godavari district tribal area

Andhra Pradesh is grappling with extreme heat, with temperatures soaring above 48 degrees Celsius in several districts. The State Disaster Management Authority warns of severe heatwave conditions persisting for three more days, urging people to avoid travel between 11 am and 4 pm. Meanwhile, isolated regions may experience light to moderate rainfall and thunderstorms.

Tribal villagers have approached the Orissa High Court, alleging the state government's prolonged inaction in implementing the PESA Act, 1996. They seek directions to frame and enforce long-pending rules, arguing the delay deprives gram sabhas of self-governance and protection of community resources, leading to exploitation of tribal lands and resources.

Tribal organizations are taking a stand by petitioning the Orissa High Court, claiming the state's chronic delays in enforcing the PESA Act, 1996. Despite being enacted almost three decades ago, Odisha has not put into place the necessary legislation, resulting in tribal Gram Sabhas lacking the constitutional authority needed for self-rule and the safeguarding of their resources.

Andhra Pradesh is experiencing a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring to extreme levels. Piduguralla recorded the highest at 48.1°C. Weather agencies have issued fresh warnings, predicting continued severe heatwave conditions across several districts for the next few days, urging residents to take precautions.

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Nearly 1.5 lakh tribal people from across India gathered at the Red Fort, demanding the removal of converted Muslims and Christians from the Scheduled Tribe category. Organized by the Janajati Suraksha Manch, the event aimed to build support for a constitutional amendment under Article 342 to de-list converted tribals.