Chhattisgarh’s Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel started the Mukhyamantri Adivasi Parab Samman Nidhi Yojana in 2024 to support and protect the culture and festivals of the tribal communities in the state. This scheme gives ₹10,000 to village panchayats to help them celebrate tribal festivals with pride and joy.
Overview of the Mukhyamantri Adivasi Parab Samman Nidhi Yojana 2025
The scheme began on April 13, 2024, during a trust conference at Bastar division’s headquarters, Jagdalpur. The Chief Minister said that every tribal village panchayat in the state will get an annual grant of ₹10,000 to organize their traditional festivals and events. The first payment of ₹5,000 has already been given to 1840 village panchayats in Bastar division.
Who can benefit from this scheme?
All Scheduled Tribe communities living in different parts of Chhattisgarh can benefit from the Mukhyamantri Adivasi Parab Samman Nidhi Yojana. The funds are meant to help tribal people celebrate their unique festivals in a respectful and grand way, keeping their rich traditions alive for future generations.
Scheme Highlights in Brief
| Scheme Name | Mukhyamantri Adivasi Parab Samman Nidhi Yojana |
| Launch Date | April 13, 2024 |
| Beneficiaries | All Scheduled Tribes in Chhattisgarh |
| Purpose | Preserve tribal culture and festivals |
| Budget | ₹5 Crore for FY 2024-25 |
| Financial Aid | ₹10,000 per year per village panchayat |
| State | Chhattisgarh |
| Year | 2025 |
Why was this scheme started?
This tribal festival support scheme was started to protect and pass down the unique culture and traditions of tribal communities. With this financial help, villages can organize festivals like Mela, Madai, Jatra Parv, Sarna Puja, Dev Gudi, Cherchera, Akti, Navakhai, Hareli, and others in a grand way. It also helps make sure younger generations continue to learn about and appreciate these cultural practices.
How does the scheme work?
Each tribal village panchayat will get ₹10,000 annually in two parts of ₹5,000 each. The first ₹5,000 installment has already been given to 1840 village panchayats. Local committees made up of village heads, priests, elders, women representatives, and others create the governing bodies at village and sub-division levels to manage and make sure these funds are used properly.
Governing Structure
- Village-level committee led by the village panchayat head (Sarpanch)
- Members include tribal singers, priests, elders, women, and other local representatives
- Sub-division level committee with officers like the Tehsildar and Block Education Officer
- District-level committee to monitor and coordinate the scheme’s work
Important festivals covered under this scheme
- Mela (fairs)
- Madai festival
- Jatra Parv
- Sarna Puja
- Dev Gudi
- Cherchera
- Akti
- Navakhai
- Hareli
How will the money be used?
The grant will be used by village panchayats to arrange celebrations including rituals, fairs, cultural programs, and community meals. Local committees decide which tribal festivals should get funds, making sure there is clarity and that the festivals are culturally important. These festivals are important to keep tribal heritage alive and bring communities together.
Benefits and Features of Mukhyamantri Adivasi Parab Samman Nidhi Yojana
- Started specifically to preserve tribal festivals and culture in Chhattisgarh
- Provides ₹10,000 financial help annually per tribal village panchayat
- Funds given in two equal parts of ₹5,000 each
- Encourages organized and respectful celebration of tribal festivals
- Supports 1840 tribal village panchayats initially, with plans to include more
- Promotes social harmony and reduces discrimination through cultural pride
- Helps keep tribal traditions alive and teaches future generations
- Scheme monitored by local and district-level committees to ensure clarity
- Budget of ₹5 crore for the financial year 2024-25 to run the scheme well
- Encourages visitors to experience and enjoy tribal festivals
This scheme is a good step to support tribal communities and their culture. If you live in a tribal area, make sure your village panchayat knows about this scheme and applies for the fund to celebrate your festivals with the respect they deserve.