The present article explores the vital role of tribal art forms as carriers of traditional ecological knowledge, communal heritage, and cultural identity, highlighting their significance for achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By analyzing the interplay between heritage practices and sustainable development, this work explains the major role of tribal art forms as they encode generations of ecological wisdom, spiritual narratives, and communal values. It is pivotal for promoting responsible consumption, climate resilience, gender equity, and biodiversity conservation. Through relevant literature, case studies, and institutional documents, the study found that tribal art forms are not mere cultural expressions, and they contribute and promote at least nine SDGs including SDG 1(No Poverty), SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), SDG 13 (Climate Action), SDG 15 (Life on Land), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). The article also discusses a range of threats from environmental degradation and economic marginalization to gendered constraints, institutional undervaluation, and the pressures of globalization and digitalization that undermine their continuity and relevance. The paper argues for the urgent need for inclusive policies and collaborative platforms that recognize and reward traditional knowledge holders, foster equitable market access, and integrate tribal heritage within global sustainability narratives. The study underscores the vital role these traditional cultural practices play in fostering connections between people, culture, and nature and in shaping more sustainable, equitable, and hopeful futures for both communities and the planet.