Tribal art flourishes in Delhi! Artworks worth ₹1.25 crore sold in 12 days; Great closing of Tribes Art Fest

The 12-day Tribes Art Fest 2026 organized by the Ministry of Tribes in the country’s capital New Delhi has concluded. This concluding program was organized at Travancore Palace, New Delhi. Tribal artists, contemporary artists, cultural groups, students and art lovers from across the country enthusiastically participated in this 12-day long festival.

The event’s exhibition was attended by over 10,000 visitors, reflecting the growing public interest and appreciation for India’s rich tribal art traditions. The festival became a powerful platform for art collaboration, cultural exchange and public participation, showcasing more than 30 tribal art forms, 70 tribal artists and more than 1,000 artefacts.

The festival also organized hands-on workshops, live art demonstrations and interactive sessions, giving visitors an opportunity to understand and connect with tribal arts and traditions. Traditional music and dance performed by tribal groups from different regions of the country also made the event culturally rich.

Who was present in the program?

The closing ceremony began with the arrival of the distinguished guests and inspection of the exhibition, followed by the presentation of the national song Vande Mataram. Jual Oram, Union Tribal Affairs Minister was present as the chief guest in the program. Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and senior officials of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs were also present.

What did the guests say in the program?

Tribes Ministry Secretary Ranjana Chopra said, this has indeed proved to be a successful experiment. By bringing together the art gallery ecosystem, corporate buyers and institutional partnerships, we have created a platform that not only showcases tribal art, but also directly empowers the livelihoods of the artists.

On this occasion, Minister Durgadas Uike said that tribal art reflects the deep and natural connection of tribal communities with nature, culture and traditions. He said that these artistic expressions are not merely aesthetic creations, but are deeply linked to the daily life, beliefs and collective memories of the tribal society.

This program reduced cultural distances – Rekha Gupta

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta lauded the efforts of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs and said that such initiatives provide an important platform for artists from different parts of the country to showcase their art and culture in the national capital. He said that such programs play an important role in bringing forward the vibrant traditions and diverse cultural heritage of India.

He further said that such platforms bring to the fore the creativity, art and cultural heritage of the tribal communities of India as well as provide an opportunity to citizens and visitors to experience these art forms up close. Such platforms help bridge cultural gaps by connecting artists directly with audiences, art lovers and collectors.

Sales of more than Rs 1 crore

This 12-day long festival in Delhi achieved an important milestone in the promotion of tribal artists and their art. During this period, direct sales of more than ₹1.25 crore were recorded with more than 800 artefacts being sold. This not only provided strong financial support to the artists, but also strengthened their identity and visibility in the contemporary art world.