GG News Bureau
Kharsawan, 2nd Jan. Jharkhand’s Chief Minister, Hemant Soren, expressed concern on Monday about certain groups attempting to create divisions within the tribal community by exploiting issues related to water, forest, and land.
Speaking at a public gathering held to honor the tribals who lost their lives in Kharsawan in 1948, Soren also highlighted that certain forces were attacking the cultural and traditional values of the tribal community.
“Tribals continue to remain neglected as policymakers never take into account the community’s interests. This is the reason tribals have become weak and lagging behind economically, academically, intellectually and politically,” he said.
“There are certain forces in the society who want to divide tribals over issues related to ‘jal, jungle aur jameen’ and displace the community by tampering with laws such as the Chotanagpur Tenancy Act and Santal Paragana Tenancy Act. They are also attacking the tribal culture and traditions,” he alleged.
Soren said Jharkhand was once identified with tribals, but the community has been marginalised in the state over the last two decades.
“The roots of our government are very strong as it has been elected by you. Hence, it is our top priority to take care of your interest,” he added.
Soren said his government was working for the empowerment of tribals, and urged members of the community to ensure higher education for their children.
He claimed that Jharkhand will become a “strong state” by 2025.
Jamshedpur MP Bidyut Baran Mahato also paid homage to the tribals who sacrificed their lives.
“Several persons had sacrificed for the cause of Jharkhand’s identity and pride and we should take pledge that their sacrifice will not go vain,” he said.
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