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Gladson Dungdung, a prominent tribal rights activist from Jharkhand, has been at the forefront of the movement advocating for the proper implementation of the Provisions of the Panchayats (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996 (PESA) in the state. Known for his unwavering commitment to indigenous rights, Dungdung recently voiced strong concerns during a workshop on PESA rule formation. He alleged that the Jharkhand state government is attempting to dilute the essence of PESA by imposing the Jharkhand Panchayati Raj framework under the guise of implementing PESA rules. According to him, this move undermines the constitutional spirit of self-governance for Scheduled Tribes and threatens the traditional autonomy of Gram Sabhas in Scheduled Areas. His statement has sparked fresh debate on the state’s approach to tribal self-rule and raised critical questions about the intent and direction of PESA rule formulation in Jharkhand.