Office Address: Kartavya Path, Rajpath Area, Central Secretariat, Kartavya Bhawan- 01, New Delhi-110001
Website : https://tribal.gov.in
OFFICE OF THE MINISTER OF TRIBAL AFFAIRS
| Shri Jual Oram | Minister | jual.oram@gov.in | +91 11 24013782, 24013783 |
| Shri Amit Kumar ( IAS, JH..2010 ) | Private Secretary | ps.hmta@tribal.gov.in | +91 11 24013782, 24013783 |
OFFICE OF THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR TRIBAL AFFAIRS
| Shri Durgadas Uikey | Minister of State | mos-tribalaffairs@gov.in | +91 11 23062153, 23062154 |
| Shri Gaurav Bharill ( IRS, IT,.2012 ) | Private Secretary | bharill.gaurav@gov.in | +91 11 23062154, 23062155 |
OFFICERS IN THE MINISTRY OF TRIBAL AFFAIRS
| Smt. Ranjana Chopra (IAS, OD..1994) | Secretary | secy-tribal@nic.in | +91 11 24013700, 24013701 |
| Shri Manish Thakur ( IAS, AM.1998 ) | Additional Secretary | manishthakur-ps@gov.in | +91 11 24013698, 24013699 |
| Shri Brij Nandan Prasad | Joint Secretary | prasad.bn@nic.in | +91 11 24013704, 24013705 |
| Shri Naval Kishor (IOFS, 2003) | Joint Secretary | naval.kishore@gov.in | +91 11 23340045 |
| Shri Anant Prakash Pandey ( IAS, HY..1999 ) | Joint Secretary | js-mota@tribal.gov.in | +91 11 24013702, 24013703 |
| Shri Bhaskar Choradia (IRAS..2000) | Joint Secretary | jsfa-mosje@gov.in | +91 11 24013706, 24013716 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Ministry of Tribal Affairs?
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs is a ministry of the Government of India responsible for the socio-economic development, education, welfare, and protection of the rights of Scheduled Tribes (STs). It formulates policies and implements programmes to promote inclusive growth and improve the quality of life of tribal communities across India.
What are the primary functions of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs?
The Ministry is responsible for:
Formulating policies for Scheduled Tribes
Implementing tribal welfare schemes
Promoting education and skill development
Supporting tribal livelihoods
Protecting tribal rights and culture
Developing tribal infrastructure
Coordinating with State Governments on tribal development programmes
Who are Scheduled Tribes (STs)?
Scheduled Tribes are communities specified under Article 342 of the Constitution of India. They are recognized for special constitutional safeguards and welfare measures to address historical and socio-economic disadvantages.
What are the major schemes implemented by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs?
Major schemes include:
Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN)
Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA)
Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS)
National Fellowship and Scholarship for Higher Education of ST Students
Pradhan Mantri Adi Adarsh Gram Yojana (PMAAGY)
Support to Tribal Research Institutes (TRIs)
Minimum Support Price (MSP) for Minor Forest Produce (implemented through TRIFED and State agencies)
What is PM-JANMAN?
The Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN) is a flagship initiative aimed at improving the socio-economic conditions of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) through better access to housing, roads, healthcare, education, drinking water, electricity, and livelihood opportunities.
What is the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan?
The Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan is a comprehensive programme focused on accelerating the development of tribal villages through convergence of government schemes, infrastructure creation, education, healthcare, and livelihood enhancement.
What are Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS)?
EMRS are residential schools established to provide quality education to Scheduled Tribe students from Class VI to XII, particularly in remote and tribal-dominated areas.
Who is eligible for admission to EMRS?
Admission is primarily open to students belonging to Scheduled Tribes, subject to eligibility criteria and admission guidelines notified by the National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS).
What is TRIFED?
The Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED) is a national organization under the Ministry that promotes the socio-economic development of tribal communities through marketing of tribal products, value addition, and livelihood support.
What is Van Dhan Vikas Kendra (VDVK)?
Van Dhan Vikas Kendras support tribal gatherers by providing training, value addition, processing, packaging, branding, and marketing of Minor Forest Produce (MFP).
What scholarships are available for Scheduled Tribe students?
The Ministry provides:
Pre-Matric Scholarships
Post-Matric Scholarships
National Fellowship
National Scholarship for Higher Education
Overseas Scholarship Scheme
Coaching support programmes
What is the National Scheduled Tribes Finance and Development Corporation (NSTFDC)?
NSTFDC provides concessional financial assistance, entrepreneurship support, skill development, and income-generation opportunities for eligible Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries.
What are Tribal Research Institutes (TRIs)?
Tribal Research Institutes conduct research, documentation, policy studies, training, museum development, and preservation of tribal culture, languages, and traditions.
How does the Ministry support tribal livelihoods?
The Ministry promotes:
Skill development
Entrepreneurship
Forest produce value addition
Handicrafts and handlooms
Agriculture and allied activities
Financial inclusion
Market linkages through TRIFED
What is FRA, 2006?
The Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006 (Forest Rights Act) recognizes and protects the land and forest rights of eligible forest-dwelling Scheduled Tribes and other traditional forest dwellers.
How can tribal students apply for scholarships?
Eligible students can apply through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) or other designated portals notified by the Ministry and State Governments.
What is NESTS?
The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) manages and oversees Eklavya Model Residential Schools across the country to improve educational outcomes for tribal students.
How does the Ministry support Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)?
Special initiatives such as PM-JANMAN focus on improving housing, healthcare, education, connectivity, drinking water, sanitation, nutrition, and livelihood opportunities for PVTGs.
How can I contact the Ministry of Tribal Affairs?
Citizens can contact the Ministry through its official website, State Tribal Welfare Departments, public grievance portals, and associated organizations.
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