Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has said that we are filled with pride that Madhya Pradesh is the state with highest tribal population in country. In the state, 21 percent population belongs to tribal community. People of the tribal community protect nature and live their lives under its shelter. Our government is committed to educational, social, economic and cultural development of all these tribes. Many schemes are being run by the government for overall development of tribes. He said that 150th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda will be celebrated in a very dignified manner. There is a need for deliberation on welfare of the tribal community. For this, office-bearers of voluntary organisations from across the country have gathered in Bhopal. The nectar that will emerge from this deliberation is our asset. For welfare of tribes, the government will move forward step by step along with all voluntary institutions and welfare organisations. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that in the government, Tribal Welfare Minister Dr. Kunwar Vijay Shah is rich in innovations for tribal welfare. He honoured tribal doctors by presenting them a stethoscope instead of a garland and also inspired everyone to take benefit of government schemes.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav was addressing the All India NGO Meet organised under the joint aegis of Central and State government on the occasion of the 150th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda and Tribal Pride Year at Kushabhau Thakre International Convention Centre on Wednesday. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav inaugurated the one-day meet by lighting the lamp.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that non-government organisations play an important role in teducational, economic and social welfare of tribal community. The state government stands firmly with institutions in this noble work. Tribal welfare is our government’s commitment. The state government organised a Cabinet meeting in Jabalpur dedicated to Rani Durgavati during her 300th birth anniversary year. The state government has also publicised welfare works of Raja Shankar Shah, Kunwar Raghunath Shah. Our government has established a university in tribal belt of Khargone in name of Tantya Mama Bhil.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that cooperation of voluntary organisations makes it easier to achieve targets in government work. He said that on November 15, 2025, the 150th birth anniversary celebration of Bhagwan Birsa Munda is being observed through state-level programmes at Jabalpur and Alirajpur.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav said that we are proud that we got the privilege to host the national conclave of NGOs working for welfare of tribal brothers and sisters of the country and state. He said that both central and state governments have always placed tribal empowerment at the centre of their policies. NGOs play an important role in implementing welfare schemes related to tribal welfare, and in areas like health, education, culture, employment, and tourism development for tribal communities in remote regions.