Special Initiatives under DAJGUA - 6th August 2026 - Ministry of Tribal Affairs - Gazette Notification PDF
Issued by Ministry of Tribal Affairs
Read or download the official PDF of this gazette notification issued by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs on 6th August 2026. Classified under Press Release.
Executive Summary & Key Takeaways
Executive Summary The Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA), launched on October 2, 2024, aims to saturate infrastructure gaps and provide livelihood opportunities to over 5 crore tribal residents across 63,843 villages. Over a five-year period, 17 line Ministries will implement 25 interventions focused on health, education, and basic services in 30 States and UTs. Key immediate actions include the submission of eligible village lists by State and UT administrations to ensure timely implementation.
Key Points / Main Content
Program Scope and Objectives
- The initiative targets 63,843 villages across 549 districts and 2,911 blocks.
- The primary goal is to improve access to health, education, and Anganwadi facilities while providing livelihood opportunities.
- Implementation involves 25 specific interventions managed by 17 different line Ministries.
Village Eligibility and Inclusion
- Eligible villages must be tribal-majority with a minimum population of 500 and at least 50% tribal residents.
- 591 villages from the Chhindwara and Pandhurna Districts in Madhya Pradesh have already been included in the implementation list.
Monitoring and Implementation Framework
- The Ministry of Tribal Affairs conducts regular Inter-Ministerial coordination meetings to expedite work.
- Regular review meetings are held with State and District authorities.
- A Project Management Unit (PMU) has been established for effective monitoring and scheme delivery.
Major Infrastructure and Service Targets
- Housing and Connectivity: Construction of 20 lakh PMAY-G houses and 25,000 km of PMGSY roads.
- Health and Water: Deployment of 1,000 Mobile Medical Units and total saturation of villages under the Jal Jeevan Mission.
- Energy and Telecommunications: Installation of solar rooftops at 2,000 institutions and USOF connectivity for 5,252 villages.
- Education and Childcare: Establishment of 1,000 hostels under Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan and 2,000 new Anganwadi centers.
Livelihood and Specialized Support
- Agriculture and Livestock: Agriculture support for ~2 lakh Forest Rights Act (FRA) patta holders and livestock management support for 8,500 holders.
- Skilling and Tourism: Establishment of 30 skilling centers in tribal districts and the creation of 1,000 home stays under the Swadesh Darshan scheme.
- Fisheries: Support for 10,000 Individual Forest Rights (IFR) and 1,000 Community Forest Rights (CFR) tribal fishermen.
Impact Analysis
Tribal Communities Impact Over 5 crore tribal residents will gain improved access to essential services including housing, clean water, healthcare, and electricity. Enhanced livelihood opportunities through skilling, agriculture support, and tourism will bolster economic stability. Action Required Eligible residents should engage with local Gram Sabhas and authorities to access benefits such as PMAY-G housing, LPG connections, and skilling programs.
State Governments and UT Administrations Impact Responsible for the localized execution and oversight of 25 interventions across 30 States and UTs. Action Required Furnish the Ministry with lists of villages meeting the eligibility criteria (500+ population, 50% tribal) and participate in regular review meetings with central authorities.
17 Line Ministries (e.g., MoRD, MoHFW, Ministry of Power) Impact Each ministry is tasked with meeting specific mission targets within the 5-year timeline, ranging from road construction to telecommunications expansion. Action Required Coordinate through Inter-Ministerial meetings and utilize the PMU for monitoring the timely delivery of departmental schemes to the identified villages.