Union Minister Jual Oram Pushes for Tribal Education Reform in Odisha

Union Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oram urged officials of Odisha's SC and ST Development department to prioritize vocational courses and upgrade schools to degree colleges. He emphasized equitable access to education, regular infrastructure monitoring, and the preservation of multilingual books to empower tribal youths and address disparities.

Union Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oram on Saturday called on officials of Odisha's SC and ST Development department to prioritize vocational courses to ensure livelihood opportunities for tribal youths.

Chairing a review meeting, Oram recommended the upgrading of senior secondary schools into degree colleges, aiming to provide tribal students with the chance to pursue graduation and compete in career-oriented exams. He also stressed the importance of establishing coaching facilities within these institutions to prepare students for various job opportunities, according to an official statement.

The Union Minister urged state officials to offer more vocational courses for students after Class 10 or 12, empowering them to pursue professional careers and grow independently as earners. Oram highlighted disparities in school distribution statewide and called for equitable access to educational institutions for disadvantaged groups. He directed officials to expedite mapping and identify gaps in amenities for tribal and Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs).

Additionally, Oram mandated regular monitoring of infrastructure projects in Odisha and underscored the need for preserving and documenting multilingual books through institutions like the SC, ST Research and Training Institute and the Academy of Tribal Languages and Culture (ATLC).

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