Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated fortnight long Adivasi Mela-2014 at the Exhibition Ground here in presence of ST & SC Development (SSD) Minister lal Bihari Himirika and department Secretary Sanjeeb Kumar Mishra.
A total of twelve tribal groups would showcase and sell their art and craft during the State level mela and cultural festival. Eminent tribal artists would present traditional dance, song and drama every evening to entertain the visitors. As many as 125 tribal dance forms would be presented, said SSD Secretary Mishra.
Mishra said an elaborate security arrangement has been made at the exhibition venue for the safety of the visitors. At least two watch towers and 16 CC TV cameras have been set up to keep a vigil on the entire ground. As many as 175 stalls have been put up in the fair ground. While 29 stalls in the village clusters throw light on the houses, way of living, house hold articles and traditions of the tribal people, 32 stalls sell various tribal and forest products.