Tribal Genome Sequencing Project

Published on 12 Nov 2025

• Gujarat has recently become the first Indian State to launch a genome sequencing initiative focused exclusively on tribal communities.

• The project, titled “Creation of Reference Genome Database for Tribal Population in Gujarat”, is being implemented by the Gujarat Biotechnology Research Centre (GBRC)..

• The Project was announced with the aim of identifying genetic health risks and enabling precision healthcare for tribal populations. 

• The initiative will sequence the genomes of 2,000 individuals from tribal communities across 17 districts in the State.

• The initiative will focus on early detection and targeted treatment of genetic disorders such as sickle cell anaemia, thalassaemia, and certain hereditary cancers.

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Tribal Genome Sequencing Project Gujarat Tribals Biotechnology genome sequencing Genetic diseases