Bhubaneswar, Oct 4: The state of Odisha has been allocated ₹24 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyay Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN) for the financial year 2025–26.

The grant, approved by the President of India, was announced by the Union Ministry of Rural Development as part of the Centre’s focused efforts to uplift tribal communities.

Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in November 2023, the PM-JANMAN scheme is aimed at improving the socio-economic conditions of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) across 18 states and Union Territories.

The initiative targets 75 identified PVTG communities, ensuring access to essential services such as housing, drinking water, healthcare, education, and nutrition.

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Odisha, home to several PVTG populations, stands to benefit significantly from this central assistance. The ₹24 crore grant will be used to implement integrated development programs that address the basic needs of tribal families living in remote and underserved regions.

The scheme is designed to bridge gaps in infrastructure and services, while preserving the cultural identity of tribal groups. The funds will be directed toward building homes, improving sanitation, setting up health centres, and enhancing access to schools and nutritional support.

The PM-JANMAN scheme is part of the government’s broader commitment to inclusive development and tribal empowerment. By focusing on the most marginalized communities, the initiative aims to ensure that no citizen is left behind in the journey of progress.