The janjatiya way to nation-building
Hindustan TimesIndia, a mosaic of diverse cultures and traditions, takes pride in commemorating the valour and sacrifices of its courageous warriors who fought for its Independence. In a powerful gesture, he has designated the birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda as “Janjatiya Gaurav Divas”, a day dedicated to acknowledging and honouring the janjatiya community nationwide. From the Pahadia movement spearheaded by Tilka Manjhi to the Larka Andolan led by Budhu Bhagat, the Santhal Hul movement championed by Siddhu Murmu and Kanhu Murmu, the Naga movement steered by Rani Gaidinliu, the Rampaa movement ignited by Alluri Sitarama Raju, the rebellion of the Koya tribe, to the Bhagat movement organised by Govind Guru — the janjatiya community has left an indelible mark on the extensive tapestry of resistance against British rule. In a homage to Bhagwan Birsa Munda’s relentless struggle and in acknowledgement of historical injustices in tribal regions, Parliament enacted the Forest Rights Act. Embracing the formidable task of revitalising janjatiya society echoes the timeless principles of Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
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