PMAAGY stands for Pradhan Mantri Adi Adarsh Gram Yojana, an initiative aimed at transforming tribal villages into model villages with improved infrastructure and services.
Which villages are eligible under PMAAGY? Tribal villages with at least 50% Scheduled Tribe (ST) population and a minimum of 500 ST residents are eligible under this scheme.
What facilities does PMAAGY focus on? The scheme prioritizes the development of essential infrastructure such as roads, schools, healthcare centers, and telecommunication services.
How are the villages selected for development? Villages are selected based on their tribal population criteria and are taken up in a phased manner, approximately one-fifth annually over five years.
How much funding is provided per village? Each village receives Rs 20.38 lakh for the development of basic infrastructure and facilities.
What is the funding source for PMAAGY? The program is fully funded by the central government of India.
What are Village Development Plans (VDPs)? VDPs are comprehensive development plans tailored for each village, outlining necessary infrastructure and services improvements.
What’s the current status of the PMAAGY implementation? As per the latest reports, the scheme is in various stages of implementation across the identified tribal villages, with a certain percentage of VDPs approved and others in the planning phase.
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