The indigenous faith people whose Sarna nation — who worship the sacred grove's Jaher tree as the living presence of their supreme creator Singbonga — fought for decades to have their ancient nature religion recognized as a distinct faith in India.
Sarna people — the Adivasi tribal communities of central and eastern India, including the Santali, Munda, Ho, and Oraon peoples, whose Sarna faith centers on the sacred grove as the dwelling place of ancestral spirits and the supreme deity Singbonga, representing one of South Asia's oldest continuous animist traditions predating both Hinduism and Buddhism in the subcontinent's forest heartland. The 2021 recognition of Sarna as a separate religion code — following decades of advocacy by tribal communities who rejected classification under Hindu, Christian, or other established faiths — marks a landmark assertion of Adivasi identity, affirming that India's original forest peoples carry a spiritual tradition as ancient and distinct as any of the world's recognized religions. This interactive sweatshirt connects you to that sacred grove legacy and Sarna Adivasi Indian heritage with a QR code linking to the full story.
HERITAG is a purpose-driven brand that celebrates cultural diversity and awareness. Wear and share your social identity and cultural heritage with a unique collection of interactive sweatshirts that carry flags of ethnic groups in India. Create informative and fun moments by inviting people to scan the visible QR code and learn about the diversity of India's population.
Making products on demand instead of in bulk also helps reduce overproduction, and this quality sweatshirt is made especially for you as soon as you place an order.
Few more things to know about this sweatshirt: • Scannable QR code printed on the back for an interactive and fun experience • Designed to educate about a nation's proud history milestones and rich culture • Custom print-on-demand • 50% cotton, 50% polyester • Unisex regular fit, sturdy and warm, pre-shrunk soft-feel fabric • Double-needle stitched spandex collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem
