Tribal Vote Land: ‘Vikas’ Story So Far Is Good, But Not Enough

In Bihar’s Doane valley, tribal communities like Tharus and Oraons, once beneficiaries of government schemes, now face disillusionment. While bicycles and uniforms empowered girls, many educated women are now resigned to traditional roles. The Oraons, meanwhile, suffer from a lack of basic amenities, with development projects failing to reach them, highlighting a stark contrast in ‘vikas’ delivery.