Raipur, Feb 18 (NationPress) The Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyay Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN) scheme is making its mark in the rural and isolated communities of Chhattisgarh. Women from the tribal community in Jagima village, located in Balrampur district, are experiencing a significant transformation in their lives and livelihoods, thanks to this flagship initiative of the Central government that provides them with financial support, essential training, and resources to foster self-sufficiency.

The objective of the PM JANMAN yojana is to ensure that government schemes and benefits reach Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs), thereby creating a narrative of economic and social progress in tribal regions.

The women are now being trained in various aspects of wood processing, moving beyond their previous dependence on cutting wood from forests.

Through the Shankar Mahila Sahayata Samuha (Sahayak Samuha), these women are producing flower brooms with support from the Forest Department. They are currently manufacturing approximately 200 to 300 brooms daily, leading to a steady income and improved living standards.

This local employment has significantly enhanced their quality of life and self-worth.

The focus on infrastructure, livelihood creation, and social empowerment in tribal areas is being prioritized. The Van Dhan Yojana is also being reinforced, enabling tribal women to shift from traditional and precarious jobs to more organized employment.

According to Divisional Forest Officer Alok Bajpai, the flower brooms are being produced with the involvement of hill Korwa families through Van Dhan Kendras.

The Forest Department is facilitating training for these women, ensuring access to raw materials and market connections.

Additionally, initiatives such as food processing and mahua thread processing are planned, promising a brighter future.

The changes observed in Jagima village illustrate that effective implementation of schemes can lead to substantial social transformation.

The PM Janman Yojana and Van Dhan Yojana are emerging as exemplary models for inclusive development and women's empowerment in tribal sectors.

Notably, the PM JANMAN scheme, initiated by the Modi government in 2023, aims at the socio-economic upliftment of 75 PVTG communities across 18 states and one Union Territory by providing essential facilities such as safe housing, clean drinking water, improved access to education, health, nutrition, and sustainable livelihood opportunities.