A grand confluence of tribal identity, cultural pride and social consciousness was witnessed on Sunday at the historic Red Fort grounds in the country's capital, Delhi, when thousands of tribal representatives, youth, social workers and people from traditional communities from across the country gathered on one platform at the National Tribal Cultural Conference organized on the occasion of the 150th birth anniversary of Lord Birsa Munda. Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah was present as the chief guest at this grand event organized by Janjati Suraksha Manch and Janjati Jagriti Samiti. The presence of Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai gave special significance to the event. Along with Chief Minister Shri Sai, Chhattisgarh Government Ministers Shri Kedar Kashyap and Shri Ramvichar Netam were also present. 

At the venue, Delhi Chief Minister Mrs. Rekha Gupta paid a courtesy call on Chief Minister Mr. Vishnudev Sai. Embellished with the historical backdrop of the Red Fort, traditional costumes, folk instruments, and the diverse colors of tribal culture, the event was not merely a cultural event but also a national message for the preservation of India's core cultural consciousness and tribal identity.

Chief Minister Shri Vishnudev Sai held cordial meetings with representatives and members of the tribal community from across the country. In his address, he stated that tribal communities are not only protectors of nature, but also the most ancient and vibrant manifestation of India's cultural soul. He stated that for centuries, tribal communities have protected water, forests, and land, maintaining a balance between nature and human life. Today, when the entire world is grappling with the challenges of environmental crisis and unbalanced development, tribal life philosophy can show humanity the path to sustainable and nature-friendly development. The Chief Minister stated that tribal communities have lived a life of coexistence and balance with nature for centuries, and that their culture and traditions are India's invaluable heritage.

Chief Minister Shri Sai stated that Chhattisgarh's identity is deeply intertwined with its rich tribal culture. Approximately 44 percent of Chhattisgarh's land area is covered in forests, which not only symbolize natural wealth but also serve as a vibrant foundation of tribal life, culture, and tradition. He stated that the tribal community's contribution, from the freedom movement to nation-building, has been incomparable. Great heroes like Bhagwan Birsa Munda and Chhattisgarh's immortal martyr Veer Narayan Singh have created a unique history of struggle, courage, and sacrifice to protect their culture, self-respect, and rights, which is a source of inspiration for the new generation.