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MP CM Mohan Yadav Celebrates Tribal Culture at Bhagoria Festival in Alirajpur

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav participated in the Bhagoria festival in Alirajpur district, stating it symbolizes tribal culture, social affection, and traditional values. He emphasized that the depth of the festival can only be experienced through participation and assured the government's commitment to preserving tribal traditions. The week-long festival, held before Holi in western MP, is a major social gathering and celebration for the Bhil and Bhilala tribes. During his visit, CM Yadav also paid tribute to freedom fighter Chandrashekhar Azad and inaugurated development projects worth over Rs 180 crore.

Key Points: Bhagoria Festival: MP CM Mohan Yadav on Tribal Culture & Values

  • Festival reflects tribal identity & values
  • Govt committed to preserving traditions
  • Week-long celebration before Holi
  • Includes de-addiction campaign
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Bhagoria festival reflects affection and traditional values of tribals: MP CM

Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav participates in Bhagoria festival, highlighting tribal traditions, social affection, and government's commitment to preservation.

"Bhagoria festival symbolises tribal culture, social affection and traditional values - Mohan Yadav"

Alirajpur, Feb 27

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Friday that Bhagoria festival symbolises tribal culture, social affection and traditional values as well their deep feeling towards nature.

The Chief Minister made this statement after participating in the Bhagoria festival during his visit to Udaigarh town in Alirajpur district, one of the tribal dominated regions in Madhya Pradesh.

He added that the depth of this traditional festival can be experienced only by participating in it.

He said the event reflects the strong identity of tribal culture and the sensitive approach of the state government.

The Chief Minister reached the venue through a roadshow, where he received a warm welcome from the tribal artists and local people.

Dressed in colourful traditional attire, the artists, both men and women, performed traditional dance to welcome the chief guest.

Later, addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister assured that the state government is fully committed to the preservation and promotion of tribal traditions and is continuously encouraging such cultural events.

The Bhagoria festival is a week-long tribal celebration held in western Madhya Pradesh (Jhabua, Alirajpur, Khargone, Barwani, and Dhar) just before Holi, marking the start of spring and the harvest season.

During this major social gathering, where people buy goods for Holi, it serves as a traditional market and a celebration of love, culture, and music for the Bhil and Bhilala tribes.

The festival also incorporates a 'Nasha Mukti Abhiyan' (de-addiction campaign) in certain areas, encouraging participants to avoid substance abuse during the celebrations.

Before attending the Bhagoria festival, Chief Minister Yadav visited the Bhabra village, the birthplace of the legendary freedom fighter Chandrashekhar Azad on his 95th martyrdom day, and offered floral tribute to him.

At another event in Alirajpur, Chief Minister Yadav also performed the "bhoomi-pujan" and inaugurated various development projects in Chandrashekhar Azad Nagar worth more than Rs 180 crore.

- IANS

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Arjun K
Good to see the CM visiting Chandrashekhar Azad's birthplace on his martyrdom day. That's the real tribute - remembering our heroes. The festival part is fine, but hope the development projects worth 180 crore actually reach the people and aren't just for show.
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Sarah B
As someone who has visited Alirajpur, the Bhagoria festival is truly spectacular. The colors, the dances, the energy – it's a beautiful expression of community and season. More people should know about these indigenous celebrations beyond just Holi and Diwali.
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Rohit P
Preserving tribal culture is important, but it must go beyond festivals and photo-ops. What about their land rights, education, and healthcare? The government's "sensitive approach" should be measured by year-round action, not just pre-Holi visits.
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Meera T
The blend of celebrating a harvest festival, love, and a de-addiction campaign is so uniquely Indian and thoughtful. Our tribal communities have so much to teach us about living in harmony with nature and each other. Jai Adivasi samaj!
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Vikram M
A festival that marks spring, harvest, and includes a social message against substance abuse? That's the kind of tradition we need to promote nationally. Hope the media gives as much coverage to this as to political rallies.

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