Birsa Munda Ji: Champion of tribal identity

Hi YOGI ADITYANATH

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SINCETIME IMMEMORIAL, the Indian civilization has flourished under the guiding spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, a belief that the entire world is ‘one family’.

The glory of this land isn’t just limited to its sprawling empires orlegendary dynasties, but in its vast and manifold communities that have intuitively shaped their lives, dwelling in benevolent harmonywith nature and faith. Among these, tribal societies represent the most ancient and heartfelt expression of the Indian soul, where profound reverence for Mother Earth and the pursuit of self-respect flow seamlessly together.

Inthislustrous constellation of tribal luminaries, “Dharti Aaba” Birsa Munda Ji shines forth with unequalled brightness. Rekindling the very spirit of tribal consciousness in India, hisnametoday stands asa shining emblem of tribal identity, dignity, and the struggle for freedom. The 150th birth anniversary of Birsa Munda jiis a resounding celebration of his reverence, remembrance, and boundless resolve forthe nation.

Bornon November 15,1875, in Ulihatuvillage of present-day Jharkhand, Birsa Munda Ji hailed from a humble farming family. Yet his vision and intellect were extraordinary. Educated at a German missionary school, he keenly observed the policies of the British rulers and Christian missionaries, recognising that their control extended not only over land but also over the enslaved spirit of the people. This insight sowed the primaryseeds ofawakening within him, eventually shaping him into a consummate and godlike leader, reformer, and spiritual guide to the masses.