- The Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated the fortnight long popular annual Adivasi Mela (Tribal Fair) at IDCO Exhibition Ground in the state on January 26, 2019.
- The fair will conclude on February 9.
- As a part of the event, the minister also announced Jiban Samparka Project.
- This project will be implemented in the state in partnership with UNICEF India.
- The aim of Jiban Samparka is to generate awareness among Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups in Odisha on various development and welfare initiatives of State Government, especially on women and child welfare.
