Development of Janajatis key to building Ek Tripura, Sreshtha Tripura: CM

Chief Minister Prof. Dr Manik Saha on Thursday said that it is not possible to build Ek Tripura, Sreshtha Tripura without the real development of the Janajati brothers and sisters.

He said that the key to the overall progress of the state lies in improving the socio-economic conditions of Janajati villages.

“The present state government is working tirelessly to ensure that the benefits of development reach the last person in society,” he said.

Chief Minister Prof. Dr Manik Saha made these remarks while addressing the Mukhyamantri Janajati Vikas Yojana (MJVY) and financial assistance distribution programme at Rabindra Bhavan in Agartala on Thursday.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr Saha said that the development of the Janajati people is the highest priority of the state government.

“To increase their self-reliance and ensure improvement in their financial condition, the Mukhyamantri Janajati Vikas Yojana was launched in the financial year 2023–24. Through this project, opportunities are being created for Janajati families to increase their income by encouraging them to engage in various livelihood activities, including animal husbandry. The central government and the present state government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, are fully committed to the development of the Janajatis,” he said.

Dr Saha said that the present state government is also working to preserve and promote their culture, traditions, and heritage.

“The people of Tripura have witnessed the past. Such a scenario was not seen earlier. The present government knows how to prove itself not only through words but also through actions,” he said.

Dr Saha further stated that under the Mukhyamantri Janajati Vikas Yojana, a one-time financial assistance of Rs. 25,000 is being provided to each eligible family. So far, 9,779 Janajati beneficiaries have received this assistance.

The Chief Minister also said that the state government is implementing comprehensive development programmes to improve the living standards of the Janajati people and enhance their dignity.

“A significant portion of the state and central development budget is being spent on the development of Janajati areas,” he added.

Finance Minister Pranajit Singha Roy, Tribal Welfare Minister Bikas Debbarma, Secretary of the Tribal Welfare Department Dr. K. Sasikumar, and others were present at the programme.