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announcement PIB PB Saturday, 7 March 2026 NEW

Call for Greater Emphasis on Education and Health in Tribal Areas

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Summary

Government of India press release: Call for Greater Emphasis on Education and Health in Tribal Areas

Key Facts

Type Announcement
Source PIB Chandigarh (Punjab & Haryana)
Published Saturday, 7 March 2026
Affected Population ~104 million tribal population, 8.6% of India

Key Numbers

Tribal budget: Rs 13,000 crore (2025-26)
EMRS: 740 Eklavya Model Residential Schools
FRA: 2.2 million titles distributed
Education budget: Rs 1.25 lakh crore (2025-26)

Key Authorities

Ministry of Tribal AffairsNCSTMinistry of EducationUGCAICTE

Key Stakeholders

Scheduled TribesForest DwellersTribal CooperativesStudentsTeachers & FacultyUniversities

Government Context

NDA III BJP-led NDA
Centre-Right
Left Centre Right

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