It is launched for the holistic development and welfare of tribal population in India by plugging the infrastructure gaps and lags in human development indices.
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The scheme focuses on
- Provision for a better standard of living and quality of life
- Improving access to and quality of education
- Generating resources for long-term and sustainable growth
- Bridging infrastructural gaps
- Protection of tribal culture and heritage.