State level Tribal Pride Day was celebrated on the 150th birth anniversary of Lord Birsa Munda in Jabalpur. PM Modi and CM Yadav honored the contribution of tribal heroes. Gifts for development works, honoring of talents and Shalini App were launched in the programme.
State level Tribal Pride Day celebration was organized on the 150th birth anniversary of Lord Birsa Munda in Jabalpur. Throughout the programme, the contributions of tribal heroes were remembered and tributes were paid to them.
Prime Minister Modi: Overall development of tribes is our priority
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that tribal heroes sacrificed their lives in the freedom struggle and stood strong against the British. He said that it is necessary to make today’s generation aware of the sacrifices of tribal heroes.
The aim of celebrating the birth anniversary of Lord Birsa Munda every year on 15 November as National Tribal Pride Day is to carry forward this tradition. This address of the Prime Minister was broadcast virtually from Narmada district of Gujarat, which was heard by all the people present at the Jabalpur function.
Special focus on tribal languages, education and health
Prime Minister Modi said that tribal languages will be studied and there is a need to learn from the lifestyle related to their culture. He said that sickle cell anemia has been a big challenge in tribal communities and so far 6 crore people have been screened. More than Rs 18 thousand crore has been spent for Eklavya Model Residential Schools across the country and admissions in these schools have increased by 60%.
Achievement of tribal daughters honored in Women’s Cricket World Cup
The Prime Minister said that tribal youth have brought glory to the country in sports and other fields. The contribution of a tribal daughter from Madhya Pradesh in the victory of the women’s cricket team is a matter of pride.
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav: Tribal heroes lit the flame of Swaraj
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav said that tribal heroes fought a strong fight against the British rule on the land of Madhya Pradesh. Heroes like Tantya Mama, Bhima Nayak, Shankar Shah-Raghunath Shah, Rani Durgavati fought to protect the forest, water and land.
He told that Birsa Munda sacrificed his life to protect his culture and mother cow.
Events across the state and light on tribal history
The Chief Minister said that on the occasion of the 150th birth anniversary, special events were organized in Barwani, Alirajpur and Jabalpur. Prime Minister Modi connected the countrymen through virtual address. He told that Turia Satyagraha, tribal movements in Nimar and Gondwana region were challenges for the British.
Glorious history of tribal heroes of the state
The Chief Minister described the land of Mahakaushal as the center of bravery, courage and good governance of Gond rule.
Rani Durgavati fought 52 battles against Shershah Suri and Akbar and won 51.
Shankar Shah and Raghunath Shah fought and sacrificed their lives inspired by patriotism.
In 1923, Badal Bhoi along with his comrades contributed to the freedom struggle.
Gift of development works worth Rs 662 crore for tribal development
The Chief Minister said that 133 development works costing more than Rs 662 crore have been dedicated for tribal welfare.
106 works worth Rs 564 crore were inaugurated and bhumi pujan of 27 works worth Rs 98 crore was done. Also, Shalini App was launched, which will provide information about tribal schemes.
Honoring tribal talents
The Governor and the Chief Minister honored the tribal community on their achievements.
Female cricketer Kranti Gaur was given a check of Rs 1 crore for her excellent performance.
Padmashree Arjun Singh Dhurve, Smt. Fuljhariya Bai, Smt. Ujiaro Bai, Ragini Marco and Srishti Singh were also honored.
Appointment letters were provided to 6 selected candidates of PVTG category.
Naming of hostels and announcement of new recruitments
The Chief Minister announced that all girls hostels and ashrams will be named after the brave queen Durgavati.
Boys hostels will be operated in the name of Shankar Shah and Raghunath Shah.
5,000 hostel superintendents will be recruited in the year 2026.
Shalini app launched
Tribal Affairs Minister Dr. Kunwar Vijay Shah said that Shalini App will provide information about tribal schemes directly to the tribal brothers.
The Governor and the Chief Minister inaugurated it.
Traditional welcome and closing of the ceremony
The Governor and the Chief Minister were welcomed wearing tribal costumes and peacock crown.
The program started with Vande Mataram and ended with Jana-Gana-Mana.