A group from the Jharkhand Janadhikar Mahasabha recently spoke with Minister Deepika Pandey Singh about some problems with the PESA Act and suggested ways to make it better. The PESA Act, or Panchayats Extension to Scheduled Areas Act, is meant to give more power to local communities in certain areas, allowing them to have more say in how things are run and how resources are used.
Concerns About the Current PESA Act
During the meeting, the group pointed out some issues and unclear parts of the current PESA Act. They believe these problems make it hard for the law to work as it should. Because of these issues, tribal communities can’t fully use their rights to land, forests, and other important resources. The group said that changes need to be made quickly so that the law truly helps empower communities.
Specific Recommendations for Improvement
The members asked the minister to really listen to their concerns and work to make the necessary changes in the state government. The group gave specific ideas for changes, focusing on making the roles and responsibilities of Gram Sabhas (village meetings) clearer. Also, they want to make sure that the government respects the decisions made by these meetings. They emphasized that a better PESA Act would lead to better governance and protect the rights of tribal communities. You may also find information on other important legislative acts on our website.
The Importance of the PESA Act
The Jharkhand Janadhikar Mahasabha has been working to support tribal rights and improve how things are run in the state. This meeting with Minister Singh shows their effort to work with the government and find solutions through talking and working together. The PESA Act is very important because it affects the lives of many people in Jharkhand’s scheduled areas.