Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi along with Ministers Satya Kumar Yadav and G. Sandhya Rani, and other leaders unveils the statue of Birsa Munda in Paderu on the 150th birth anniversary of the tribal leader, on Sunday.
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Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been giving priority towards empowerment of tribals. He also said the the BJP is giving opportunity to leaders from the ST community, and examples are the President of India and Chief Ministers of various States.
Mr. Majhi along with State Ministers Satya Kumar Yadav and Gummadi Sandhya Rani, BJP State president P.V.N Madhav unveiled the statue of tribal icon Birsa Munda in Paderu. The occasion marked the 150th birth anniversary of the tribal leader, which is celebrated as Jan Jatiya Gourav Divas.
Birsa Munda, was a tribal independence activist and folk hero belonging to the Munda tribe and was known for spearheading a tribal religious movement that arose in the Bengal Presidency in the late 19th century during the British rule.
Mr Majhi hailed Birsa Munda not just as a freedom fighter but also a spiritual leader who though lived just 25 years but inspired many with his fighting spirit. The Odisha Chief Minister said that the Centre is taking steps to uplift tribals, by providing education through Ekalavya schools and improving healthcare by ensuring better medical facilities in remote areas. He added that the number of extremist-affected areas in the country has come down to 38 districts from 126, enabling tribals to live a peaceful life.
He further said that forest products are being promoted through 195 dedicates stores, which enhance the livelihoods of tribals.
Mr. Madhav said that Birsa Munda fought for the rights of tribals and paved the way for crucial legislations such as the 1/70 Act and the PESA Acts.
Published – November 16, 2025 08:35 pm IST
