BJP to Celebrate Tribal Pride Week on Birsa Mundas 151st Birth Anniversary

Kuldeep Singh Chundawat November 11, 2026, 5:59 pm 4 min read

Jaipur, November 11: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will commemorate the 151st birth anniversary of Birsa Munda by observing a Tribal Pride Week across the state. The celebrations will kick off on November 14 with the cleaning of memorials dedicated to tribal leaders and freedom fighters, along with a Diwali-like festival of lights. On November 15, which marks both the anniversary and Tribal Pride Day, morning processions will take place at the district level, followed by youth dialogues, sports events, and essay competitions until November 20. A significant gathering is scheduled for November 23 at Beneshwar Dham in Dungarpur district, where the state government will announce initiatives related to education, self-employment, and livelihoods.

During a press conference at the BJP state office, Mannalal Rawat, the national president of the BJP’s Scheduled Tribe (ST) front and MP from Udaipur, outlined these plans. He emphasized that these events aim to honor not only Birsa Munda but also the contributions of tribal freedom fighters, heroes, saints, and social reformers, reaching every household in the state. For coordination at the state level, former secretary Motilal Meena has been appointed as the state coordinator.

Lighting Up Memorials and Floral Tributes

Rawat stated that on November 14, a festival of lights will be held at memorial sites to pay tribute to tribal martyrs. On November 15, morning processions will include floral tributes at the statues and portraits of Birsa Munda and local tribal leaders in each division. From November 15 to 20, youth dialogues will be conducted, alongside sports and essay competitions as part of an awareness campaign.

Engagement with Tribal Hostels and Inspirational Stories

During this week, outreach programs will be conducted in tribal hostels to engage with youth and inform them about welfare schemes from both the central and state governments. Cultural programs, sports competitions, fairs, and exhibitions will also be organized to connect with the youth. Various processions will showcase the culture, traditions, and history of the tribal community.

Rawat mentioned that stories of tribal heroes and talents highlighted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the “Mann Ki Baat” program will also be shared with the public. Efforts will be made to honor saints, social workers, artists, and new talents contributing to society and nation-building. A dedicated campaign will run on social media to amplify these efforts.

Second Major Event at Beneshwar Dham in Eight Months

The proposed gathering on November 23 will take place at Beneshwar Dham, located in the Scheduled Area of Dungarpur district. Earlier this year, during the Rajasthan Day celebrations in March, Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma inaugurated and laid the foundation for 326 development projects worth ₹1,902 crore from Beneshwar Dham, announcing further development for the site.

Highlighting BJP Government Initiatives

Rawat highlighted significant initiatives taken by BJP governments to promote the development and constitutional rights of the tribal community. In 1999, during Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s tenure, a separate Ministry of Tribal Affairs was established. The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes was formed in 2003, and several languages, including Santali and Dogri, were added to the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution.

He noted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has continued this vision, declaring Tribal Pride Day five years ago in 2021. In 2022, Draupadi Murmu, a daughter of the tribal community, became the President of India. The central cabinet and various state leaderships have also ensured representation for the tribal community. Following the delimitation in Jammu and Kashmir, nine assembly seats have been reserved for Scheduled Tribes for the first time.

Rawat also mentioned that the budget for tribal development has been increased, and initiatives like the Janman scheme and the Dharati Aaba Tribal Village Utkars campaign are enhancing opportunities in education, health, housing, drinking water, roads, electricity, and employment in tribal areas. He emphasized that Tribal Pride Day is not just a celebration of Birsa Munda’s birth anniversary but a day to honor all tribal heroes and heroines, highlighting their vital role in the vision of a developed India by 2047.

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