Gwalior: Madhya Pradesh Governor Mangubhai Patel inaugurated a newly developed Tribal Studies and Development Centre on Tuesday, located within the Krishi Vigyan Kendra campus of Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Agricultural University. The centre aims to study and promote the culture of the Sahariya tribe, classified as a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG).
The Sahariya tribe has a significant presence in several districts, including Bhind, Morena, Gwalior, Sheopur, Shivpuri, Guna, Vidisha, Raisen, and Sehore in Madhya Pradesh.
After the inauguration, Governor Patel interacted with tribal farmers from Sheopur and Jhabua districts who were attending a state government-organized training session on Kadaknath poultry farming. He informed them about various welfare and employment-oriented schemes designed for the state’s special backward tribes, encouraging them to become self-reliant by utilizing these resources. Patel also urged them to inspire others in their communities to seize these opportunities.
During his visit to Gwalior, the Governor also attended the convocation ceremony of Jiwaji University, where he advised students to foster a lifelong spirit of learning. He encouraged them to uphold high standards of ideals, knowledge, and conduct, even in the face of challenges.
The convocation was attended by notable figures, including Vijay P. Bhatkar, Chancellor of Nalanda University, along with other distinguished guests. Jiwaji University, established in 1964, is one of the oldest educational institutions in Madhya Pradesh.
