The tribal communities of Nandurbar district in Maharashtra continue to face unimaginable hardships that reflect the deep neglect of basic infrastructure and healthcare services. The question that haunts many concerned citizens is: When will the suffering of Nandurbar’s tribal population come to an end?
Even today, in the 21st century, tribal families in the remote parts of Nandurbar are forced to carry patients on makeshift bamboo stretchers through dense forests, walking up to 15 kilometers to access basic medical care. This shocking reality paints a grim picture of the district’s underdevelopment and the apathy of those in power. The lack of proper roads and transportation in tribal hamlets makes access to hospitals and primary health centers nearly impossible, especially in emergencies.
One such heart-wrenching incident involves an 18-year-old girl named Rengita Aatya Chaudhary. Due to the absence of a motorable road in her village, her family had no choice but to carry her in a bamboo stretcher for over 15 kilometers through rough and hilly terrain. She was suffering from a serious medical condition, and this life-threatening journey was her only hope of reaching a hospital. This is not an isolated case. In the past two months alone, this is the third such incident reported from the region.
These situations raise critical questions about the role of the government and the state of public welfare. Is the administration merely a silent spectator while these tribal citizens suffer in silence? Are these people not entitled to the same rights and facilities as the rest of the country?
Despite multiple promises and funds allocated over the years, the ground reality has seen little to no change. Roads are either non-existent or in extremely poor condition. Ambulances cannot reach the villages, forcing families to rely on traditional and unsafe methods of patient transportation. During the monsoon season, the situation worsens as muddy trails become treacherous, making it even more dangerous for patients to be moved.
The agony of tribal communities in Nandurbar is not just about infrastructure; it reflects a systemic failure in ensuring basic human rights. These communities are left behind in every sense—education, healthcare, transportation, and economic opportunity. Young girls like Rengita are forced to risk their lives just to get a doctor’s attention, something that should be a basic right, not a luxury.
The state and central governments need to take urgent and concrete steps. Road connectivity must be prioritized. Healthcare centers need to be made more accessible, and mobile health units must be deployed in hilly and forested areas. Most importantly, tribal voices must be heard and included in policy-making processes.
The pain and struggle of Nandurbar’s tribal people are real, ongoing, and heartbreaking. If we, as a society, do not stand up now and demand justice and action, we will continue to witness these silent tragedies unfold in the shadows of our progress
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