Janjatiya Gaurav Pakhwara: Students across Kathua explore, document rich tribal heritage

KATHUA: As part of the ongoing Janjatiya Gaurav Pakhwara 2026 celebrations, educational institutions across Kathua district organised a series of activities on the theme “Tribal Life, Culture and Traditions and Documentation of Local Heritage and Traditional Practices”.

Students enthusiastically participated in photography and documentation activities, capturing various aspects of tribal life, including traditional kitchens, unique utensils, food habits, cooking practices, traditional ornaments, customs, lifestyle and cultural traditions. The activities provided students an opportunity to explore and document the rich heritage, indigenous knowledge and traditional practices of tribal communities.

Special morning assemblies, photography competitions and quiz competitions were also organised to familiarise students with India's rich tribal heritage and highlight the importance of preserving traditional practices. Students showcased photographs of tribal kitchens, traditional utensils, ornaments and other cultural aspects, while quiz competitions encouraged awareness about tribal history, heritage and traditions.

The activities aimed at sensitising students about India's rich tribal heritage, promoting respect for indigenous traditions and encouraging the younger generation to contribute towards the preservation and protection of local heritage and traditional knowledge.

The programmes witnessed enthusiastic participation from students and teachers, reinforcing the importance of cultural awareness, diversity and preservation of tribal identity for future generations. The activities were conducted as part of the fortnight-long Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas celebrations, being observed from November 1 to 15 across the district.