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Tribal empowerment key to prosperous Odisha, developed India: CM Majhi

Bhubaneswar, Nov 15 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday underscored the importance of empowering tribal communities through education, employment and economic self-reliance, asserting that their overall development is crucial to building a prosperous Odisha and a developed India.
Addressing the state-level celebration of National Janjatiya Gaurav Divas at Malkangiri on the occasion of the 151st birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda, Majhi said the vision of a prosperous Odisha and a developed India could not be realised without the inclusive growth and empowerment of tribal communities.
Describing Birsa Munda as a great freedom fighter and an iconic tribal leader, the Chief Minister said he had courageously fought against injustice and oppression, inspiring generations with his ideals of freedom, dignity and self-respect.
Highlighting Malkangiri's significant tribal population, which accounts for nearly 58 per cent of the district's total population, Majhi announced that two industrial projects involving an investment of Rs 4,200 crore would soon be established in the district.
He called upon people to strengthen the spirit of unity and cooperation by building a strong 'Team Malkangiri' as an integral part of 'Team Odisha' to accelerate the state's development.
As part of the celebrations, the Chief Minister dedicated development projects worth Rs 161 crore to the people of Malkangiri. These included 28 newly constructed hostels, built at a cost of Rs 55 crore to promote education among tribal students.
He also laid the foundation stones for 35 development projects worth Rs 106 crore, aimed at strengthening infrastructure and accelerating the district's overall development.
Emphasising economic empowerment, Majhi said the state government had launched the 'Mukhyamantri Janajati Jeevika Mission 2.0' to promote sustainable livelihoods and financial self-reliance among tribal families.
The mission aims to benefit around eight lakh Scheduled Tribe and Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) families across 134 blocks in 19 districts over the next five years.
Majhi also lauded the achievements of tribal students and youth from Malkangiri and other parts of Odisha, describing their success as an inspiration for the younger generation.
He cited the example of Mangala Muduli, a member of the Bonda tribal community from a remote area of Malkangiri, who secured admission to MKCG Medical College, Berhampur. He also referred to Champa Raspeda of the Didayi tribal community, who is pursuing medical studies at Fakir Mohan Medical College, Balasore, after qualifying in NEET.
Similarly, Bini Muduli of the Bonda community and Shyama Madhi were praised for qualifying for the Odisha Administrative Service (OAS).
The Chief Minister said such achievements demonstrated the growing aspirations and potential of tribal youth when provided with opportunities in education and public service.
On the occasion, Majhi felicitated two PhD scholars from the Didayi tribal community and a social worker in recognition of their achievements and contributions.
Thousands of tribal men and women, intellectuals and students from different parts of the district attended the programme and paid tributes to Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
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