About this health scheme
The scheme "Mukhyamantri Anusuchit Janjati Gram Vikas Yojana" by the Welfare Department, Govt. of Jharkhand, aims to uplift Scheduled Tribe communities through education, health, & economic initiatives. Financial grants, equipment, & training programs are provided for holistic village development.
The scheme "Mukhyamantri Anusuchit Janjati Gram Vikas Yojana" by the Department of Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste, Minority & Backward Class Welfare, Govt. of Jharkhand, aims to promote the social, economic, educational, and health development of Scheduled Tribe communities in tribal-dominated villages. Under this scheme, benefits such as financial grants, equipment, training programs, & healthcare services are provided to the tribal population to ensure their holistic development.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Mukhyamantri Anusuchit Janjati Gram Vikas Yojana (MAJGVY) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Department of Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste, Minority and Backward Class Welfare |
| Benefit type | Composite (cash plus goods or services) |
| Category | Health |
| Level / State | State · Jharkhand |
| Official portal | jharkhand.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 18 to 60 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 60 years
- 🏷️ST
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Financial support of Rs. 1,00,000/- to women self-help groups (SHGs) in selected villages as a grant.
- Assistance of up to Rs. 2,00,000/- for self-employment or equipment for unemployed educated youth.
- Organization of regular health camps focusing on diseases like malaria, sickle cell anemia, and other chronic illnesses.
- Support for tribal-specific economic activities, including purchasing lac and minor forest produce at minimum support prices.
- Training programs for women SHGs and unemployed youth through selected NGOs and professional institutions.
- Provision of forward marketing linkage to enhance economic activities.
- Promotion of integrated village development plans under traditional village leaders’ supervision.
Who qualifies
Eligibility For SHGs:
- The group must be selected by the Gram Sabha.
- The applicant should belong to a Scheduled Tribe community.
- The applicant’s village should have at least 80% tribal population.
- The village should be included in the list of selected villages under the scheme.
Eligibility For youth self-employment:
- The applicant should be an unemployed educated youth.
- The applicant must have passed at least 10th grade.
- Priority will be given to those with vocational training.
- The applicant should belong to a Scheduled Tribe community.
- The applicant’s village should have at least 80% tribal population.
- The village should be included in the list of selected villages under the scheme.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the District Welfare Office and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Welfare Office.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the District Welfare Office to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
Scheduled Tribe individuals or SHGs from villages with at least 80% tribal population are eligible.
How are villages selected under the scheme?
Villages with over 80% tribal population are identified and approved by the Welfare Department.
Are health camps part of the scheme?
Yes, regular health camps are organized to address health issues like malaria and sickle cell anemia.
What is the role of Gram Sabha in the scheme?
The Gram Sabha selects SHGs and identifies eligible youth for the scheme.
Who monitors the implementation of the scheme?
Committees at the state, district, and village levels monitor the scheme’s implementation.
What is the role of NGOs in the scheme?
NGOs provide training and support in forward marketing linkage for SHGs and youth.
Can vocational training enhance eligibility?
Yes, priority is given to applicants with vocational training.
How can SHGs use the financial grant?
The grant can be used to initiate economic activities and enhance group sustainability.
Is there any assistance for marketing tribal products?
Yes, forward marketing linkages are established to promote tribal products.
What is the frequency of scheme monitoring?
Committees meet quarterly or monthly to evaluate and review the scheme’s progress.
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