Shahdol, April 8: The ambitious PM Janman Housing Scheme by the Government of India is proving to be a boon for marginalized tribes like the Baiga, Sahariya, and Bhariya in Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh.
The scheme aims to provide these communities with safe and permanent housing, significantly improving their living standards. As a result, many tribal families have transitioned from dilapidated, makeshift homes to sturdy, comfortable houses, bringing stability and security to their lives.
In the Budhar region, particularly in the village of Pakariya, the impact of this scheme is evident. Families from the Baiga tribe have reported significant changes in their lives. Previously, they lived in fragile homes, facing numerous challenges during the monsoon season. Now, with the provision of solid houses, they have found relief from these issues. They are now safe from rain, heat, and other natural adversities, making their daily lives much more manageable.
Beneficiary Gaurakhan Baiga shared with a news agency that he received financial assistance of two lakh rupees under the scheme, which enabled him to build his permanent home. He expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister, stating that his previous mud house was infested with pests, but now he enjoys a pest-free environment.
Similarly, Vishwanath Baiga mentioned that his home was once in ruins. After learning about the scheme through the village council, he applied and received the benefits after submitting the necessary documents. He also received 20,000 rupees as labor wages, providing him with additional support. His daughter, Lakshmi Baiga, noted that her studies were disrupted by leaks during the rainy season in their old home, but now she can study in a better environment.
Another beneficiary, Chandrika Baiga, learned about the scheme from the village secretary and successfully built her permanent house. Her wife, Archana Baiga, remarked that daily tasks were challenging in their previous mud house, but now they experience significant relief.
Tejabali Baiga added that living in a mud house during the rainy season was extremely difficult, but with the new construction, life has become much easier.
Deepak Patel, the block coordinator of Budhar Panchayat, highlighted the effective implementation of the scheme, which began in the financial year 2023-24. Its goal is to provide permanent housing to particularly marginalized tribes. He reported that 2,086 beneficiaries have been connected to the scheme in the Budhar area, with 1,752 families already residing in their new homes, while the rest are under construction and will be completed soon. Each beneficiary receives a total of two lakh rupees in four installments under the scheme.
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