Adivasi Mela celebrations to be subdued this year
While the state govt had initially planned an elaborate celebration across all districts and few other states too, concerned officials on Tuesday said the format will no longer be spread over three days.
"Just a symbolic event may take place, but all works related to it has been halted now," said a source in IPRD department. This year's theme, "Indigenous Peoples and AI: Defending Rights, Shaping Futures," focuses on tribal self-reliance and cultural pride.
"In light of the passing of Shibu Soren ji, we are reviewing public events and performances to ensure they reflect the mood of the state. Even if the event takes place, it will be low-key now," said an IPRD official.
Meanwhile, at Deoghar's Shravani Mela, the drone and laser light show intended to visually depict the spiritual and cultural history of Baba Baidyanath Dham has also been postponed, informed IPRD officials.
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