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Development and Welfare Board for De-Notified Nomadic and Semi Nomadic Communities (DWBDNC)

The Development and Welfare Board for De-notified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Communities (DWBDNC) was constituted on February 21, 2019, to address the unique needs of marginalized communities in India.

2019

Established

New Delhi

Headquarters

35 across India

Regional Offices

About the Commission

The Development and Welfare Board for De-notified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Communities (DWBDNC) was constituted on February 21, 2019, to address the unique needs of marginalized communities in India. Historically, these communities faced exclusion and marginalization, including being labeled under the Criminal Tribes Act of 1871. Following the repeal of this Act, DWBDNC continues the government’s efforts towards their rehabilitation and empowerment. We focus on addressing the challenges faced by these communities. Our mission is to provide support and services, promoting social and economic empowerment, and ensuring these communities receive the support they deserve. 

Leadership & Organisation

The Commission comprises a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson and other Members supported by a Secretariat and specialised wings (Service Safeguards, Development & Welfare, Investigation & Grievance).

Shri Dr. Virendra Kumar
Union Minister
Shri Ramdas Athawale
Minister of State
Shri B L Verma
Minister of State

National Initiatives & Schemes

Scheme Housing DWBDNC Apply Now About the Scheme Beneficiaries: All DNT persons looking for support to build housing. Benefits & Financial Assistance Housing Support is…
Scheme Healthcare DWBDNC Apply Now About the Scheme Beneficiaries: All eligible citizens under the Ayushman Bharat scheme Eligibility Applicant Must be of DNT community Criteria…
Scheme Education DNT DWBDNC Ensuring access to quality residential education for meritorious Scheduled Caste students in top schools across India. Apply Now About the Scheme…
Scheme Livelihood DWBDNC Ensuring access to quality residential education for meritorious Scheduled Caste students in top schools across India. Apply Now About the Scheme The…

Reports

Idate Commission Report 2017
22 Nov 2025
Type: Annual Reports • File: PDF (25.23 MB)
Renke Commission Report
22 Nov 2025
Type: Annual Reports • File: PDF (1.02 MB)

Resources

State Governments and their Important Links related to DNCs
22 Nov 2025
Type: Resources • File: PDF (0.08 MB)
State Wise DNT Office
22 Nov 2025
Type: Resources • File: PDF (0.13 MB)
SEED Scheme Guidelines in English
22 Nov 2025
Type: Resources • File: PDF (2.32 MB)
DNT NT and SNT Communities List Statewise
22 Nov 2025
Type: Resources • File: PDF (6.07 MB)

Contact

Postal Address

Office Address Office Address Google Map
2nd Floor, Wing 2, West Block-8,
Sector-1, R. K. Puram,
New Delhi – 110066

Phone: +91-11-20867719
Email
dwbdnc-msje[at]gov[dot]in