Mahua flower festival celebrated in Telangana’s Adilabad - The HinduPublished - May 01, 2026 12:44 pm IST - ADILABADAdilabad Collector Rajarshi Shah along with Adivasis and others participating in ‘Ippa Puvvu Panduga’ celebrations at Jamidi village in Adilabad district on Thursday (April 30, 2026). | Photo Credit: By ArrangementStating that ippa (mahua) flowers play a vital role in supporting tribal economy, Adilabad Collector Rajarshi Shah has called upon tribal people to collect ippa flowers in a scientific manner to explore their full potential for marching on the path of financial self-reliance. He also highlighted the need for conserving trees and preserving the glorious tribal heritage.He was speaking at ‘Ippa Puvvu Panduga’, an annual event held under the aegis of the Integrated Tribal Development Agency, Utnoor, in association with Adivasi (Gondwana) organisations at Jamidi village in Narnoor mandal of Adilabad district on Thursday.Published - May 01, 2026 12:44 pm ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }