DST: Science & technology interventions for socio-economic development of disadvantaged communities, including tribal areas in Gadchiroli–Chimur
Department of Science and Technology support for tribal livelihood projects in Gadchiroli–Chimur and the role of the Science & Technology Resource Centre
- The Department of Science and Technology supports action-oriented projects that use science, technology and innovation for socio-economic development in disadvantaged and tribal communities.
- The Science & Technology Resource Centre implements science and technology-based interventions for underserved tribal communities in the Gadchiroli–Chimur Parliamentary Constituency.
What happened
The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has said that it supports action-oriented, location-specific projects that use science, technology and innovation for the socio-economic development of disadvantaged communities, including tribal areas. The stated model is to identify local needs, deploy appropriate technologies, and improve livelihoods and quality of life.
For Gadchiroli–Chimur Parliamentary Constituency in Maharashtra, the Department of Science and Technology cited two interventions: a project on composting and kitchen gardening for safe and sustainable food production in tribal villages, and the Science & Technology Resource Centre (STRC) at Gadchiroli.
Relevant for GS2: Welfare schemes and issues relating to Scheduled Tribes; governance and social justice, GS3: Science and Technology applications for development; innovation and rural technology, Essay: Inclusive development, technology-led livelihood support, and tribal empowerment.
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