Summary:
Popular as a celebration of nature and it’s bounties, Ranchi saw colourful rituals, dance and songs on nature as the tribal community celebrated Karma this week. But Dr Ram Dayal Munda , the former VC of Ranchi University, wanted the world to know about the nature conservation practices of tribal communities. The traditional belief has it that it helps people get re-energised to celebrate the glory of nature.“Earlier, Karma was a festival celebrated only in tribal homes. Young girls from the tribal communities observe a fast throughout the day to pray to Karam Devta for the well-being of their brothers. It was a time for dance, music and festivities at cultural events organised at several locations across the city..