The National Tribal Festival 2025 or ‘Aadi Mahotsav 2025’, began on February 16, 2025, and will continue until February 24, 2025, at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi. Inaugurated by President Droupadi Murmu, the event highlights the cultural heritage and economic contributions of India’s tribal communities. Read on to learn more about the National Tribal Festival 2025.
Aadi Mahotsav 2025 is organized by the Tribal Co-operative Marketing Development Federation of India Limited (TRIFED), under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. The event will showcase the work of more than 600 tribal artisans and 500 performing artists, offering a diverse range of traditional crafts, food, attire, jewelry, and cultural performances to celebrate these communities.
The National Tribal Festival 2025 is all set to provide a platform for tribal communities to highlight their heritage and for tribal entrepreneurs to engage with wider markets. It will allow them to sell their products directly to consumers, ensuring fair earnings. Here are key highlights of this festival:
National Tribal Festival 2025 Highlights |
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Also Known As |
Aadi Mahotsav |
Dates |
February 16 to February 24, 2025 |
Location |
Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, New Delhi |
Organizer |
Ministry of Tribal Affairs |
Objective |
To highlight and promote tribal heritage |
Inauguration |
Inaugurated by the President of India |
Participants |
Over 600 tribal artisans and 500 performing artists. |
Showcase |
Tribal art, music, dance, handlooms, handicrafts, and organic products |
Key Features |
Tribal handlooms & handicrafts, tribal art exhibition (Aadi Chitra), authentic tribal cuisines, cultural performances, live craft demonstrations, organic & natural tribal products |
PM JAN MAN Pavilion |
Showcase of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) and Van Dhan products highlighting cultural heritage and sustainable livelihoods |
Additional Activities |
Skill development training to artisans, workshops on social media utilization, and live demonstrations of crafting |
The National Tribal Festival, or Aadi Mahotsav 2025, is taking place from February 16 to February 24, 2025. This event will showcase:
The National Tribal Festival 2025 is being held at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi and entry to this event is free. The event aims to promote sustainable livelihood opportunities for India’s tribal communities, showcasing their culture and empowering them economically. It serves as a platform to highlight the importance of tribal populations in India’s growth.
The National Tribal Festival aims to empower tribal communities by celebrating their entrepreneurship, culture, and heritage. Here are the objectives of Aadi Mahotsav 2025:
National Tribal Festival 2025 is part of the government's ongoing initiatives to promote the welfare of Indigenous tribal communities in India. Here are several other initiatives of the government for tribal development:
Many more such initiatives are being implemented to ensure the holistic well-being of tribal communities.
In conclusion, the National Tribal Festival 2025 is an important initiative to promote the welfare and recognition of tribal communities in India. Through this event, the government aims to empower tribal artisans, enhance their livelihoods, and preserve their cultural heritage.
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