Govt. launch "Programme for Capacity Building of Scheduled Tribe Representatives in Local Self Governments"

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has launched the “Programme for Capacity Building of Scheduled Tribe Representatives in Local Self Governments” along with “1000 Springs Initiatives”.
It is aimed at empowering tribal Panchayati Raj Institution (PRI) representatives by enhancing their decision making capabilities at local government level.
It also focuses on constitutional and legal provisions that protect and promote the rights and welfare of the tribal population.
The "1000 Springs" initiative aims at improving access to safe and adequate water for the tribal communities living in difficult and inaccessible parts of rural areas in the country.
The initiative will help in harnessing the potential of perennial springs’ water to address natural scarcity of water in tribal areas.