Minister-in-Charge, Tribal Development Department, Government of West Bengal
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<p>With the objective of making the Bhumij community stronger, more inclusive, and future-oriented, an initiative has been taken by the West Bengal Bhumij Development Board and the Divisional Commissioner of Medinipur Division to publish a “quarterly newsletter” titled <em>“Bhumij Khabar”</em>, aimed at bringing before the public the issues and experiences of the Bhumij community and the groups under this division. 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, as a result of which the rural social foundation of Bengal is becoming stronger. 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.</p><p>Under the leadership of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of the Government of West Bengal, and under the management of the Tribal Development Department, continuous efforts are being made to further strengthen the Bhumij community by providing various technical and vocational training.</p><p>Along with ensuring the benefits of various landmark schemes of the Government of West Bengal, close coordination is being maintained with the Board to provide them with necessary assistance and support more easily. 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>
Bulu Chik Baraik
Minister-in-Charge, Tribal Development Department, Government of West Bengal