Kerala
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Kannadippaya Special Bamboo Weaved Mat Product: Scientific, Technical and Marketing Interventions for Tribal Empowerment
Kannadippaya is a traditional bamboo mat weaving craft endemic to the tribal communities of Idukki district. The name derives from the mat’s mirror-like sheen (“Kannadi” meaning mirror), achieved through hand-weaving process.
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SHELTER: Transforming Adivasi Lives through Comprehensive Community Development in Nilambur, Kerala
This program integrates livelihood, education, health, cultural preservation, financial inclusion, and institutional empowerment under one framework. With a strong emphasis on community participation and inter-departmental convergence, the project seeks to empower tribal women, youth, and children.
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Improving Disaster Resilience Among Tribal Communities Through the Tribal Disaster Management Plan, Wayanad
The district is highly prone to natural disasters such as landslides and floods and these risks are exacerbated by the geographical and social isolation of its tribal hamlets. The project set a precedent by actively mainstreaming tribal participation in disaster management.