Birsa Munda’s Legacy Of Tribal Rights Recalled On Janjatiya Gaurav Divas
Officials in Nizamabad pay tribute to the tribal freedom fighter, highlighting his struggle against British rule and his fight for land rights.
Janjatiya Gaurav Divas was celebrated at the Integrated District Offices Complex (IDOC) in Nizamabad on Sunday to mark the birth anniversary of tribal freedom fighter Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
Additional collector Raja Goud attended the programme organised by the District Tribal Development Department and paid floral tributes to Birsa Munda’s portrait.
Speaking on the occasion, Raja Goud said Birsa Munda’s struggle against British rule and his sacrifice for protecting the land rights of tribal communities continued to inspire generations. His fight for tribal rights would remain etched in history, he said.
He recalled that the tenancy legislation enacted in 1908 to protect tribal land rights was a significant outcome of the tribal movement led by Birsa Munda.
After Independence, the Constitution provided safeguards for tribal communities and ensured their representation in Parliament, legislatures, panchayats and various government institutions, he said.
The government observes Birsa Munda’s birth anniversary as Janjatiya Gaurav Divas to highlight the history, heritage, culture and traditions of tribal communities and pass them on to future generations, he added.
District tribal development officer Bhaskar, AO Venu Madhav, Sahadev, officials from various departments, employees and students participated in the programme.