Maharashtra Government announces ₹160 crore package for Katkari, Kolam, Madia and Pardhi tribes
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Vulnerable sections (SC/ST, minorities, disabled, elderly, children)· Prelims·
Targeted fiscal intervention for marginalized groups: a GS2 Social Justice and inclusive growth case study.
Why in news
The Maharashtra Government announced a ₹160 crore special package in the 2026-27 Budget for the holistic development of Katkari, Kolam, and Madia tribes and the Pardhi community.
Background
The Maharashtra Government issued a Government Resolution on 2 November 2026 allocating ₹160 crore for tribal development. The package includes ₹130 crore specifically for primitive tribes (Katkari, Kolam, Madia) and ₹30 crore for the Pardhi community.
Facts for Prelims
- FactTotal package amount: ₹160 crore for the 2026-27 Budget
- FactAllocation for primitive tribes: ₹130 crore
- FactAllocation for Pardhi community: ₹30 crore
- PlaceMaharashtra Government initiative
- BodyGovernment Resolution issued on 2 November 2026
Prelims practice question
With reference to the Maharashtra Government's tribal development package for the 2026-27 Budget, consider the following statements:
- The package is intended for the holistic development of Katkari, Kolam, and Madia tribes.
- The total package amount allocated is ₹160 crore.
- The allocation for the Pardhi community is ₹130 crore.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)1 only
- (b)1 and 2 only
- (c)1 and 3 only
- (d)1, 2 and 3
Show answer
Answer: (b) 1 and 2 only — Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is incorrect: The allocation for the Pardhi community is ₹30 crore.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of targeted fiscal interventions for primitive tribes and marginalized communities in achieving inclusive growth in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Inclusion gap: Addressing specific socio-economic barriers faced by nomadic and primitive tribal groups
- Fiscal federalism: State-led welfare initiatives as a supplement to central tribal development schemes
Keywords: holistic development · primitive tribes · fiscal intervention · social inclusion · marginalized communities
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