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Pulwama, May 30: Marking a historic day for the development of Tribal population of Pulwama, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today inaugurated 5 projects including Model Tribal Transit Residential School, Girl Hostel, and laithe d foundation stone for 18 other projects for the welfare of the f Tribal Community in the district.
The tribal population of Pulwama witnesses d inauguration of projects worth Rs 11.47 Cr, anthe d laying of foundation stones for new projects worth Rs 39.86 Cr aimed at development and welfare in tribal areas.
Speaking on the occasion, the Lt Governor said that the projects worth more than Rs 51 Crore are testimony to our commitment to Social Justice and Equality.
The Lt Governor underscored that sustained attention is being paid to ensure that quality education is brought within the reach of people who were long deprived of their rights. New hostels, smart classes and record number of scholarships for tribal students will open the doors of economic prosperity and all-around development, he added.
โBetween 1976-2020, only 26 hostels were established for tribal students, while 37 new hostels will be added by 2023. In the last 21 months, steps have been taken to ensure empowerment of all Marginalized & Weaker groups, the Lt Governor observed.
Noting that the Tribal Community in J&K was neglected and discriminated against since independence, the Lt Governor said that never before have tribal community prospects been as bright as they are today