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Tribal Entrepreneurship in Andhra Pradesh: A Study on Digital Transformation and Local Development

Author(s) Mr. MANOJ DEVA YEDDU, Dr. K.V. RAMANA MURTHY KUDUMULA
Country India
Abstract This paper examines the burgeoning landscape of tribal entrepreneurship in Andhra Pradesh,focusing on the transformative role of digital technologies in fostering local development.Against the backdrop of historical socio-economic marginalisation, the study explores howdigital interventions are reshaping traditional livelihood patterns, creating new economicopportunities, and empowering tribal communities. Through a synthesis of existing literatureand analysis of governmental initiatives, this paper investigates the opportunities andchallenges associated with the digital transformation of tribal entrepreneurship. It criticallyassesses the impact of these changes on income generation, market access, and skilldevelopment, while also identifying the persistent structural barriers that inhibit the fullrealisation of digital dividends. The study proffers a comparative analysis of tribal developmentpolicies with other Indian states and concludes with actionable policy recommendations forfostering a more inclusive and sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystem for tribal communities inAndhra Pradesh.
Keywords Tribal Entrepreneurship, Digital Transformation, Local Development, Andhra Pradesh, Livelihood Diversification, Digital Inclusion, Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs)
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Published In Volume 7, Issue 4, July-August 2025
Published On 2025-08-14
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i04.53698
Short DOI https://doi.org/g9w7gv

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