcome to JK Monitor, where every story matters and every achievement is celebrated! We invite you to share the remarkable journey of your life and showcase your accomplishments to the world. Join our exclusive interviews that honor exceptional individuals just like you. JAMMU: Welcoming the continuous increase in budgetary allocations for tribal development under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Jammu and Kashmir BJP Spokesperson and former Vice Chairman, Balbir Ram Rattan, said that greater financial support is creating new opportunities for the education, employment, welfare and economic empowerment of Scheduled Tribes (STs) across the country.
Balbir Ram Rattan said that the Modi government has given special attention to the development of tribal communities through successive Union Budgets. The increased allocation for the Ministry of Tribal Affairs reflects the government's commitment to improving the living conditions of Adivasi families, particularly those residing in remote, backward and difficult areas.
He said that the Ministry of Tribal Affairs has received an allocation of over Rs 15,400 crore in the Union Budget 2026-27, compared to around Rs 4,498 crore in 2014-15. This substantial increase shows the growing importance being given to tribal welfare and development.
Balbir said that education is one of the most important areas receiving government attention. The establishment and expansion of Eklavya Model Residential Schools, along with scholarship schemes, are helping tribal children gain access to better educational opportunities and build a brighter future.
He said that programmes like PM-JANMAN and Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan are aimed at improving basic facilities, including housing, healthcare, drinking water, roads and other essential services in tribal areas.
Balbir further said that financial assistance, skill development and self-employment opportunities can help tribal youth become economically independent and contribute towards national progress.
Referring to Jammu and Kashmir, Balbir said that tribal communities, including Gujjars, Bakerwals and other Scheduled Tribe groups, deserve the full benefits of centrally sponsored welfare and development schemes. Special attention should be given to families living in far-flung and mountainous areas.
He said that increased budgetary support must be accompanied by effective implementation, transparency and timely delivery of benefits to deserving families. Balbir Ram Rattan expressed confidence that sustained financial support, improved infrastructure and greater educational opportunities would help tribal communities move towards a more secure, dignified and self-reliant future.
