HM Shah Pays Tribute to Birsa Munda, Hails Tribal Icon’s Legacy
Home Minister Says Bhagwan Birsa Munda’s Struggle for Tribal Rights Continues to Inspire Millions
- Amit Shah pays homage to Bhagwan Birsa Munda on his death anniversary
- Describes him as a symbol of tribal pride, patriotism and cultural consciousness
- Highlights his role in the Ulgulan Movement against British rule
- Says his fight against religious conversion and for tribal rights remains inspirational
GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 9th June: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday paid tribute to tribal freedom fighter Bhagwan Birsa Munda on his death anniversary, describing him as an immortal symbol of tribal pride, patriotism and cultural consciousness.
In a post on X, Shah said Birsa Munda had sounded the bugle of freedom against British rule through the historic Ulgulan Movement and played a crucial role in organising tribal communities to protect their rights, identity and heritage.
“The immortal symbol of tribal pride, patriotism and cultural consciousness, Bhagwan Birsa Munda sounded the conch of freedom against British rule through the Ulgulan Movement,” Shah said.
The Home Minister noted that Birsa Munda mobilised tribal society to safeguard its rights and cultural heritage while transforming the conservation of water, forests and land into a mass movement.
Shah also highlighted Birsa Munda’s efforts to preserve tribal identity and resist religious conversion, saying his commitment to tribal glory continues to inspire millions across the country.
“His struggle against religious conversion and his dedication to tribal pride remain an inspiration for millions of countrymen even today,” he said.
Paying his respects, Shah offered “millions of salutations” to the revered tribal leader, popularly known as ‘Dharti Aaba’ or Father of the Earth.
Birsa Munda remains one of India’s most celebrated tribal freedom fighters. He led a powerful movement against British colonial rule and exploitation in the late nineteenth century, becoming a symbol of resistance, social reform and tribal empowerment.
His legacy continues to be commemorated across the country as a source of inspiration for tribal welfare, social justice and national pride.
