India, Feb. 16 -- Indian President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the National Tribal Festival 'Aadi Mahotsav' in New Delhi on Sunday and said the event will highlight and promote tribal heritage.

"Such festivals provide a great opportunity for the entrepreneurs, artisans, and artists of the tribal society to connect with the market," Murmu said.

The President said that the crafts, food, dress and jewellery, medical practices, household equipment, and sports of the tribal society are the precious heritage of our country.

"At the same time, they are also modern and scientific because they show a natural harmony with nature and the ideals of a sustainable lifestyle," she said.

The Tribal Development Budget has increased five times to about ...