President Droupadi Murmu urged citizens to honour the historical role of tribal communities on the birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
President Droupadi Murmu extended greetings to citizens on Sunday for Janjatiya Gaurav Divas and Jharkhand's foundation day, according to ANI. The occasion marks the birth anniversary of tribal freedom fighter Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
In a post on X, the President said the day is an opportunity to remember the rich tribal heritage and historic contributions of tribal communities to the nation. She expressed hope that citizens would preserve this heritage while moving toward inclusive development.
Birsa Munda, who belonged to the Munda tribe and was born on November 15, 1875, was popularly revered as Dharti Aba. He led a movement against British oppression and used the slogan ‘Abua Dishum, Abua Raj’, meaning ‘Our land, our rule’.
The President also sent wishes to the residents of Jharkhand on the state's foundation day. She noted the state's identity is rooted in its tribal culture, folk traditions, and natural and mineral wealth.
She highlighted the legacy of leaders such as Birsa Munda and Sidho-Kanhu. Murmu expressed confidence that the hardworking residents of Jharkhand would take the state to new heights of prosperity.
Jharkhand was carved out of Bihar on November 15, 2000. Birsa Munda spearheaded a tribal religious Millenarian movement across the tribal belt of modern-day Bihar and Jharkhand during the late 19th century.
