About Janjatiya Garima Utsav 2026
Celebrating the Journey of Viksit Bharat, inspired by the vision of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi
India’s tribal communities are the custodians of the nation’s deepest traditions, rich cultural heritage, forests, languages and enduring spirit.
Janjatiya Garima Utsav 2026
is a month-long national celebration, from
May 10 to June 9, 2026
, dedicated to honouring the legacy, contributions and transformative journey of empowerment of tribal communities in the making of
Viksit Bharat
.
Inspired by the vision of Hon’ble Prime Minister
Shri Narendra Modi,
the Ministry of Tribal Affairs brings together districts, states, institutions, students, researchers and tribal communities from across the country in a collective celebration of pride, progress and empowerment.
Four Weeks. Four Pillars.
A nationwide celebration of transformation, participation and empowerment.
WEEK 1
10 – 17 May 2026
Technology as a Development Driver
AI, digital tools and indigenous innovation — harnessed in service of tribal healthcare, livelihoods and opportunity.
WEEK 2
18 – 25 May 2026
Jan Bhagidaari — Sabse Door, Sabse Pahle
Governance, services and entitlements reaching the remotest tribal habitations first. Every village. Every community. Every voice.
WEEK 3
25 May – 2 June 2026
Birsa Lives in New Bharat
Honouring the legacy of Dharti Aaba Bhagwan Birsa Munda and the unsung heroes of India's tribal freedom struggle — connecting their courage and contribution to the nation's history, present and future.
WEEK 4
1 – 7 June 2026
From Classroom to Confidence
From EMRS and Ashram Schools to national scholarships and beyond — tribal students and young leaders are building a generation defined by confidence, ambition and purpose.
Janjatiya Garima Challenge
Tribal districts sharing the journey of transformation with evidence
Under Janjatiya Garima Utsav, tribal districts under PM-JANMAN and DAJGUA from across India are documenting their compelling stories of tribal transformation — in various categories such as education, health, livelihood, innovation, culture and governance.
The most compelling stories will be felicitated at the national crescendo on 9 June 2026.
The National Crescendo — 9 June 2026
The Utsav culminates on 9 June 2026 — bringing together field evidence, participation of tribal students, district champions, institutional milestones, achievements and cultural memory into one moment of national recognition for tribal India celebrating the journey of Viksit Bharat.