Govt outreach transforms Manipur hills, takes welfare to tribal doorsteps

Tribal communities in Manipur's Tamenglong and Churachandpur districts are witnessing a transformation through the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJUA), a central government initiative aimed at bridging the gap between tribal citizens and essential welfare services.

The campaign, is part of the larger Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh mission under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. 

In Tamenglong, the Duigailong Baptist Church Community Hall was recently converted into a vibrant public service centre, as per the release.

According to the official statement, over 20 government departments converged to provide health cards, PM-Kisan benefits, Jan Dhan accounts, Aadhaar updates, Ayushman Bharat enrolment, and scholarships, all under one roof.

"We have invited around 20 line departments so that they can provide their social security measures and deliver essential services directly to the villages," said D Meidinbui, Sub-Divisional Officer of Tamenglong, in an official statement.

Locals who previously had to travel long distances through hilly terrain now accessed government schemes right at their doorstep. Elders, women, and farmers all lined up to receive services they had long been eligible for but were unable to access.

Similar energy was seen in Churachandpur, a Kuki-Zo-majority district, where outreach camps delivered a range of services, including free medical check-ups, Aadhaar registration, ration card renewals, and skill development enrollment. Departments of Health, Agriculture, Education, Social Welfare, and IT participated, making it a comprehensive and inclusive drive.

The initiative not only connects policy to the people but also honours tribal identity and ensures dignity in service delivery. Special attention was given to Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs), with additional support and tailored services.

The grassroots effort has become a lifeline for communities often on the fringes of access. By making governance mobile, inclusive, and human-centred, DAJUA is bringing a quiet revolution to Manipur's hills.

With every camp, the government reaffirms its commitment: no eligible beneficiary is left behind.