Chandrapur pays tribute to martyr Babu Rao Shedmake on his sacrifice day; MLA Jorgewar calls it inspiring

A tribute and awareness programme was held in Chandrapur on the sacrifice day of freedom fighter Babu Rao Shedmake. MLA Kishor Jorgewar said Shedmake's fight for the country's freedom, his unmatched bravery, his sacrifice and his commitment to society continue to inspire everyone. According to Jorgewar, it is our responsibility to carry the legacy of his revolutionary ideas to the new generation and to learn from his struggle.

The programme was held on October 21, 2026, at the martyrs' memorial on the District Jail premises in Chandrapur. It was organised jointly by the Krantiveer Shahid Babu Rao Puleshwar Shedmake Smarak Samiti and the Adivasi Kriti Samiti, Chandrapur. MLA Kishor Jorgewar paid homage by offering a garland to a portrait of Shedmake.

The guardian minister of the district, Prof. Dr Ashok Uike, former Union Minister of State for Home Hansraj Ahir, Arni MLA Raju Todsam, Chandrapur Municipal Corporation Mayor Sangeetatai Khandekar, the corporation's party leader Shekhar Shetty and BJP Yuva Morcha state vice-president Raghuveer Ahir were present. Vilas Masram, Ganesh Gedam and Bhaiyyaji Uike of the Shahid Babu Rao Shedmake Smarak Samiti also attended. Corporators Jitesh Kulmethe, Kamlesh Atram, Vitthal Kumre, Bhola Madavi, Rajendra Durve, Shankar Uike, Shyam Gedam, Diwakar Meshram, Nathhu Gedam, Virendra Kumre and Anil Sidam were among many others present.

Addressing the gathering, MLA Jorgewar said Shedmake dedicated his life to the country's freedom while fighting injustice. Jorgewar said his struggle reflects self-respect, courage and devotion to the motherland. He also said Shedmake's sacrifice is not merely a part of history but an idea that inspires people to fight injustice and stand firm for their rights.

According to Jorgewar, while remembering his work, it is necessary to adopt his ideas and make the next generation aware of his valour.

Jorgewar also said the history of the Adivasi community is full of a proud tradition of struggle, bravery and sacrifice. In his view, it is important to bring the contribution of revolutionaries of this tradition before society, preserve their memory and give their ideas wider reach.