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Guwahati: Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu confirmed a five-day tribal fair will hit Guwahati on November 10, 2027. The state also plans to open a dedicated tribal museum next year. These projects aim to boost cultural preservation and recognize indigenous contributions.
Pegu linked current tribal representation to national leadership. He noted that a tribal woman, Droupadi Murmu, currently holds the office of President of India. He said, "She attributed her elevation to the position to the support and generosity of Prime Minister Narendra Modi."
Education remains a top priority. India is pouring 25,000 crore rupees into Eklavya Model Residential Schools for tribal youth. Assam has 17 of these schools on the books. Eight are already open and running today.
The state also picked five winners for the 2026 Janjatiya Gaurav Awards. The list includes entrepreneur Kirat Brahma, theatre figure Pabitra Rabha, and artisans Puhin Daula and Mangal Singh Kro. Musician Dr. Gumthao Basumatary rounds out the group. Pegu announced these details on November 15 to outline the government's ongoing support for tribal communities.
Updated at 15th November 2026 at 9:49pm
Pegu also tackled land and forest issues during a November 15 session at Shilpgram in Guwahati. The minister participated in a workshop centered on Mission Basundhara 4.0 and the Forest Rights Act of 2006 as part of the Janjatiya Gaurav Divas events.
He met with tribal group leaders to hash out concerns regarding indigenous land claims and forest access. The sessions focused on spreading awareness about legal provisions that help families secure traditional rights over forest patches and handle state land services.
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