Bhubaneswar, 15 November (H.S.): BJP National Secretary and Odisha BJP Co-Incharge Dr Swadesh Singh paid heartfelt tributes to tribal freedom fighter and iconic leader Bhagwan Birsa Munda on his birth anniversary, observed as Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas. He offered floral tributes at Birsa Munda's statue, recalling his struggle, sacrifice and contribution to society.

On the occasion, Dr Singh interacted with students of the Birsa Munda Hostel and other prominent members of the tribal community. The discussions focused on Birsa Munda's struggle and sacrifice, the protection of tribal identity and his contribution to the upliftment of tribal society.

In a social media post, Dr Singh said that ensuring dignified participation in the mainstream of development for the community for whose self-respect, rights and dignity Bhagwan Birsa Munda had fought was a national responsibility.

He said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Union Government had accorded special priority to the dignity, rights, education, healthcare, employment and socio-economic development of tribal communities.

Dr Singh described the life and struggle of Bhagwan Birsa Munda as a lasting source of inspiration for the self-respect, empowerment and overall progress of tribal communities and called for upholding his ideals.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Monalisa Panda