PM Modi Says Tribal Families Suffered Most From Maoist Violence

Virtually addressing the Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas programme in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra, PM Modi highlighted two major national achievements: bringing nearly 50 crore people out of extreme poverty and ending Maoist terrorism.

The Prime Minister said both developments had a direct impact on tribal communities. He recalled that around 125 districts faced Maoist violence in 2014, with hundreds of violent incidents reported every year.

He said thousands of innocent people, many of them tribals, lost their lives. PM Modi also accused previous governments of neglecting affected communities and failing to protect their rights.

The Prime Minister said Maoists prevented tribal people from exercising basic rights, including voting. He also alleged that armed groups abducted children and women, leaving families helpless.

PM Modi said the situation had changed following the elimination of Naxalism. He added that tribal mothers and sisters were now blessing the government for restoring peace in their regions.

He also praised the growing contribution of tribal communities to India’s development. PM Modi highlighted President Droupadi Murmu as an example of tribal representation at the highest constitutional office.

Referring to a World Bank report, the Prime Minister said nearly 50 crore people had moved out of extreme poverty over the past 12–13 years. He credited government welfare schemes and described the change as a major achievement since Independence.

PM Modi said the government had prioritised regions that remained underdeveloped for decades. It launched focused development campaigns across more than 100 Aspirational Districts and 500 Aspirational Blocks, many of which have significant tribal populations.

He also highlighted the PM-JANMAN scheme, which aims to improve living conditions among Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups.

Concluding his address, PM Modi urged citizens to draw inspiration from Bhagwan Birsa Munda and work towards building a developed India. He also extended his greetings on Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas.

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