BJP plans nine days of Birsa Munda birth anniversary events in Balaghat, district-level event at Baihar

The BJP will begin programmes for Janjatiya Gaurav Divas from November 14 on the birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda. The party announced the programmes at a press conference at its office in Balaghat.

BJP district president Ramkishore Kaware said the party has observed Gaurav Divas on Birsa Munda's birth anniversary every year since 2021. This year, the various programmes will run for nine days.

The programmes will begin on November 14. On that day, BJP workers will carry out cleanliness drives around statues of great personalities. In the evening, lamps will be lit at the statue sites.

Tribal leader Anupama Netam said a district-level programme will be held at Baihar on November 15. People will be told about Birsa Munda's life and his struggle.

On November 16 and 17, office-bearers and workers of the BJP Scheduled Tribe Morcha will visit tribal hostels and interact with young people.

From November 18 to 20, a chaupal will be held on Birsa Munda's life, his struggle and his contribution to society. Information on government schemes will also be given, and ways of taking them to the people will be discussed.

Birsa Munda fought for rights over water, forests and land. He fought against British rule and is also known as a social reformer.

Surendra Gudda Markam, Praveen Meshram and Scheduled Tribe Morcha president Dillan Taram were present at the press conference.