Historic tribal gathering in Jamshedpur features 253 tribes showcasing art, healing, cuisine
Key Points:
351 nagadas to honor Birsa Munda as Samvaad enters second decade
117 artisans from 28 tribes to showcase 31 art forms at Gopal Maidan
183 tribal healers from 38 tribes to share traditional medicinal knowledge
JAMSHEDPUR – The tenth edition of Samvaad, India’s premier tribal identity celebration, is set to commence from November 15-19, 2024, at Gopal Maidan.
The festival will begin with a tribute to Dharti Aaba Birsa Munda through the resonating sounds of 351 nagadas, representing diverse tribal traditions.
This milestone year marks Samvaad’s entry into its second decade of celebrating tribal heritage.
Detailed Program Schedule
|
Date |
Time |
Program |
Venue |
|
Nov 15 |
9:30 AM – 1:00 PM |
Artbeat of a Tribe – Opening Ceremony |
Gopal Maidan |
|
Nov 15 |
6:00 PM – 9:30 PM |
Cultural Performances by Konyak Naga, Abuj Maria, Bodo & Tamang tribes |
Celebration Stage |
|
Nov 16 |
9:30 AM – 1:00 PM |
(M)Art? Traditional Art Exhibition |
Johar Haat |
|
Nov 16 |
2:30 PM – 5:00 PM |
Tribal Cinema Discussion |
TSF Community Centre |
|
Nov 16 |
6:00 PM – 9:30 PM |
Samvaad X Hornbill Performances |
Celebration Stage |
|
Nov 17 |
8:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
Bha(a)vishya – Future Perspectives |
Nature Trail |
|
Nov 17 |
6:00 PM – 9:30 PM |
Rhythms of the Earth Performance |
Celebration Stage |
|
Nov 18 |
9:00 AM – 1:30 PM |
Human Pharmacopeia |
Tribal Culture Centre |
|
Nov 18 |
2:30 PM – 5:00 PM |
Tribal Filmmaking Workshop |
TSF Community Centre |
|
Nov 19 |
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM |
Horizons of Heritage |
Tribal Culture Centre |
|
Nov 19 |
2:30 PM |
Declaration of Samvaad Fellows 2024 |
Main Stage |
Daily Ongoing Activities
|
Activity |
Time |
Location |
|
Tribal Art Exhibition |
4:00 PM – 9:30 PM |
Johar Haat |
|
Healing Practices |
4:00 PM – 9:30 PM |
Wellness Zone |
|
Tribal Cuisine Festival |
6:00 PM – 9:30 PM |
Food Court |
|
Handicraft Demonstrations |
10:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
Craft Zone |
Event Participation Statistics
|
Category |
Numbers |
|
Total Participating Tribes |
253 out of 705 |
|
Artisans Present |
117 |
|
Art Forms Featured |
31 |
|
Tribal Healers |
183 |
|
Participating Tribes in Healing |
38 |
|
Tribal Cuisines |
100+ recipes |
|
Food Representing Tribes |
30 |
Cultural Performances and Activities
The festival features performances by multiple tribal groups including Konyak Naga, Abuj Maria, Bodo, and Tamang tribes.
The musical lineup includes the renowned Tetseo Sisters and a Nagpuri musical band led by Nitesh Kachhap.
Venue Infrastructure
|
Facility Type |
Number |
Purpose |
|
Total Stalls |
45 |
Arts and Crafts Display |
|
New Stalls |
19 |
First-time Tribal Participants |
|
Healing Stalls |
31 |
Traditional Medicine |
|
Food Kiosks |
8 |
Including Experience Zone |
Innovation in Traditional Cuisine
Dr. Meena Murmu, head of the tribal culinary division, states, “This year’s addition of 40 new home cooks represents our commitment to preserving and promoting tribal culinary heritage.”
The festival will showcase fusion dishes incorporating medicinal herbs in the special hospitality zone.
Digital Integration
Visitors can order traditional tribal dishes through Zomato’s ‘Menu of the Day’ feature throughout the festival period.
The ‘Rhythms of the Earth’ collective, comprising 75 tribal musicians, will unveil their second album in collaboration with Ladakh-based band ‘Da Shugs’.
