
PM to Participate in Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas Programme Tomorrow, Set to Inaugurate 38 Eklavya Schools
What Happened?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will join the Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas programme via video conferencing on November 15, 2026, to honor tribal freedom fighter Bhagwan Birsa Munda. He will inaugurate 38 Eklavya Model Residential Schools and several other projects aimed at improving tribal welfare.
Key points
- The programme will commemorate the 151st birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
- 246 development projects worth approximately ₹3,000 crore will be inaugurated or have their foundation stones laid.
- 38 Eklavya Model Residential Schools will be inaugurated to enhance education for tribal students.
- 100 Multi-Purpose Centres will be established to support community activities.
- The Prime Minister will also inaugurate the Tribal Research Institute in Itanagar and the Ropuiliani Tribal Freedom Fighter Museum in Aizawl.
- The Janjatiya Gaurav Pakhwada will conclude on November 15, 2026.
Key insights
- The inauguration of Eklavya Schools could significantly improve educational access for tribal children.
- The establishment of Multi-Purpose Centres may enhance community engagement and service delivery.
- The projects reflect the government's commitment to tribal welfare and cultural preservation.
Why it matters
This programme aims to enhance education and welfare for tribal communities across India.
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