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Detailed explanation-1: -New Delhi: Arjun Munda, Union Minister for Tribal Affairs, launched the virtual edition of Aadi Mahotsav-Madhya Pradesh today. The 10-day long festival, commencing on December 1, 2020, is being hosted on the Tribes India website(www.tribesindia.com).

Detailed explanation-2: -The Aadi Mahotsav, organised by TRIFED and the Ministry of Tribal Affairs not only provides an opportunity to expand tribal commerce but also ensures that tribal craft, cuisine and other traditions are maintained.

Detailed explanation-3: -During the event, Sukhram Munda remembered the sacrifice and contributions of Bhagwan Birsa Munda. He noted that, his grandfather united the tribals in forest and fought for independence. On the occasion, olympic medalist Padma Vibhushan MC Mary Kom was selected as brand ambassador of the TRIFED Aadi Mahotsav.

Detailed explanation-4: -The 11-day long festival will feature an exhibition-cum-sale of tribal handicrafts, art, paintings, fabric, jewellery from across 10 states of the country. Another Aadi Bazaar at SAIL Exhibition Ground, Rourkela, Odisha will be held between 30th March and 8th April, 2022.