Bhubaneswar, Feb. 5 -- The State-Level Adivasi Mela 2026 concluded on Thursday after an eventful 11-day run, attracting over 10 lakh visitors and generating business worth more than Rs.4.22 crore.
The mela not only celebrated tribal heritage but also served as a significant platform for promoting tribal products, craftsmanship, and livelihoods.
At the valedictory ceremony, STSC Development, Minority & Backward Classes Welfare Minister Nityananda Gond praised the success of the mela and reaffirmed the State Government's commitment to tribal development in partnership with the Central Government.
He emphasised that the mela reflects the Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "Vocal for Local" vision by showcasing tribal products, traditional huts ...