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Kharia and Mankidia are two major PVTGs living in foothills of Similipal bio-sphere and tiger reserve areas.

Coronavirus | 21 members of vulnerable tribes infected in Odisha

Coronavirus | 21 members of vulnerable tribes infected in Odisha Updated: Updated: Activists warn of rapid spread among isolated communities Share Article Activists warn of rapid spread among isolated communities With the second wave of COVID-19 sweeping across rural heartland of Odisha, infections are being reported among the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). As many as 21 tribals across eight different PVTGs in the State have so far tested positive, including two from the Bonda tribe, known for its secluded lifestyle. Bondas live in highlands, 3,500-feet above sea level, in Malkangiri, the southern-most district of Odisha. “Three days ago, Malakangiri district administration conducted a mass testing drive at Mudulipada a Bonda village. Two of them tested positive. Since they live in close proximity, we have isolated the two infected persons,” said P. Arthanari, Project director of Odisha PVTG Empowerment and Livelihood Improvement.

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