Archive · 9 Jan 2026
Assam to submit tribal status demand
The Assam government is preparing to send a request to the central government to give tribal status to six communities.
These communities are currently in a different category called OBC.
The government is being careful to make sure that giving them tribal status doesn't hurt other communities or change the current rules about reservations.
They have looked at how much reservation each group should get and how to make the changes fair.
The minister, Ranoj Pegu, said this is an important issue that should not be turned into a political argument.
They have fixed some small mistakes in their report and will send it soon.
The goal is to make sure everything is fair and follows the rules.
Assam government to submit a memorandum to the Centre for tribal status of six communities.
The process aims to ensure no adverse effects on existing communities or the reservation framework.
Three critical aspects examined: reservation quantum, implications of removal, and revised reservation percentages.
The issue is considered a long-term legacy matter and should not be politicized.
The report is expected to be submitted before the upcoming elections, with procedural timing.
- Who
- Assam government and six communities
- What
- Submission of a memorandum for tribal status
- When
- Before the upcoming elections
- Where
- Assam, India
- Why
- To address the long-pending demand for tribal status without disrupting the current reservation framework
- Communities Involved
- Six communities
- Current Status
- Other Backward Classes (OBC)
- Submission Timing
- Before upcoming elections
- Key Considerations
- Reservation quantum, implications of removal, revised reservation percentages
- Minister Involved
- Ranoj Pegu
- Government Body
- Assam Cabinet
- Central Government Body
- Union Home Ministry