NATIONAL TRIBAL DANCE FESTIVAL

Chhattisgarh offers a plethora of opportunities for tourists with its stunning tourist attractions, vibrant culture, and authentic crafts deeply rooted in rich traditions. The state has made a mark in the domestic tourism sector and is recognized as a promising destination for inbound tourism. With 44% forest cover and 32% tribal population, Chhattisgarh is ideal for Eco-tourism, Ethnic-tourism, Adventure tourism, and Cultural tourism. The inaugural National Tribal Dance Festival in 2019 brought together tribal communities from 25 states in India, 6 countries, and attracted 100,000 attendees. Organized by the Chhattisgarh Tourism Board and Culture Department, the festival showcases artists from diverse tribal communities worldwide, along with Indian dance groups from various regions. The festival aims to celebrate the uniqueness of tribal culture, highlight the diversity of tribal life, and preserve tribal traditions and values. Visitors can also indulge in tribal cuisine, explore tribal fashion markets, and purchase handmade tribal crafts. Culture and art serve as a bridge to understand different religions, castes, and groups, bringing tribal and aboriginal communities into the global spotlight. The festival provides a platform to share cultural values, traditions, and rich heritage of tribal communities with the world, offering a unique opportunity to witness Indian and international tribes showcasing their culture and roots in one place.