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Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan

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This profile has been independently compiled from official gazette notifications and verified web domains. Source Authority Link: tribal.nic.in Authority: Ministry of Tribal Affairs (Central) • State/Region: Central Scheme (All India) • Last Audited: 09 Sep 2026

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A holistic development initiative targeting tribal-majority villages to bridge gaps in social infrastructure such as education, clean cooking fuel, drinking water, roads, and digital connectivity.

Detailed Summary

Overview

The Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan is a centrally sponsored campaign implemented by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs to uplift tribal habitations across India by ensuring access to basic services and infrastructure.

Objectives

The scheme aims to:

  • Construct and upgrade schools in tribal areas.
  • Provide free LPG connections under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana and distribute solar lighting systems.
  • Ensure safe drinking water sources through tube wells, hand pumps, and piped water supply.
  • Develop all-weather rural roads connecting tribal habitations to main networks.
  • Extend broadband connectivity via BharatNet to enable digital inclusion.

Implementation Mechanism

District-level Tribal Welfare Officers coordinate with Gram Sabhas to identify needs, prepare village-level plans, and monitor execution. Funds are released through the State Tribal Development Departments, and works are carried out by respective line departments (Education, Petroleum & Natural Gas, Jal Jeevan Mission, Rural Development, and BharatNet).

Key Benefits & Financial Assistance

Comparison Criteria Benefits
Key Benefits
  • Construction of new school buildings and renovation of existing schools in tribal villages.
  • Provision of free LPG connections under Ujjwala Yojana and distribution of solar LED lights.
  • Installation of drinking water infrastructure including hand pumps, tube wells, and piped water supply.
  • Building and upgradation of all-weather rural roads.
  • Extension of broadband internet connectivity through BharatNet integration.
  • Capacity building and awareness programs for tribal communities on availing benefits.

Eligibility Criteria Profile

Comparison Criteria Eligibility
Caste Category ST
Domicile State All India (Central Scheme)

Application Process Guide

  1. Gram Sabha convenes a meeting to discuss infrastructure needs and prioritize works.
  2. The Gram Sabha forwards a consolidated proposal to the District Tribal Welfare Officer (DTWO).
  3. DTWO verifies the proposal against scheme guidelines and forwards it to the State Tribal Development Department for approval.
  4. Upon sanction, funds are released to the concerned executing agency (e.g., PWD for roads, PHED for water, etc.).
  5. Works are executed, and progress is monitored through monthly reporting and field inspections by DTWO officials.

Common FAQs regarding this Yojana

All households residing in notified tribal-majority villages and belonging to Scheduled Tribe communities are eligible, irrespective of income or age.

No. The LPG connection, including the stove and first refill, is provided free of cost under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana component of the scheme.

Villages are identified based on the proportion of ST population and lack of basic infrastructure, as determined by the District Tribal Welfare Office through baseline surveys and Gram Sabha consultations.

Beneficiaries need to provide Aadhaar card, ST certificate, residence proof, and bank account details for direct benefit transfer where applicable.

You may approach the Gram Sabha secretary, the District Tribal Welfare Officer, or call the Ministry of Tribal Affairs helpline (if available) for grievance redressal.