President Murmu calls for balancing development and traditional values at tribal empowerment event in Madhya Pradesh

June 18, 2026 4:54 PM

President Murmu calls for balancing development and traditional values at tribal empowerment event in Madhya Pradesh

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday emphasized the need to balance modern development with traditional values, stating that such a combination forms the foundation of a strong, prosperous and inclusive society. Addressing the gathering at the programme titled “Empowerment of Tribal Society by Spiritual Awakening”, organized by Prajapita Brahma Kumaris Ishwariya Vishwa Vidyalaya in Betul, Madhya Pradesh, the President highlighted the importance of spirituality, social harmony and environmen...

Kalahandi’s Transformation: A Case Study for Tribal-Led Progress

August 8, 2025 3:28 PM

Kalahandi’s Transformation: A Case Study for Tribal-Led Progress

Once symbolic of deprivation, Kalahandi has undergone a remarkable transformation: evolving from one of Odisha’s most underdeveloped districts into a thriving hub of inclusive rural development Back in 2001, Kalahandi’s contribution to Odisha’s Gross District Domestic Product (GDDP) was less than 1%, and the average per capita income barely touched ₹19,000. For decades, the district languished under the weight of subsistence agriculture, poor infrastructure, and chronic underinvestment i...