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AIZAWL; the 22^nd August,20205: The State Level Orientation on Aadi Karmayogi Abhiyan – Responsive Governance Programme was held at the Secretariat Conference Hall, MINECO, here in Aizawl, today, under the guidance of Pu Lalmalsawma, IRS, Secretary, Planning & Programme Implementation Department, Government of Mizoram. The programme began with a note of welcome and an address on the purpose of the gathering.

Pu Roumuan Paite, Joint Secretary & CMD, NSTFDC, Ministry of Tribal Affairs, New Delhi also attended the programme on behalf of the Ministry. He explained the main objectives and implementation process of the Aadi Karmayogi Abhiyan. During the forenoon session, visits were also made to the State Tribal Resource & Training Centre, Kelsih and the Ropuiliani Tribal Freedom Fighter’s Museum. The Planning & Programme Implementation Department, as the State Nodal Department, also provided awareness on how the programme will be implemented in Mizoram.

Pu Khilli Ram Meena, Chief Secretary and Chairman of the State Level Orientation Programme addressed the participants, highlighting the importance of the programme and expressed gratitude for the involvement and support of the Mizo people.

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA), Government of India has been continuously working towards better governance, efficient administration, and empowerment of tribal communities. To further strengthen this initiative, the Aadi Karmayogi Abhiyan – Responsive Governance Programme has been launched. This mission aims to improve collaboration between government and tribal communities across India.

Under this mission, 20 lakh (2 million) State, District, Block, and Village Level Master Trainers will be trained across the country. Mizoram, as part of the North East Region, falls under Regional Process Lab – 6 (RPL-6). From 11th to 17th August, training for 8 State Master Trainers was conducted, and shortly, 65 District Master Trainers will also be trained. Additionally, 23 Nodal Officers at Block level have already been identified.Under Phase I of the Aadi Karmayogi Abhiyan – Responsive Governance Programme, eight districts in the state of Mizoram have been identified for inclusion.

The Government of India has set a vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, aiming for India to become a developed nation by 2047, the centenary of Independence. To achieve this, inclusive development of tribal communities is essential. Areas such as healthcare, education, infrastructure, and good governance are being prioritized. Various schemes for tribal welfare are being integrated, and effective collaboration between government agencies, CSOs/NGOs, and local communities will ensure better outcomes.

For this purpose, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs/NGOs) have been identified in each district. District Responsive Governance Groups and War Rooms have been set up. In due course, District and Block Level Process Labs will be established. Furthermore, Seva Centres (Grievance Redressal Mechanisms) will be created to provide platforms for addressing public grievances and ensuring accountability.

Departments will work in close convergence to prepare Village Action Plans for holistic development. Village and Local Councils are instructed to conduct Special Gram Sabhas, ensuring maximum public participation in decision-making and implementation.