Aadi Mahotsav 2023: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated 'Aadi Mahotsav', the mega National Tribal Festival today (February 16), at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in Delhi.
"21st century's India is walking on mantra of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas'. Now, Government goes from Delhi to meet that which was considered far away. That which considered itself far away is now being brought to mainstream," PM Modi at the mega National Tribal Festival.
"In the last 8-9 years, events like Aadi Mahotsav that are connected to the tribal community have become a campaign for the country. I myself become a part of several such programmes. The tribal community's welfare is also a matter of personal relations and sentiments for me," PM added.
The Prime Minister has been at the forefront of taking steps for the welfare of the tribal population of the country while also according to due respect to their contribution to the growth and development of the country.
The Aadi Mahotsav, which celebrates the spirit of tribal culture, crafts, cuisine, commerce and traditional art, is an annual initiative of the Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation Limited (TRIFED) under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
Purpose of Aadi Mahotsav 2023:
This year, it is being organised from February 16 to 27 at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in Delhi. The programme will showcase the rich and diverse heritage of tribes from across the country in over 200 stalls at the venue.
Around 1,000 tribal artisans will participate in the Mahotsav. Since 2023 is being celebrated as the International Year of Millets, along with usual attractions like handicrafts, handloom, pottery, jewellery etc., a special focus in the Mahotsav will be on showcasing Shree Anna grown by tribals.
(With agencies inputs)
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