An 11-day long exhibition Aadi Bazaar has been inaugurated at the Statue of Unity in Kevadia, Gujarat to celebrate the spirit of Tribal Culture and Cuisine.
The Aadi Bazaar will feature an exhibition-cum-sale of tribal handicrafts, art, paintings, fabric, jewelry from across 10 states of the country. It will have more than 100 stalls and will represent more than 10 states from across the country.
The Aadi Bazaar is an initiative that helps enable the economic welfare of these communities and bring them closer to mainstream development.
Speaking on the occasion, Smt. Nimishaben Suthar, Minister of State for Tribal Development in Gujarat said, “It was primarily due to the efforts of Bharat Ratna Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, India’s First Deputy Prime Minister, that India exists in a unified manner.
It was therefore one of his main aspirations for the country to be inclusive and united. This great monument, the tallest statue in the world, is a testament to the values – national, spiritual, and cultural – that Sardar Patel espoused and stood by.
Moreover, this district is primarily a tribal area. I am very happy to note that an Aadi Bazaar- a celebration of tribal life, culture, and customs – will take place in this tribal dominant area and lead to all-around development. I wish you all the best.”
“I am happy that TRIFED is continuing its endeavor in enhancing the livelihoods of tribals of India. The Aadi Bazaar will help disseminate tribal culture from across the country to a larger audience.
This being a bustling and international tourist attraction will aid in this event is a success.” Shri Ramsinh Rathwa, Chairman TRIFED, said during the inauguration
One may recall that another Aadi Bazaar at SAIL Exhibition Ground, Rourkela, Odisha will be held between 30th March and 8th April 2022.
These Aadi Bazaars which represent the basic ethos of tribal life are a part of TRIFED’s intensified efforts to improve the livelihoods of the underprivileged tribals, who have been majorly impacted in the past two years.