Odisha Governor urges enhanced support for PVTG communities to access government schemes

Bhubaneswar, Sep 10 (UNI) Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati today urged officials   in Malkangiri district to extend greater support to the Bonda and Didayi communities, recognized as Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs), to ensure their effective access to government welfare schemes.

During his visit to Malkangiri district, the Governor stressed that subsidies alone are often inadequate for purchasing livestock such as cows and goats or for setting up small-scale
industries.

He advised that PVTGs should be guided in securing bank loans to bridge financial gaps and improve their livelihood prospects.

Dr. Kambhampati also called for diversification of livelihood opportunities. Apart from agriculture, he emphasized promoting dairy farming, goat rearing, and other allied household-based activities to strengthen the economic base of PVTG families.

Highlighting the importance of outreach, he urged officials to organize large-scale awareness campaigns to inform PVTG households about welfare schemes designed for their upliftment.
Earlier, the Governor visited Sitakunda, a mythologically significant site linked to the Ramayana, where he offered prayers to Goddess Sita. Members of the Bonda community welcomed him with traditional attire and vibrant cultural performances.
He also inspected a bead-making training centre, interacted with beneficiaries to learn about the craft, and distributed FRA pattas to eligible families.

Expressing satisfaction, Dr. Kambhampati said he was delighted to hear the success stories of several beneficiaries who had effectively utilized government schemes for socio-economic
progress.
Malkangiri MLA Narsingha Madkami, Chitrakonda MLA Mangu Khilla, Commissioner-cum-Secretary to the Governor Rupa Roshan Sahu, and senior district officials were present at the
event.