PM Modi greets Jharkhand on Foundation Day and honours Birsa Munda
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Jharkhand's Foundation Day and the 151st birth anniversary of tribal icon Birsa Munda on Sunday.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to the people of Jharkhand on Sunday to mark the state's Foundation Day. According to ANI, the Prime Minister also paid tribute to tribal leader Birsa Munda on his 151st birth anniversary, which coincides with Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas.
The Prime Minister noted that Jharkhand, which was created from Bihar on November 15, 2000, possesses significant potential in sectors such as tourism, handicrafts, energy, and mining. He described the state as a combination of natural wealth, cultural diversity, and tribal pride.
In a post on X, Modi stated that the bravery and sacrifices of Birsa Munda serve as a constant inspiration for the region. He added that the government is working to provide prosperity, opportunity, and dignity to tribal communities, drawing motivation from the legacy of 'Dharti Aaba'.
President Draupadi Murmu also shared her wishes, noting that the state has a unique identity rooted in its mineral wealth and folk traditions. Jharkhand Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar and Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav also extended their congratulations to the residents.
Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas has been observed annually on November 15 since 2021 to commemorate the birth of the tribal freedom fighter. Birsa Munda, a member of the Munda tribe, led a religious movement across the tribal belt during the late 19th century.