Jaipur, March 17 -- Rajasthan chief minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Monday said the tribal community is known for its rich traditions, distinct culture and deep connection with nature, adding that the state's development can only be achieved through their active participation. "The development of Rajasthan is incomplete without the participation of tribal communities," CM Sharma said, and announced a slew of initiatives for their welfare, including a Rs.100-crore tribal tourist circuit and a special drive to distribute forest rights titles. Addressing a Tribal Pride Day gathering at Beneshwar Dham in Dungarpur, Sharma also inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 326 development projects worth Rs.1,902 crore across tribal-dominated districts, while highlighting the role of tribal society in Rajasthan's history, culture and development. He said the tribal society has produced many brave heroes who sacrificed everything during the freedom struggle. He said the state government is continuously working for the welfare and empowerment of tribal communities, and this year's Rajasthan Day celebrations include a special day dedicated to tribal communities in recognition of their immense contribution to the state's development. The chief minister said the formation of Greater Rajasthan took place on March 30, 1949, on the occasion of Chaitra Shukla Pratipada, the beginning of the Indian New Year, and the state government has decided to celebrate Rajasthan Day on the same occasion. This year, the celebrations will be held across the state on March 19 with enthusiasm. Calling Beneshwar Dham the largest centre of tribal faith, Sharma said the state government plans to undertake beautification works at the pilgrimage site and a detailed project report (DPR) is being prepared. Highlighting tribal heritage, the chief minister said handicrafts reflect the pride and identity of tribal communities. He mentioned traditional art forms such as Pithora painting, bamboo weaving, pottery and wood carving as invaluable cultural assets and said the government is working to ensure artists receive proper recognition and fair value for their work. Sharma said several initiatives have been taken for the upliftment of tribal communities, including increasing the hostel mess allowance for tribal students from Rs 2,500 to Rs 3,250 per month and enhancing incentives for students scoring over 80% in Classes 10 and 12 as well as those clearing CA and CS examinations. Sharma said the state government will launch a special campaign to grant individual and community forest rights titles to tribal residents living in forest areas and ensure these rights are recorded in revenue records so beneficiaries can avail government schemes and bank loans. He also announced that works will be undertaken for the construction of Sangam and Abudra ghats and for remodelling the Beneshwar anicut to ensure year-round water availability. In addition, a Rs.100-crore tribal tourist circuit will be developed connecting major tribal religious and historical sites including Tripura Sundari Temple, Mangadh Dham, Beneshwar Dham, Sitmata Wildlife Sanctuary....