Archive · 24 May 2025
Gumla District Improves PVTG Development With Multi-Pronged Strategy
Imagine a group of people, the PVTGs, who are getting help to improve their lives in Gumla.
For the first time, they're getting things like roads, electricity from the sun, and clean water.
They're also getting help with their health and education.
The government is building houses for them and helping them learn new skills like carpentry and tailoring.
There are even special medical teams going around to help them stay healthy.
They are also getting support to earn money and learn about farming.
Gumla district is implementing comprehensive development programs for Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs).
Initiatives include infrastructure projects, road connectivity, and housing schemes.
Solar power is being used for streetlights and water supply in PVTG settlements.
Healthcare services are provided through mobile medical units and weekly camps.
Programs also focus on education, economic opportunities, and linking residents to government schemes.
- Who
- The Gumla district administration, targeting PVTG communities (Asur, Birhor, Birjia, Parhaiya, and Korwa)
- What
- Comprehensive development initiatives for Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)
- When
- Over the past two years, ongoing with plans to expand
- Where
- Gumla district in Jharkhand
- Why
- To improve living conditions, provide essential services, and foster economic advancement for PVTGs
- District
- Gumla, Jharkhand
- Focus
- Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)
- Key Initiatives
- Roads, housing, solar power, healthcare, education, and economic programs
- Road Projects
- 23 projects covering 76.75 km
- Housing Approved
- Over 1600 houses
- Solar Street Lights
- 700 installed
- Medical Units
- 6 mobile units operational