Mamata Banerjee

<p>Under the management of the Tribal Development Department of the Government of West Bengal, and through the initiative of the Chairman of the Bhumij Development Board and the Divisional Commissioner of Medinipur Division, an initiative has been taken to publish a “quarterly newsletter” titled <em>“Bhumij Khabar”</em> with the objective of bringing the issues and experiences of the Bhumij community and the groups under this division to the public. I extend my heartfelt greetings and congratulations to everyone associated with this initiative.</p><p>The Bhumij Development Board is one of the key pillars of the rural economy of West Bengal. This Board stands as a prime example of how marginalized people of the Bhumij community can come together collectively to improve their socio-economic conditions. Under the leadership of the Tribal Development Department of the Government of West Bengal, the Board is continuously striving to strengthen the community by preserving the Bhumij language, heritage, and culture, and by promoting folk art, education, sports, as well as providing various technical and vocational training to all sections of the Bhumij community.</p><p>Along with ensuring the benefits of various landmark schemes of the Government of West Bengal, close coordination with the Board is being maintained to provide them with necessary assistance and support more effectively. As a result, the foundation of the rural Bhumij community in Bengal is becoming stronger.</p><p>I firmly believe that this quarterly publication <em>“Bhumij Khabar”</em> will play a significant role in increasing awareness about the Bhumij community among the general public, and through this, it will be possible to extend the benefits of the Bhumij movement to every village of West Bengal. I wish this publication all-round success.</p>