Contemporary Naga organisations are themselves a product of new circumstances in which Naga society finds itself, and these developments point to new emerging trends in Naga identity politics. During the discussion, the tribal communities also spoke about actively promoting sports like cycling, football, and kayaking. Tribal leaders fear that inclusion of Dhangars would dilute the 7% reservation currently shared by 47 recognised tribal groups. They have urged the government to address the issue promptly to protect tribal rights.
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These tribal communities rely on the forest for their subsistence, collecting forest produce such as fruits, nuts, honey, medicinal plants, and other non-timber forest products. They practice sustainable harvesting techniques to ensure the preservation of their natural resources.
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Meanwhile, the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) has also launched action against illegal settlers and razed six illegally built houses on council land in the Garo Hills region, along the Assam-Meghalaya border. In a circular issued on Friday, the KHADC urged all ‘Hima’ to instruct their respective ‘Dorbar Shnong’ and ‘Dorbar Raid’ to remain alert and prevent non indigenous or unauthorised persons from entering or settling in their areas. It stressed that any such case must be taken seriously and reported immediately to the state authorities, the official said. I am very happy to be in the midst of brave people who have the courage and mental strength to face any challenging problem.
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Protesters also sought the implementation of the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Scheme in rural areas, an SIT probe into bogus caste certificates issued in Sambhajinagar and Thane-Palghar, and the cancellation of fake validity certificates. The tourism in Maldives accounts for over 19% of their GDP, a fifth of total employment, approximately 30% of revenues and 70% of foreign exchange earnings. The Maldives attracts tourists with its beautiful island resorts in the form of aesthetically crafted thatched cottages and bungalows.
Often described as a publication with a “social conscience,” EPW has never shied away from taking strong editorial positions. Our publication is free from political pressure, or commercial interests. The council members also discussed the creation of a full-fledged Integrated Tribal Development Agency (ITDA) at Mannanur in Nagarkurnool district and the need to sanction regular posts there.
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Meanwhile, Adilabad MP Godam Nagesh proposed the formation of a Scheduled Tribes (ST) Commission to address the challenges faced by tribal communities in Telangana. He also raised concern over the recent Supreme Court verdict striking down GO No. 3, which provided 100 per cent reservation for local tribes in government jobs within agency areas. He stressed the need for alternative measures to safeguard tribal rights. HT reported on April 14, 2023 that the Tribal Council of Little and Great Nicobar had in November 2022 withdrawn the no-objection certificate (NOC) given in August that year for diversion of land — roughly half of which is tribal reserve land — for the controversial Great Nicobar Township and other infrastructure projects. The Council said that it was not informed that the areas to be de-notified from the Tribal Reserve are in fact their villages which they used ludo game bonus to inhabit before the 2004 Tsunami that devastated Great Nicobar.
They are the link between the local administration and the tribal people of the island. Tribal Advisory Council is traditionally elected body looking after the welfare of the local people. Every village in the tribal area is having a village council headed by 1st captain and who is assisted by 2nd and 3rd captain. A proposal was made to conduct a special meeting to deliberate on the provision of community forest rights to tribals under the Recognition of Forest Rights (RoFR) Act and the distribution of pattas for podu lands across the state. Members of the Tribal Advisory Council from Nancowry group of islands, belonging to Nicobarese tribe called on Shri Arjun Munda during his 4- day visit to Andaman and Nicobar Islands today. These are specific villages where mainly the Shompen and Nicobarese population reside including Chingneh, Kirasis and Kurchinom in Galathea Bay; In Haeng Loi and Pulo Baha in Pemmaya Bay and Kokeon; Bui-jayae and Pulo Pakka in the Western flank of Nanjappa Bay.
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- The council has submitted a memorandum listing 21 demands, the foremost being the immediate release of the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) report on the Dhangar reservation, which has remained pending since 2016.
- I would also like to share the self-reliance characteristics of the tribals of the region, who have taken the responsibility of bringing up the orphaned children of their community themselves and they have refused to receive any support from voluntary philanthropists.
- They are the link between the local administration and the tribal people of the island.
- They have urged the government to address the issue promptly to protect tribal rights.
HT reported on March 8 that two of the three gram (village) panchayats in the area earmarked for the ambitious project in the Great Nicobar Island have consented to the development area notification, but highlighted that amenities and utilities being built should benefit locals and that fair compensation should be provided. Citing media reports of Assam government’s crackdown, the KHADC warned of possible illegal entry or fleeing of individuals into villages under its jurisdiction, especially those along the interstate boundary. I am aware that all of you had passed through a very difficult period after the occurrence of Tsunami in this region on the 26th December 2004. All of you had collectively combated the situation and the island now is on the recovery path. I have been monitoring the progress of the immediate relief operations from the various officials who have been visiting the Island and through the daily report being submitted by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
The letter also states that there are Shompen bands who forage in the forests adjoining the Vijaynagar and Laxminagar villages and mentions specific locations along the East West and North South roads of the Island. The protest follows increased opposition from tribal groups across the state over the proposed inclusion of Dhangars in the ST list. In 2024, the state government had appointed a committee to examine the issue, which tribal leaders opposed through a dharna in Mumbai. The matter is currently before the High Court and is expected to be heard in December 2024. The All India Tribal Development Council has launched a protest in front of the Tribal Development Commissionerate in Nashik, demanding protection of reservation rights for Scheduled Tribes (ST) and opposing the inclusion of Banjara and Dhangar communities in the ST category. The agitation reflects growing resentment among tribals across Maharashtra.