In accordance with the directives of the Government of India, a series of events will be organized in Uttarakhand from November 1 to 18 to commemorate the birth anniversary of the great freedom fighter, Bhagwan Birsa Munda. Cabinet Minister Shri Khajan Das held a meeting with officials from the Social Welfare Department to outline these events and issue necessary guidelines.
A grand state-level event will be held on November 15—’Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas’ (Tribal Pride Day)—the venue for which will be decided shortly. As part of this fortnight-long campaign, the following activities will be conducted in tribal areas:
• Exhibitions and workshops showcasing tribal heritage, culture, art, dance, music, and craftsmanship.
• Competitions for students and youth, including painting, storytelling and poetry writing, essay writing, photography, quizzes, and slogan writing.
• Promotion of public welfare schemes, honoring of prominent tribal figures, and community outreach campaigns.
The meeting was attended by several senior officials, including the Secretary of Social Welfare, Dr. Sridhar Babu Adanki, and the Director of Tribal Affairs, Sanjay Toliya.
