Art & Culture

On Kartik Purnima, which falls on November 5 this year, the Santhal heartland will converge at Luguburu Hill for ritual, renewal and rising devotion. What began as a local centre of Santhal faith has today become a State-recognised festival and a magnet for tens of thousands of devotees. [...]

Also known as ‘Togetherness Forever’, Mongmong is a vital six-day harvest festival celebrated by the Sangtam tribe of the northeastern State, steeped in ritual, gratitude, and community renewal. The Indian Tribal finds out more about it

It is more than worship; it is a celebration of life, youth, nature, and the eternal bond between humans and the forests that nurture them. From Jharkhand to Chhattisgarh, the sacred festival unites tribes in song, dance, and devotion to nature. The Indian Tribal reports

In Koraput’s remote hamlets, generations of Sunari artisans continue to craft traditional jewelry for the Bhotara tribe—without support, recognition, or market linkage. Niroj Ranjan Misra writes about this disappearing legacy

The fest aims to celebrate, preserve and promote tribal cultures by showcasing films that highlight the Scheduled Tribe community’s stories, traditions and contemporary issues. The Indian Tribal reports

From juicy flowers bursting with flavours to drying and ending up as an intoxicating brew in bottles as liquor, Mahua’s story is deep, beyond ornamentation and intrinsic to tribal culture, writes Deepanwita Gita Niyogi

While nearly 40 Santali jatra troupes were alive more than two decades ago, only about 15 in Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar and Balasore districts still fight on. Niroj Ranjan Misra delves deep into the concerning issue

Despite extended spells of lows, he has been for over five decades now enthralling audiences with his unique and innovative techniques in operating his 300-odd puppets. Sadly, his kitty is still empty of honours. Niroj Ranjan Misra sheds light on the talented, unrewarded puppeteer

Constructing a Gudi (memory/deceased pillar) is a tradition in the Maria, Muria and Gond tribes of Bastar and Dantewada in Chhattisgarh. Tribal researcher Prof. Ramya sheds light on their unique practice and the different types of Gudis

With 40 crore devotees from across the globe set to descend on Prayagraj to immerse in a once-in-a-lifetime-experience at the Maha Kumbh, the Union Culture Ministry has made grand plans to showcase India’s rich cultural diversity and heritage. The Indian Tribal reports