Jharkhand Celebrates Tribal Heritage at Adivasi Mahotsav 2024

CM Soren highlights tribal struggles for rights and cultural preservation

Jharkhand’s rich tribal culture and history take center stage at the Adivasi Mahotsav 2024 in Ranchi.

RANCHI – Chief Minister Hemant Soren inaugurated the ‘Adivasi Mahotsav-2024’ in Ranchi, emphasizing the tribal community’s long struggle for their rights and cultural preservation.

The festival coincides with the International Day of the World’s Indigenous People.

Soren stressed the urgent need to protect tribal culture, tradition, land, and forest resources.

"Tribals here have shown their struggle to the world. I am proud to be born in Jharkhand, known as the land of brave people like Bhagwan Birsa Munda," Soren stated during the launch ceremony.

The Chief Minister highlighted the inherited struggle of Jharkhand’s tribals in protecting their civilization, culture, and natural resources.

Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar jointly launched the program with Soren, calling for the implementation of the PESA Act to ensure tribal rights.

The two-day festival, held at Bhagwan Birsa Munda Memorial Park cum Museum, showcases diverse tribal art, culture, and traditions.

Over 250 community forest rights leases, covering 73,583 acres, were distributed to representatives from various districts.

Men and women from 32 tribes, including Asur, Baiga, Birhor, and Santhal, participated in a traditional rally.

The event features tribal artists from Mizoram, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tripura, and Chhattisgarh.

Twelve books were unveiled during the festival, which also includes a tribal book fair.

Firecracker and laser shows have become popular attractions at the Mahotsav.

"It’s time to give the exploited indigenous people their due rights," Soren emphasized, addressing historical injustices.