Jammu, Nov. 3 -- Minister for Tribal Affairs, Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, and Transport, Javed Ahmed Rana, on Monday reviewed the functioning of Gujjar and Bakerwal (G&B) hostels, implementation of the Forest Rights Act (FRA) and progress of various welfare and infrastructure projects being undertaken by the Tribal Affairs Department.

The minister chaired a comprehensive review meeting at the Civil Secretariat in Jammu to assess the implementation of tribal welfare initiatives, with particular focus on improving educational facilities and promoting the socio-economic empowerment of tribal communities.

During the review of G&B hostels, Rana examined the existing diet plan, quality of food served to students, posting and st...