Centre for Social Work, Panjab University, Organises Webinar on Tribal Well-being and Mining-induced Displacement
The Centre for Social Work, Panjab University, Chandigarh, today organised a webinar on “Development, Displacement and Tribal Well-being: Rethinking Social Work Intervention in Mining-affected Communities of Odisha.”
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Oct 12, 2026 08:17
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Chandigarh, October 12, 2026: The Centre for Social Work, Panjab University, Chandigarh, today organised a webinar on “Development, Displacement and Tribal Well-being: Rethinking Social Work Intervention in Mining-affected Communities of Odisha.” Dr.Pradeep Kumar Sahoo, Assistant Professor at Centurion University of Technology and Management, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, was the expert speaker. He discussed the impact of mining and development projects on tribal communities, highlighting displacement, loss of land and forest resources, environmental degradation, livelihood insecurity, and socio-economic challenges. He also outlined government welfare programmes for tribal development and emphasised the role of social work in education, skill development, awareness of land and workers’ rights, occupational safety, healthcare, and community participation. Prof. Monica Munjal Singh, Chairperson, Centre for Social Work, welcomed the speaker, while Dr.Gaurav Gaur, Faculty Member, Centre for Social Work, expressed gratitude for his valuable insights. The webinar highlighted the importance of community-based interventions and inclusive development in promoting tribal well-being and social justice.
Social Work Students from Central and State Universities across Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra also participated in the webinar, reflecting its wider academic reach and relevance.
