13 ashram schools, 9 tribal hostels under ITDA administration in Nandyal, says Collector

In commemoration of World Tribal Day, the district administrations of Nandyal and Chittoor affirmed the commitment of the State government to strive for the welfare of the Adivasi communities and to educate their children on a priority basis.

In Nandyal, Collector Rajakumari Ganiya said that as many as 13 ashram schools and nine tribal hostels were under the administration of the Integrated Tribal Development Authority (ITDA) in the district, while the State government was making continuous efforts to strengthen the infrastructure. She urged the parents of the dominant Chenchu community to prioritise the education of their children, avoid child marriages, and utilise government welfare schemes and health camps.

In Chittoor, Collector Sumit Kumar said that ₹75 crore was allocated for development of infrastructure in SC/ST hamlets. He announced the granting of fishing rights to 50 families under the ROFR Act and land titles to 22 Yanadi families. The Collector informed the target group to directly approach his office with grievances and make use of the welfare schemes.