The Nation is celebrating Janjatiya Gaurav Divas today to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of the freedom fighter and tribal leader Bhagwan Birsa Munda. The Centre has marked 15th November as Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas, recognising the importance of keeping tribal history alive. Over the years, this observance has expanded into Janjatiya Gaurav Week, celebrated across ministries and states with cultural programs, exhibitions, and educational activities that bring the legacy of tribal heroes to life.

Home Minister Amit Shah paid homage to Bhagwan Birsa Munda on the occasion of his 150th birth anniversary on Saturday. In a social media post, Mr Shah said that Birsa Munda is not only the pride of tribal society, but of the entire country. The Minister added, today the whole country is joyfully celebrating Janjatiya Gaurav Divas and that the nation bow to his unwavering resolve towards the freedom movement and the protection of the motherland.   

Akashvani correspondent reports that over the past decade, the vision of tribal development has expanded into a nationwide mission. Today, 42 ministries actively contribute to tribal welfare through the Development Action Plan for Scheduled Tribes. The government has continuously emphasised the development of museums and memorials dedicated to tribal freedom fighters. 11 museums have been approved across ten states, with three already inaugurated, including the Bhagwan Birsa Munda Memorial Park-cum-Museum in Ranchi.

Public spaces like Rani Kamalapati Railway Station, Tantya Bhil University and statues of Alluri Sitarama Raju and Birsa Munda reflect the ongoing effort to embed tribal legacy across the country. The publication of books, comics and digital material narrating the stories of tribal heroes has transformed the way the country remembers its tribal freedom fighters, ensuring their stories reach every generation.