The state government is constantly trying to give water, forest, and land rights to tribals: Mr. Bhupesh Baghel
20-May-2022
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The residents of interior villages are also receiving their Aadhaar, caste, residence certificates, and Ayushman cards
Chief Minister Mr. Bhupesh Baghel while addressing the Press conference held in Sukma said that The State government is constantly trying to give Water, Forest, and land rights to tribals. He further said that one should have faith in the Constitution of India and any tribal is welcome to discuss his/her grievances.
Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel said that a lot has changed in Sukma over the years. From being a severely Naxal-hit region, Sukma has been transformed and is equipped with public welfare facilities targeted at the holistic development of the region in terms of transportation, education, health, and nutrition. The income of the tribals is increasing through the purchase of minor forest produce and other income-generating alternatives. The quantity of forest produce procured is constantly increasing in the area. Ration shops are being opened in the interior areas, schools which were closed are being re-operated. Sukma, from where Naxalism had once started, development has left Naxalism far behind.
The villagers who were earlier opposing security camps, today are demanding security camps. Cordial relations have been established between the villagers and the security forces. Mr. Baghel said that genuine beneficiaries are receiving Forest Rights Recognition letter, and on that land, they practice income-generating activities like farming, animal husbandry, fisheries, poultry, etc. The self-confidence of women has increased due to employment-oriented activities in Gauthans which is making women financially self-reliant.
Appreciating the initiative taken by the Sukma district administration for organizing convenience camps, the Chief Minister said that with this unique initiative, the residents of interior villages are also getting their Aadhaar, caste, and residence certificates, and Ayushman cards. Caste certificates have been delivered to the homes of more than 31 thousand children in the district.
