NEW DELHI: President Droupadi Murmu on Friday led the nation in paying tributes to tribal icon Birsa Munda on his birth anniversary which is observed as Janjatiya Gaurav Divas.
President Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla offered floral tributes at the statue of Birsa Munda at the Prerna Sthal in Parliament complex. Rajya Sabha Deputy Chair Harivansh was also present. After the event, the leaders interacted with folk artistes.
After Murmu had left the venue, Dhankhar, who is also the Rajya Sabha chairperson, and Birla tried their hands on musical instruments, including drums.
Since 2021, Birsa Munda's birth anniversary is being observed as Janjatiya Gaurav Divas to remember the sacrifices of unsung tribal heroes.
Birsa Munda sacrificed everything to protect pride, dignity of motherland: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said his life full of sacrifices was an unparalleled example of service to the nation.
"Bhagwan Birsa Munda Ji sacrificed everything to protect the pride and dignity of the motherland. I pay my heartfelt tribute to him on the auspicious occasion of his birth anniversary - Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas," PM Modi posted on X.
Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar paid floral tributes to the tribal warrior at his statues at the Raj Bhavan, Birsa Chowk and the Kokar Memorial here.
In a statement, the governor said the day reflected the unparalleled contribution of the tribal community and their bravery.
Chief Minister Hemant Soren said the day was special for Jharkhand as it was the birth anniversary of the tribal legend and also the foundation day of the state.