Pandum Festival

• The Bastar Pandum Festival was inaugurated by President Draupadi Murmu in Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh.

• Chhattisgarh Governor Ramen Deka and Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai were also present on the occasion.

• Divisional level competitions are being organized under the festival until February 9.

• During the festival, more than 700 artists from 84 teams will perform in twelve cultural genres.

• Performances will include tribal dances, handicrafts, traditional tribal cuisine, and indigenous musical instruments.

• The Bastar Pandum Festival offers a glimpse into the rich tribal culture of the Bastar region.

• This three-day tribal cultural festival showcases the indigenous heritage of Bastar.