Janjatiya Gaurav Divas: 15 November

Category : Important Days Published on: November 17 2022

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Government of India has decided to celebrate November 15 as 'Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas' to mark the birth anniversary of Tribal Freedom Fighter "Birsa Munda" from year 2021 onwards, who was not only a freedom fighter but also social reformer and led tribal movement, namely Ulgulan (Revolt) against exploitative systems of British Colonial Govt.
He is also known as ‘Dharti Abba’ as he encouraged tribals to understand their cultural roots & observe unity.
Born in 1875, Birsa Munda led a rebellious movement against British colonial rule and conversion activities in the areas of the Bengal Presidency, which today are part of Jharkhand.
The date is the birth anniversary of Birsa Munda who is revered as Bhagwan by tribal communities across the country.
The Prime Minister inaugurated the “Bhagwan Birsa Munda Memorial Park cum Freedom Fighter Museum" at Ranchi on 15th November 2021.