The leaders honoured the tribal icon on Jharkhand State Foundation Day and the 151st birth anniversary of Birsa Munda.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu paid floral tributes to tribal icon Birsa Munda at the Parliament complex in New Delhi on Sunday. The event marked Jharkhand’s State Foundation Day and the 151st birth anniversary of the tribal leader, according to The Economic Times and ANI.
The Prime Minister was joined by Vice President CP Radhakrishnan, Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. The ceremony included traditional tribal dance performances to highlight the region's folk culture.
Birsa Munda, who belonged to the Munda tribe, was born on November 15, 1875. He led a tribal religious movement during the late 19th century British rule across the tribal belt of modern-day Bihar and Jharkhand. Jharkhand was carved out of Bihar on November 15, 2000.
In a post on X, Prime Minister Modi said the courage and sacrifice of 'Dharti Aaba' would inspire generations to uphold self-respect and rights. He added that the government is working to ensure dignity and prosperity for tribal communities.
President Murmu also extended greetings on Janjatiya Gaurav Divas, which is observed on the birth anniversary of Birsa Munda. She stated the day is an opportunity to remember the rich tribal heritage and historic contributions of tribal communities to the nation.
The Jharkhand CMO also shared a message on X expressing respect to Birsa Munda, noting he was a symbol of tribal resistance against British oppression.
