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Kawant, June 16:
DISHA Don Bosco Camp Helps Tribal Beneficiaries Access Government Welfare Schemes in Kawant
News reported by: BIS Correspondent, Mumbai
More than 200 remote tribal residents accessed critical government welfare services at a two-day Government Scheme Facilitation Camp organised by DISHA Don Bosco, Kawant, in the villages of Vagudan and Nanavanta on June 12 and 13, 2026.
The camp aimed to support disadvantaged tribal families facing difficulties accessing government benefits due to limited awareness, documentation, and procedural barriers. By bringing services to the villages, it bridged the gap between welfare schemes and marginalised communities.
A total of 263 people from eight villages benefited from the camp. Beneficiary numbers were as follows: Vagudan (60), Jamli (22), Nanavanta (108), Navalja (3), Rendha (45), Dhaniwadi (2), Nanakoshta (2), and Bheretha (21). Gender details included 43 men and 17 women from Vagudan, 10 men and 12 women from Jamli, and 77 men and 31 women from Nanavanta. The other villages contributed male beneficiaries as stated.
During the camp, the DISHA Don Bosco team assisted beneficiaries with various government schemes and documentation services. The team helped people apply for or correct ration cards, enrol in the Widow Pension Scheme and Old Age Pension Scheme, update KYC, register on the I-Khedut Portal, and link Aadhaar cards. Staff guided beneficiaries through procedures and ensured accurate completion of applications, helping them navigate administrative barriers.
The programme was conducted under the guidance of Fr Dr Mayank Parmar, SDB, Director of DISHA Don Bosco, Kawant. The camp was supported by Mr Hasmukh Christian, Programme Officer, along with Mr Arvind Rathwa and Mr Naresh Rathwa. Mr Ajay Rathwa played a key role in coordinating and managing the camp activities.
The initiative also received valuable support from local representatives, including Kawant Taluka Panchayat Member Mr Viranbhai and Nanavanta Panchayat Member Mr Fatesingh Rathwa, whose cooperation helped ensure the programme's successful implementation.
Officials said DISHA Don Bosco continually promotes social inclusion and, through such camps, ensures that tribal communities have access to welfare benefits and services designed for their development and well-being.
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