Question : WELFARE OF PRIMITIVE TRIBES

the details of allocation and release of funds for the welfare of Primitive tribes during 1999-2000, 2000-2001 and 2001-2002; State- wise?

MINISTER OF TRIBAL AFFAIRS ( SHRI JUAL ORAM)


Under the Central Sector Scheme for the Development of PTGs., the funds are released to the State Governments as well as NGOs on the basis of their specific proposals. A statement showing State-wise funds released during 1999-2000 and 2000-2001 is attached at Annexure-I. Releases for the current financial year 2001-2002 are yet to be made for which proposals are being received from the state.