President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu on Friday inaugurated the Bastar Pandum 2026 at Jagdalpur in Chhattisgarh, describing the festival as a living expression of the region’s deep-rooted cultural values and its celebration of everyday life. Addressing a large gathering, the President said Bastar’s people view every phase of nature…
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“Adi Vaani App Launched to Preserve Tribal Tongues”
New Delhi: The Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs has launched the beta version of the Adi Vaani mobile application to digitally preserve tribal languages and knowledge, but no specific outreach or assessment has yet been undertaken in Kerala, the Lok Sabha was informed. Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs…
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Ministry Welcomes Tribal Delegates on Republic-Day 2026
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs hosted a grand reception today in honour of 90 distinguished tribal guests from across India, invited to participate in the Republic Day Celebrations (RDC) 2026. The event, led by Shri Jual Oram, Hon’ble Minister of Tribal Affairs, and Shri Durgadas Uikey, MoS Tribal Affairs, highlighted…
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President Murmu Graces Kartik Jatra at Gumla, Highlights Tribal Legacy
The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, on Tuesday graced and addressed the Antarrajyiy Jansanskritik Samagam Samaroh – Kartik Jatra at Gumla in Jharkhand, underlining the importance of preserving tribal heritage while embracing modern development. The cultural gathering brought together representatives of tribal communities from across states, celebrating shared traditions,…
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President Droupadi Murmu to Visit Goa, Karnataka, Jharkhand Dec 27–30
President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu will undertake a four-day official visit to Goa, Karnataka and Jharkhand from December 27 to December 30, 2025, as part of a packed itinerary that spans defence preparedness, cultural heritage and higher education. The visit underscores the President’s engagement with diverse regions and institutions…
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Visakhapatnam Hosts PESA Mahotsav Celebrations on 23–24 Dec
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh is set to host the grand PESA Mahotsav on 23rd and 24th December 2025, commemorating the enactment of the Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996 (PESA). The event, themed “Utsav Lok Sanskriti Ka”, will witness the participation of nearly 2,000 delegates from all ten PESA States,…
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Govt Defines EMRS Expansion Rules in Bihar
The Government of India has clarified the status and expansion of Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) in Bihar, outlining the population-based criteria that determine where new schools can be established. The clarification follows questions raised about the absence of EMRS in districts such as Bhagalpur, Purnia, Banka and Munger. According…
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NESTS Concludes GI-Tagged Tribal Art Workshop & Exhibition
The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), Ministry of Tribal Affairs, successfully concluded the three-day National Level GI-Tagged Tribal Art Workshop & Exhibition – Cultural Extravaganza at IGNCA, New Delhi, held from 24–26 November 2025. The event gathered 139 EMRS students, 34 Art & Music teachers, and 10 nationally…
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Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada: Celebrating Birsa Munda
As part of the Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada, running from 1–15 November 2025, India commemorates the 150th birth anniversary of Dharti Aaba Bhagwan Birsa Munda. Across the nation, cultural, educational, and awareness activities are highlighting tribal heritage, unity, and empowerment, reflecting the country’s deep respect for its indigenous communities. Nationwide…
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NESTS Unveils GI-Tagged Tribal Painting Album & Diaries
New Delhi: The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) today unveiled a series of initiatives to promote tribal education and cultural heritage at its headquarters in New Delhi. Shri Vibhu Nayar, Secretary of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, released a GI-Tagged Tribal Painting Album titled Canvas of Tribal Culture,…