The Tribal Connection: Holi and Nature’s Colors

Tribal communities across India have a deep-rooted connection with nature, sourcing colors from flowers, plants, and minerals. For generations, they have used marigold, hibiscus, turmeric, and sandalwood to create stunning shades of Gulal. Unlike artificial colors that harm the skin and environment, these natural hues are skin-friendly, biodegradable, and rich in heritage.

Tribes Keeping the Tradition Alive

• The Bhil Tribe (Rajasthan & Madhya Pradesh): Known for making natural red and yellow gulal from flowers and turmeric.
• The Baiga Tribe (Chhattisgarh): Masters in crafting deep ochre and blue pigments from indigenous herbs.
• The Santhal Tribe (Jharkhand & West Bengal): Creates green colors from neem and other plant extracts.

Sustainability at Its Core

By choosing tribal-made Holi products, you are not just celebrating a festival; you are promoting eco-friendly traditions. Tribal artisans meticulously prepare herbal gulal using age-old techniques, ensuring purity and authenticity. Unlike chemically manufactured colors that pollute water and harm ecosystems, these tribal colors dissolve naturally, leaving no environmental footprint.

A Splash of Tribal Artistry: Handmade Holi Products

1. Herbal Gulal: Pure and Safe

Experience the joy of Holi with flower-based gulal in stunning shades:

• Red: Derived from hibiscus and beetroot.
• Yellow: Made using turmeric and marigold petals.
• Green: extracted from neem and spinach leaves.
• Blue: Created from indigo plants and jacaranda flowers.

Colorful Tribal Attire for a Festive Look

Dress in ethnic elegance with handwoven textiles and tribal-designed garments from Tribes India. Explore Tassar silk dupattas, Maheshwari sarees, Chanderi suits, and Kantha embroidery, each reflecting the vibrancy of Holi.

Sweet Delights: A Traditional Twist

No Holi celebration is complete without sweets! Savor organic forest honey and Mahua Laddu and Mahua Cookies treats, offering a healthier alternative to sugar-laden sweets. Use pure, natural, and healthy A2 Gir Cow Ghee to prepare your Holi sweets—because, as doctors say, eat healthy, stay healthy!

Empowering Tribes Through Holi

Every purchase from Tribes India directly supports tribal artisans, preserving their craft and sustaining their livelihoods. This Holi, let’s choose mindful consumption—buying from ethical sources ensures that these traditions thrive for generations.

Celebrate Holi, the tribal way!

This Holi, immerse yourself in natural colors, traditional crafts, and ethical shopping. Experience the festival like never before by embracing the richness of tribal artistry.

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