Dhule: “Wild Vegetables, Millets Can Help Preserve Tribal Traditions,” Says Ashok Uike
Dhule: Wild vegetables are not merely a source of food from the forest; they represent an invaluable treasure of traditional knowledge, a deep bond with nature and a healthy lifestyle preserved by tribal communities for generations. State Tribal Development Minister Dr Ashok Uike said passing this knowledge on to the new generation, along with conserving water, forests and land, is the need of…
Dhule District Minister Ashok Uike emphasized the significance of wild vegetables and millets in preserving tribal traditions at the 'Wild Vegetable Competition and Millet Festival 2026' held in Baripada, Sakri taluka. He stressed that these traditional food sources are not just a means of sustenance but also hold invaluable traditional knowledge, a deep connection with nature, and a healthy lifestyle passed down through generations.
Minister Uike urged the new generation to preserve this knowledge while conserving water, forests, and land. The festival, which has gained national recognition, showcases the biodiversity and traditional knowledge of tribal communities, highlighting the importance of community forest rights, biodiversity provisions, and the PESA Act in sustainable development.
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