Active participation of tribals must for country’s development: Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday said the country’s inclusive development was not possible without the active participation of tribals and stressed the need to learn from this community how to live in harmony with nature.

Speaking at the 3rd and 4th joint convocation of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Bhilai, in Chhattisgarh’s Durg district, she hailed the institute’s efforts towards addressing the issues and problems of the tribal community through technology.

“Chhattisgarh is rich in tribal culture and tradition. Tribals understand nature very closely and have been living in harmony with the environment for centuries. They are a storehouse of knowledge attained by their lifestyle linked to nature. By understanding their thinking and lifestyle, we can make a significant contribution to the sustainable development of India,” Murmu said.