Why is it in the news?
Tribes Art Fest 2026 showcased diverse tribal painting traditions.
Category: Art & Culture
Important Points:
● Warli painting (Maharashtra) uses geometric figures and rice paste
● Gond painting (MP) uses dots and lines to depict nature
● Pithora painting (Gujarat/MP) is ritualistic, includes horse motifs
● Saura painting (Odisha) depicts village life and rituals
● Sohrai painting (Jharkhand) linked to harvest and cattle
● Khovar painting used in marriage rituals (comb-cut technique)
● Bhil art uses dotted patterns and bright colors
● Mandana painting uses lime on red clay, features geometric designs
● Most paintings use natural colors and depict daily life & traditions