Modi Recalls Komaram Bheem Fight Against Nizam

Modi praised Bheem for his courage and his struggle against the atrocities faced by the Adivasi community, noting that he began his fight at the young age of 20.

“Friends, during that era, when even uttering a word against the Nizam was a crime. That young man openly challenged an officer of the Nizam named Siddiqui. The Nizam sent Siddiqui to confiscate the farmers' crops. But in this struggle against oppression, that young man killed Siddiqui,” he said.

Modi said Bheem successfully managed to evade arrest and escaped from the tyrannical police of the Nizam to reach Assam. He said Komaram Bheem did not live a long life but left an indelible mark in the hearts of countless people, especially the tribal community.

The Prime Minister also recalled how Bheem killed a Nizam officer and later escaped, earning a revered place in the hearts of Adivasis for his unwavering stand for their rights.

He added that said on November 15 the nation will celebrate the Janajateeya Gaurav Diwas -- birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda.

“Just like Bhagwan Birsa Munda and Komaram Bheem, there have been many other great luminaries in our tribal communities. I urge you to definitely read about them,” Modi said.

To mark the occasion, BJP leaders organised a gathering in Myadaripet village of Dandepalli mandal, Mancherial district, where Adivasi leaders, farmers, and party workers watched Mann Ki Baat live. Sirpur (T) MLA Palvai Harish Babu also joined the event and viewed the programme along with the participants.