PM Modi to Unveil Projects on Birsa Munda’s Birth Anniversary in Bihar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Bihar on Friday to attend a function marking the 150th birth anniversary of Birsa Munda, a revered freedom fighter known as “bhagwan” by tribal communities of the Chhota Nagpur plateau. Modi will travel to a remote village in Jamui district, approximately 200 km from the state capital, to celebrate “Janjatiya Gaurav Divas”.

Date and Occasion

Visit Date: Friday, to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Birsa Munda.

Occasion: Celebration of Janjatiya Gaurav Divas (Tribal Pride Day), observed since 2021.

Development Projects and Initiatives

Project Launches

• PM Modi will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth over Rs 6,640 crore.

Tribal Freedom Fighters’ Museums and Institutes

• The PM will inaugurate two Tribal Freedom Fighters’ Museums and two Tribal Research Institutes.
• These initiatives are aimed at preserving the history and heritage of tribal communities.

PM-JANMAN Housing Initiative

• Modi will also take part in the Grih Pravesh (housewarming) of 11,000 houses built under the PM-JANMAN scheme for tribal communities.

Significance of the Visit

Tribute to Birsa Munda

• The event will honor Birsa Munda, known as a legendary tribal freedom fighter, and is revered as “bhagwan” by the tribal communities in the Chhota Nagpur plateau.

Empowerment of Tribal Communities

• Through the development projects and the establishment of museums and research institutes, the visit underscores the government’s focus on empowering tribal communities and preserving their cultural heritage.

About Janjatiya Gaurav Divas

Objective

• To recognize the contribution of tribal communities to India’s cultural preservation and national values.
• To honor the valor and sacrifices of tribal communities in the fight against British colonial rule.

Date of Celebration

• 15th November: The date is significant as it marks the birth anniversary of Birsa Munda, a revered tribal leader, freedom fighter, and cultural icon.

Honoring Tribal Communities

• The day acknowledges the role of various tribal communities who played a pivotal role in India’s freedom struggle.

Tribes recognized include,

• Tamars
• Santhals
• Khasis
• Bhils
• Mizos
• Kols
• And many others who actively participated in tribal movements against British colonialism.

Tributes to Birsa Munda

Birsa Munda’s Legacy

• Birsa Munda, often referred to as “God” by tribal communities, was an iconic freedom fighter and leader who led the Munda Rebellion against the British in the late 19th century.
• His contributions to India’s independence and the promotion of tribal rights are celebrated on his birth anniversary, 15th November.

Summary/Static	Details
Why in the news?	PM Modi to unveil projects on Birsa Munda’s birth anniversary in Bihar
Occasion	Janjatiya Gaurav Divas (Tribal Pride Day)
Development Projects	– Inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for projects worth Rs 6,640 crore. – Focus on empowering tribal communities and preserving cultural heritage.
Tribal Freedom Fighters’ Museums	– Two Tribal Freedom Fighters’ Museums to be inaugurated. – Two Tribal Research Institutes to be set up.
PM-JANMAN Housing Initiative	– Grih Pravesh for 11,000 houses built under the PM-JANMAN scheme for tribal communities.
About Janjatiya Gaurav Divas	– Acknowledges tribal contributions to India’s cultural preservation and fight against British colonialism. – Recognizes the role of tribes like Tamars, Santhals, Khasis, Bhils, Mizos, and Kols.
Birsa Munda’s Legacy	– Birsa Munda was a key freedom fighter who led the Munda Rebellion. – Known as “God” by tribal communities. – Celebrated on 15th November, his birth anniversary.
Objectives of the Day	– Recognize tribal valor and sacrifices. – Honoring the role of tribal communities in India’s freedom struggle.