Highlights of the Summit
Janjati melodies & dance
Cultural evenings will feature Parab Dance, Dewar Kama Dance, Gedi Dance, Panthi Dance, and performances by the Chhattisgarh Folk Band, celebrating nature through rhythm and movement.
Eco-Expressions: Face Painting & Godna
A vibrant showcase of symbolic face painting with natural pigments and live demonstrations of Janjati tattoo traditions—celebrating biodiversity, climate resilience, and janjati identity through art
Traditional Cuisine Pavilion
Women-led stalls will offer ethnic Chhattisgarhi foods rooted in janjati fermentation and plant-based diets, reflecting the region’s deep ecological knowledge.
Performance Art – Art in Action
Fine Arts students will stage thought-provoking live acts on climate change, pollution, and sustainability. Featured pieces like Recycle Me and Water is Life use movement and visual metaphors to spark environmental dialogue.
Folklore Storytelling
Oral traditions and folktales will explore nature’s spiritual role in janjati life, portraying animals and plants as symbols of wisdom and interconnectedness.
Traditional Instrumental Recital
Traditional instruments like dhapra, nishan, nagara, tudburi, mohri-shehnai, mandar will be showcased during the Summit.
Walk the Green Wisdom Path
An Interactive Eco-Learning Trail
From medicinal plants and millets to recycling corners and Janjati knowledge hubs, this guided trail invites visitors to engage with various eco-themed zones across the Summit venue. At each stop, complete a short activity, collect a stamp in your Green Trail Passport, and earn a meaningful eco-reward.
Highlights:
• Quick, hands-on tasks at each station
• Stamp collection for active participation
• Eco-friendly souvenirs on completion
• Student volunteers guiding the journey
Theme: Walk. Learn. Sustain.
Art Walk – Nature in Motion
Janjati artists and students will present live demonstrations of nature-inspired art forms, including wildlife painting, tattoo art, and eco-friendly crafts. Visitors can engage in hands-on activities and explore a dedicated pavilion showcasing sustainable janjati artistry.
Open-Air Live Performances
Evening showcases will feature janjatidances, instrumental recitals, and storytelling—highlighting Madiya Mor Nritya, Gedi Nritya, Kaksar Nritya, Karma Nritya, Madi Karma Nritya, and dramatic performances.
Muria Painting Installation
A special installation will honor Bastar’s Muria painting tradition, blending janjati motifs with contemporary ecological themes to celebrate janjati wisdom.
Green Enterprises Zone
A curated space for local eco-entrepreneurs to present sustainable products, innovations, and services that promote green living and market access.
“Prakriti” Installation Workshop – Reimagining Waste as Wonder
Prakriti is a hands-on eco-art workshop where students, artists, and communities transform waste into large-scale installations using plastic, e-waste, textiles, and more. Hosted at Pandit Ravishankar Shukla University, this permanent exhibit symbolizes creative circularity and the Summit’s commitment to sustainability.
Stalls & Live Looms
Master artisans will exhibit and sell eco-friendly crafts including Bell Metal, Iron, Wood, and Clay works. Live demonstrations will showcase traditional techniques and sustainable practices.
