India, March 30 -- The Van Dhan Conclave, themed "Sustainable Livelihoods for Tribal India", was inaugurated today by Shri Durgadas Uikey, Hon'ble Minister of State for Tribal Affairs at Sunder Nursery, New Delhi, as part of the ongoing Bharat Tribes Fest 2026. The conclave was organized by TRIFED under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs.

On the occasion, the Minister visited various stalls at the Bharat Tribes Fest Bazaar and interacted with tribal artisans, appreciating their craftsmanship and encouraging them to expand their market reach while preserving India's rich tribal heritage.

Addressing the gathering, Shri Uikey stated that under the leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the Government remains committed to empo...