Why is AID interested? Tribal groups in India are one of the most excluded, disempowered and disadvantaged parts of society. The areas they live are invariably underdeveloped, underserved and “internal colonies” of the poor. They are one of the hidden poor groups with little education and skills.  Their culture is ignored, their language is extinct, the system of community self-help, mutual help, community self-governance and community life is least recognised by the government and the existing policies. Common values cherished by the tribes for years are slowly fading. For many urbanites and outsiders, their culture is considered as “primitive”, “primordial” “uncultured” and “strange”.  In view of this scenario, AID has always been committed to their rights and their sustainable development.  AID is interested in pursuing their cause, as it is consistent with the vision and mission of AID, as well as the area strategic plan.  Hence, AID partnered with the tribes. AID aims to promote the mission of livelihood security. The area was chosen in view of its high poverty and weak governance.