{"id":18421,"date":"2026-01-31T17:04:35","date_gmt":"2026-01-31T11:34:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/?p=18421"},"modified":"2026-01-31T17:04:44","modified_gmt":"2026-01-31T11:34:44","slug":"ministry-of-tribal-affairs-hosts-reception-for-tribal-guests-invited-to-republic-day-celebrations-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/?p=18421","title":{"rendered":"Ministry of Tribal Affairs Hosts Reception for Tribal Guests Invited to Republic Day Celebrations 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Ministry of Tribal Affairs Hosts Reception for Tribal Guests Invited to Republic Day Celebrations 2026<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n


\n\u201cWelcomed by the Ministry, our Tribal Guests carry forward the spirit of today\u2019s India \u2014 returning to their communities as ambassadors of awareness, progress, and inclusive nation-building.\u201d \u2013 Hon\u2019ble Minister of Tribal Affairs, Shri Jual Oram<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

\u201cFor tribal communities, the forest is family and the river a lifeline \u2014 a bond with nature that defines their sustainability and resilience.\u201d – MoS, Tribal Affairs, Shri Durgadas Uikey<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Posted On: 30 JAN 2026 8:44PM by PIB Delhi<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
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The Ministry of Tribal Affairs hosted a special reception today in honour of 90 distinguished tribal guests from across the country who were invited to be part of the Republic Day Celebrations (RDC) 2026. The reception was hosted by the Hon\u2019ble Minister of Tribal Affairs along with the Hon\u2019ble Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, celebrating the vibrant cultural heritage, contributions, and national spirit of India\u2019s tribal communities. Organized under the visionary leadership of the Hon\u2019ble Prime Minister,\u00a0 the event reflects the Government\u2019s unwavering commitment to inclusive development and national participation.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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The tribal guests participated in a thoughtfully curated week-long programme in the national capital aimed at familiarizing them with India\u2019s democratic institutions, rich history, and cultural legacy. Upon arrival at Vishwa Yuvak Kendra, the guests were welcomed and attended a welcome meeting with the Joint Secretary of the Ministry. As part of the itinerary, the guests visited the Parliament House, gaining insight into the functioning of the world\u2019s largest democracy. They also explored the Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya and experienced the Museum Metro Train and metro ride, offering a glimpse into India\u2019s leadership journey and modern infrastructure.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

During the Republic Day celebrations, the guests witnessed the grand parade and paid homage at the National War Memorial. They attended the President\u2019s At Home function and participated in the Prime Minister\u2019s NCC Rally, reflecting the Government\u2019s commitment to inclusive national participation. The programme also included visits to the National Zoological Park and attendance at the Beating the Retreat ceremony, making their stay both memorable and enriching.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The reception featured a vibrant cultural programme with performances by tableau artists from five states – Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, and Odisha, showcasing the extraordinary diversity of India\u2019s traditional art forms.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Maharashtra presented the traditional\u00a0Sasan Kathi<\/em>\u00a0folk dance, associated with the sacred Jyotiba temple festival in Kolhapur, symbolizing devotion and collective celebration.<\/strong><\/span>
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  • Uttar Pradesh staged the dance drama \u201cRaktbeej,\u201d portraying Goddess Kali\u2019s victory over evil and the triumph of righteousness.<\/strong><\/span>
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    • Tamil Nadu showcased a dynamic all-women ensemble blending Bharatanatyam with Silambam, the ancient Tamil martial art, highlighting discipline, strength, and grace.<\/strong><\/span>
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    • Gujarat performed the vibrant\u00a0Dakla<\/em>\u00a0folk dance rooted in the Garba tradition, symbolizing feminine power and devotion to Goddess Durga.<\/strong><\/span>
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    • Odisha captivated the audience with an Odissi-based presentation of Lord Vishnu\u2019s Dashavatara, complemented by colourful folk dances and culminating in a stirring rendition of \u201cVande Mataram.\u201d<\/strong><\/span>
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      Certificates were distributed to the participating artists and guests in recognition of their contribution to the celebrations.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

      The initiative reflects the Government of India\u2019s continued commitment to promoting tribal pride, encouraging cultural exchange, and ensuring meaningful participation of tribal communities in national events. By bringing together representatives from diverse regions of the country, the Ministry reaffirmed its vision of unity in diversity and inclusive nation-building.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

      The reception concluded on a note of cultural harmony and shared national pride, leaving the guests with lasting memories of their participation in Republic Day Celebrations 2026.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

      Ministry of Tribal Affairs Hosts Reception for Tribal Guests Invited to Republic Day Celebrations 2026 \u201cWelcomed by the Ministry, our Tribal Guests carry forward the spirit of today\u2019s India \u2014 returning to their communities as ambassadors of awareness, progress, and inclusive nation-building.\u201d \u2013 Hon\u2019ble Minister of Tribal Affairs, Shri Jual Oram \u201cFor tribal communities, the …<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":18422,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-18421","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-education-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18421","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=18421"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18421\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":18424,"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18421\/revisions\/18424"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/18422"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=18421"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=18421"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=18421"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}