During the Janjati Sanskritik Samagam at New Delhi's Red Fort on May 24, 2026, Union Home Minister Amit Shah reassured tribal communities that the proposed Uniform Civil Code (UCC) would not apply to them, thereby protecting their cultural identity and rights. This event, referred to as a 'Janjatiya Mahakumbh', was attended by approximately 150,000 participants from over 550 tribal communities, organized by the Janjati Suraksha Manch and the Akhil Bharatiya Vanvasi Kalyan Ashram, both affiliated with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh. Shah emphasized that there is a conspiracy to misrepresent the UCC as a threat to tribal culture, stating, 'UCC will not apply anywhere in tribal areas and to any tribal person.' He called for constitutional amendments to include a religious criterion for Scheduled Tribes, similar to that of Scheduled Castes. The event also celebrated the 150th birth anniversary of Birsa Munda, a key figure in tribal resistance against colonial rule. Shah highlighted the BJP's commitment to tribal welfare, referencing successful policy implementations and electoral victories in tribal constituencies, reinforcing the party's dedication to tribal rights and development.