Modi, Murmu pay tribute to Birsa Munda on Jharkhand Foundation Day
The Prime Minister and President honoured the tribal leader at the Parliament complex in New Delhi on Sunday.
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.
The ceremony was attended by Vice President CP Radhakrishnan, Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. Traditional tribal dance performances were held during the event to highlight the folk culture of the region.
Birsa Munda, who belonged to the Munda tribe, was born on November 15, 1875. He led a tribal religious Millenarian movement across the tribal belt of modern-day Bihar and Jharkhand during the late 19th century under British rule.
In an X post, Prime Minister Modi described the occasion as Janjatiya Gaurav Divas and noted that 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 prosperity for tribal communities.
President Murmu also extended greetings on X, stating that the day is an opportunity to remember the rich tribal heritage and historic contributions of tribal communities to the nation. The Jharkhand Chief Minister’s Office also shared a message of respect for Birsa Munda on the occasion.