Tribals Empowered: PESA Rules 2025 Grant Gram Sabhas Control Over Land, Forest, Water

• Panchayati Raj Department issued PESA Rules 2025 notification on Jan 2, 2026, strengthening tribal self-governance in Scheduled Areas.
• Gram Sabhas gain significant rights over water, forest, and land, with direct access to 15th Finance Commission funds.
• Rules empower Gram Sabhas with control over development schemes, land acquisition consent, minor minerals, and traditional beverages.
• Police must inform Gram Sabha within 7 days of an arrest; Gram Sabhas can resolve disputes and preserve traditions.
• The 17-chapter rules ensure real decision-making power shifts to Gram Sabhas, reinforcing tribal rights.

Why It Matters: PESA Rules 2025 empower Gram Sabhas, giving tribals control over their traditional resources and governance.