Raipur, 11 March 2025: With the aim of keeping the unique tribal culture and traditions of Chhattisgarh alive, the grand event of “Bastar Pandum 2025” is starting from 12 March. In accordance with the wishes of Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai, through this event, an effort is being made to preserve the rich folk art, customs, traditional lifestyle and cultural heritage of Bastar division and to pass it on to the new generation. This festival will not only provide a platform to the talented artists of Bastar, but will also give new identity and encouragement to their art. The event will focus on 7 major genres. In “Bastar Pandum 2025”, competitions related to tribal dance, song, drama, musical instruments, traditional costumes and jewelry, craft-painting and tribal cuisine and traditional drinks will be organized. These competitions will be held in three phases. District level competition will be held from 12 to 20 March, district level competition from 21 to 23 March, division level competition will be held in Dantewada from 1 to 3 April. Special prizes and certificates will be awarded to the participants at each level. Grand display of folk art and traditions of Bastar
This festival will have a spectacular display of traditional dance styles, songs, customs, costumes, jewellery and traditional cuisine of Bastar. The performance of the contestants will be given marks on the basis of originality, traditionalism and presentation. Community leaders, public representatives and senior citizens will be invited as special guests in the event. A special committee has been formed to select the winners of the competition, which will include administrative officials as well as senior chiefs, priests and experienced artists of the tribal society. This will maintain transparency in the competition and will give justice to traditional folk art. Golden opportunity to preserve the culture of Bastar “Bastar Pandum 2025” is not just a festival, but an effort to preserve the glorious culture and traditions of Bastar and get them recognition on the global stage. This event is a golden opportunity for the artists of Bastar, so that they can preserve their art and traditions as well as create a new identity. This festival of keeping the precious heritage of Chhattisgarh alive will be an unforgettable experience for every citizen.
