A multi-phase approach to tribal welfare from ministerial tenure to current MLA leadership, focused on health, education, water access, and social infrastructure.

Key Highlights

• Minister era: 98 tribal villages connected to water supply initiatives
• Ashram Shala strengthening with large-scale infrastructure upgrades
• PM JANMAN and Dharti Aaba alignment for vulnerable tribal habitations

Major Initiatives

• Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan: Integrated development convergence in 635 villages of Palghar.
• PM JANMAN Centres: 30 support centres for PVTG-focused health, nutrition, and skilling outcomes.
• Tribal Sub-Plan Outlay: District-level allocation support with sector-linked planning for 2026-27.

Welfare Outcomes

• 53,000+ tribal families impacted
• Long-term social infrastructure created in remote belts
• Improved access to welfare schemes through field follow-up

This sector reflects long-term field engagement and institutional follow-up to ensure benefits reach tribal families, students, workers, and local communities in Palghar.