A closer look at Bengal’s tribal mandate
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Summary
Tribal communities seem to have moved from seeing welfare as enough to demanding identity security and better services.
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source Frontline Magazine
Published Tuesday, 5 May 2026
Affected Population ~150 million farming households, 42% of workforce
Key Numbers
Agri budget: Rs 1.52 lakh crore (2025-26)
MSP for 23 crops
PM-KISAN: Rs 6,000/year to 9 crore farmers
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right