TFP Bureau, Raipur, November 15, 2024: The two-day Inter-State Tribal Folk Dance Festival and Tribal Pride Day concluded on a high note at the Science College Ground in Raipur. Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai attended the vibrant closing ceremony, where tribal dance troupes from across the country showcased mesmerizing performances that celebrated India’s diverse cultural heritage.
The event brought together tribal and folk artists from Himachal Pradesh, Tripura, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Uttarakhand, and Chhattisgarh. Among the highlights was the enchanting Hojagiri dance by the Bru Riang tribal community of Tripura. Young women performed with remarkable precision, balancing bottles on their heads, earning thunderous applause from the audience.
Artists from Himachal Pradesh performed the Kayang dance, weaving their arms into garland-like formations, a visual representation of unity and grace. Meghalaya’s Garo community presented a spirited dance honoring Misi Saljong, their harvest deity, accompanied by the resonant sounds of traditional instruments.
The festival also showcased the war-inspired Mizo dance by Mizoram’s tribal groups, depicting the valor and victory of warriors protecting their villages. Uttarakhand’s Hati tribal artists performed the Harul dance, narrating tales of courage, gods, and tribal traditions from the Jaunsar-Bawar and Chakrata regions. Folk artists from Chhattisgarh added local flavor with performances of the state’s cherished dances.
On the inaugural day, the festival featured a kaleidoscope of folk dances, including Chakos Tangnam by Sikkim’s Limbu tribe, Siddhi Goma from Gujarat, Gaur Madia from Chhattisgarh, and Tarpa from Daman and Diu, among others. Each performance celebrated the unique traditions and stories of India’s tribal communities, uniting audiences in appreciation of the nation’s rich cultural mosaic.
The festival, marked by its grandeur and cultural depth, reaffirmed the importance of preserving and promoting tribal art and heritage, leaving attendees spellbound and inspired.
