Author(s): Neelima Minj, Prof. Gauri Shankar Mahapatra
Abstract:
Communication is widely recognised as a critical instrument of socio-economic development, particularly in marginalised and indigenous communities. The present study examines the impact of modern communication systems on the socio-economic development of the Uraon tribe in Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh. The research is based on primary data collected from 200 Uraon households selected from Manora and Pathalgaon blocks. The study analyses access to modern communication tools such as mobile phones, television, radio, and internet, and evaluates their influence on education, employment opportunities, income generation, and awareness of government welfare schemes. Quantitative data were analysed using percentage methods, tables, and graphical representations. The findings reveal that increased exposure to modern communication systems has positively influenced educational awareness, employment information, and income levels among the Uraon community. However, limited digital literacy and infrastructural constraints continue to restrict the full utilisation of communication technologies. The study emphasises the need for culturally sensitive communication strategies to promote inclusive tribal development.
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