Team Herald
MARGAO: A delegation from the United Tribal Alliance Association (UTAA) submitted a memorandum to Jatothu Nayak, a member of the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes, highlighting urgent issues affecting Goa’s tribal communities. Their primary focus was the long-standing demand for political reservations for the State’s Scheduled Tribes, an issue they argued has been neglected
for too long, even reaching the Lok Sabha.
The delegation included Sports Minister Govind Gawde, UTAA Chief Prakash Velip, and prominent leaders Durgadas Gawade and Vishwas Gawade.
They met with Nayak to present their appeals, emphasising the critical need for designated Scheduled Areas and the protection of tribal lands—issues they deem essential for preserving their rights and resources. Overall, the delegation addressed 15 key issues concerning the welfare of the tribal community, urging the Commission to expedite action on these long-overdue demands.