Harmony through art: India’s tribal legacy

India’s commitment to environmental conservation is strongly reflected in its development path, as highlighted by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. During his speech at the tribal art exhibition ‘Silent Conversation: From the Margins to the Centre’ in Delhi, he praised tribal communities for their crucial role in protecting biodiversity.

The exhibition, organized by the Sankala Foundation and other prominent environmental bodies, accentuates the significant involvement of tribal populations in cultivating relationships between humanity and nature. Jaishankar praised these efforts, calling them creative and a deep narrative that unites humans and nature.

Reflecting the government’s ‘Antyodaya’ philosophy, the minister emphasized continued efforts to uplift marginalized communities, with a strong focus on education and sustainable livelihoods for tribal youth. The exhibition highlights themes of environmental conservation and sustainable living practices inherent to India’s cultural ethos.

(With input from agencies.)