Governor Highlights Rich Tribal Culture on Indigenous Peoples Day

Jharkhand Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar emphasized the importance of preserving Adivasi culture during a function at Ranchi Women's College. He lauded the tribal traditions, including the absence of dowry in marriages, and stressed the need for greater awareness of education and government welfare schemes among tribal communities.

Jharkhand Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar, on Thursday, spoke passionately about the significance of preserving Adivasi culture, referring to it as more than just a word but a deeply ingrained way of life.

Addressing reporters after a function at Ranchi Women's College on International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples, he highlighted the absence of dowry in tribal marriages as a commendable practice worth emulating.

Governor Gangwar noted that tribal communities form a significant portion of Jharkhand's demographic, with the government implementing various welfare schemes for their development. He urged the tribal population to be more conscious of educational opportunities, underlining that knowledge is crucial for socio-economic progress.

(With inputs from agencies.)