Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada: Nationwide celebrations honour tribal heroes

November 3, 2025 4:04 PM

Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada: Nationwide celebrations honour tribal heroes

The Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada (1st–15th November 2025) began across the country on Saturday, marking the start of a fortnight-long nationwide celebration honouring the valour, vision, and contributions of India’s tribal heroes. The observance is part of the year-long Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh, commemorating the 150th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda, one of India’s most revered tribal freedom fighters and a symbol of resistance against colonial rule. Prime Minister Narendra Mod...

PM Narendra Modi pays tribute to Birsa Munda

June 9, 2025 2:44 PM

PM Narendra Modi pays tribute to Birsa Munda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid tributes to legendary tribal leader and freedom fighter Bhagwan Birsa Munda on his 125th death anniversary, also known as 'Balidan Diwas', calling his life a symbol of courage, sacrifice, and commitment to tribal welfare and national pride. Taking to X, the Prime Minister said, "Respectful tribute to the great hero of the freedom struggle Bhagwan Birsa Munda ji on his Balidan Diwas. He dedicated his life to the welfare of the tribal brothers and sis...