Doonites Enjoy Electrifying Performances by Rohit Chauhan & Jitendra Tomkyal
Dehradun: The Uttarakhand State Tribal Mahotsav 2025 concluded on a grand note at Parade Ground, Dehradun, with a mesmerizing musical evening featuring renowned folk singers Rohit Chauhan and Jitendra Tomkyal. Their soulful performances, featuring popular folk songs of Uttarakhand, had the audience dancing with enthusiasm, marking a cultural end to the vibrant three-day festival.
The Chief Guest for the concluding ceremony was Cabinet Minister Ganesh Joshi, while the Special Guest on the occasion was Chairman District Panchayat Madhu Chauhan. The event was chaired by MLA Rajpur Khajan Dass.
The festival, organized by the State Tribal Research Cum Cultural Centre, aimed to promote tribal culture, provide a platform for artisans, and create a sense of pride and unity among tribal communities. The event witnessed participation from tribal groups of Uttarakhand as well as from seven other states, who showcased their traditional dance forms, crafts, and cuisine.
Reflecting on the significance of the Mahotsav, Ganesh Joshi stated, “The development of the tribal community is essential for the overall progress of the nation. I appreciate the efforts of our Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, for introducing various schemes that empower and uplift the tribal communities. Organizing such programs is crucial to preserving and promoting their rich cultural heritage. Under the leadership of our young and dynamic Chief Minister, Pushkar Singh Dhami, Uttarakhand has undertaken several historic initiatives. One of the most remarkable achievements under his leadership has been the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), making Uttarakhand the first state in the country to do so.”
He added, “This Janjateeya Mahotsav has been growing and evolving each year, becoming bigger and better with every edition. The increasing participation and enthusiasm reflect the deep-rooted pride in our tribal culture and the success of such initiatives in bringing communities together.”
Adding to the celebratory atmosphere, Rohit Chauhan and Jitendra Tomkyal enthralled the audience with their melodious renditions of folk classics such as ‘Meri Basanti’, ‘Reshami Rumal’, ‘Dhana’, and ‘Chalia’ drawing loud cheers and applause from the crowd.
Throughout the day, cultural festivities continued in full swing, with performances of traditional tribal dances, craft exhibitions, and food stalls offering indigenous delicacies. Artists and performers from across the participating states brought a unique blend of cultural heritage to the festival, making it a truly enriching experience.
Expressing his delight, Coordinator of TRI Uttarakhand, Rajeev Kumar Solanki, remarked, “This Mahotsav is part of our Chief Minister’s vision. He has encouraged us to take the necessary steps to promote tribal culture, where he announced an annual tribal festival inviting all tribal communities to participate. Under his guidance, our department has not only worked on cultural preservation but also expanded efforts into other fields. The CM has emphasized the need for initiatives in sports and science leading to the annual Tribal Sports and Science Festival to showcase young talent. He has also focused on education, establishing an E-Studio at the TRI campus to aid students in remote areas via satellite learning. Additionally, under his leadership, an employment initiative has been launched this year, with a commitment to providing ₹1 crore in tribal employment opportunities every year.”
Also present on the occasion were Additional Secretary to the Chief Minister SS Tolia, Additional Director of TRI Uttarakhand, Yogendra Rawat, along with other dignitaries, cultural enthusiasts.
