Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar marked the 125th death anniversary of Lord Birsa Munda by paying respects at his memorial in Kokar. He laid a wreath and offered tributes to the revered figure. The Governor recognized the significant contributions of Lord Birsa Munda and emphasized that his life continues to inspire. He noted that the bravery, struggles, and dedication to the motherland demonstrated by ‘Dharti Aba’ serve as a constant reminder to fulfill one’s duties.
Earlier, at Raj Bhavan, the Governor paid his respects by garlanding the statue of Lord Birsa Munda. Dr. Nitin Kulkarni, the Additional Chief Secretary to the Governor, along with other officials and staff of Raj Bhavan, also offered flowers at the statue. The Governor then visited Birsa Chowk in the city, where he placed a wreath at the statue of Lord Birsa Munda as a mark of respect.
Born on November 15, 1875, in Ulihatu village, Khunti, Jharkhand, Birsa Munda was affectionately known as Dharti Aba (Father of the Earth). He was a prominent tribal freedom fighter in India, who led a revolt against the British and worked to educate the tribal communities about their rights, which is why he is considered a God.
In the late 19th century, Lord Birsa Munda led the ‘Ulgulan’ rebellion against the British colonial rule and social injustices. His efforts led to reforms in tribal areas by the British government and contributed to the implementation of the Chotanagpur Tenancy Act. Despite his death in Ranchi jail on June 9, 1900, under questionable circumstances, Lord Birsa Munda’s legacy continues to inspire tribal communities and his ideas are relevant even today.