ST communities in Cauvery delta hope for redemption from poverty under new govt.

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In the absence of accepted identity proof, the Tamil Nadu Adi Dravidar Housing and Development Corporation has been holding back fund allocation to ST families, say activists

Updated - April 10, 2026 08:00 pm IST - TIRUCHI

Vahiri tribals at Pallavarayanpettai in Mayiladuthurai district have been enduring poor living conditions, lack of land pattas, and social neglect.

Vahiri tribals at Pallavarayanpettai in Mayiladuthurai district have been enduring poor living conditions, lack of land pattas, and social neglect. | Photo Credit: R. VENGADESH

With the Assembly elections just a few days away, members of the Scheduled Tribes (ST) in the Cauvery delta region are hoping for better opportunities and improved living conditions in the years to come.

Mayiladuthurai district has at least 22 settlements of STs such as the Narikuravar, Vahiri, Irular, Adiyan, Kaatunayakan, and Komban.

Published - April 10, 2026 07:59 pm IST

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