New Delhi, June 9 (IANS). On the death anniversary of Birsa Munda, a great symbol of tribal culture, self-respect and freedom struggle, Chief Ministers, Union Ministers and other leaders of BJP ruled states paid tribute to him. Many leaders remembered his indomitable courage, struggle against British rule and contribution in protecting tribal identity through a post on social media platforms.
Remembering Birsa Munda, Haryana Chief Minister Naib Singh Saini wrote in his ‘X’ post, “Humble tribute to Lord Birsa Munda, a symbol of tribal culture, self-respect and public awareness, on his death anniversary. He infused a new consciousness in the society with his indomitable courage, fighting personality and patriotism. His lifelong struggle against injustice and exploitation is a source of inspiration for the coming generations.”
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta wrote, “Humble tribute to Dharti Aba Bhagwan Birsa Munda on his death anniversary. The historic rebellion led by him against the British rule for the protection of tribal identity and water, forests and land is an immortal chapter of the Indian freedom struggle. His indomitable courage, struggle and supreme sacrifice will always be remembered by the grateful nation.”
UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath wrote, “Hundreds of thousands of salutes on the death anniversary of ‘Dharti Aba’ Lord Birsa Munda, who gave new energy to tribal self-respect against the injustice of the British rule and a new direction to India’s freedom struggle with the immortal slogan of ‘Ulgulan’. Your life illuminated with sacrifice, tenacity and patriotism is the immortal inspiration of India.”
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari wrote, “By fighting the battle of tribal identity with the British, Lord Birsa Munda dedicated his entire life for the welfare of the country and the rights and empowerment of the forest brothers. Millions of salutes to such a great folk hero on his martyrdom day.”
Union Minister Manohar Lal wrote, “Humble tribute to the father of the earth, Lord Birsa Munda ji, who sacrificed everything for the protection of tribal identity and motherland, on his death anniversary. With his indomitable courage and sacrifice, he awakened the consciousness of nationalism and organized the tribal society against injustice. Your sacrifice and sacrifice for the protection of the motherland will always inspire the coming generations to serve the nation.”
UP Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya wrote, “Humble tribute to the great freedom fighter, symbol of tribal pride and ‘Dharti Aaba’ Lord Birsa Munda on his martyrdom day. Lord Birsa Munda, a vigilant sentinel of water, forest, land and tribal identity, awakened the consciousness of self-respect and rights in the tribal society by blowing the trumpet of struggle against injustice and foreign rule. To protect the motherland, society and culture in his short life. His supreme sacrifice will always remain immortal in Indian history. His courage, leadership and spirit of public service still inspire us to remain dedicated to social justice, self-respect and national interest.”
UP government minister Nand Gopal Gupta Nandi wrote, “On the martyrdom day of the great freedom fighter and public leader, ‘Dharti Aaba’ Lord Birsa Munda, who dedicated his life for the upliftment of the tribal society, we pay our tribute to him. Your life of struggle, indomitable courage and self-respect is an immortal story which will always inspire the nation.”
Bihar BJP President Sanjay Saraogi wrote, “Humble tribute to the symbol of courage and bravery, freedom fighter, land lord Birsa Munda on his death anniversary. He opened a front against the British rule to protect his culture and traditions. His contribution in protecting the motherland is unforgettable.”
Bihar Assembly Speaker Prem Kumar wrote, “On the death anniversary of Lord Birsa Munda ji, a great freedom fighter, pride of tribal society and popular leader, we pay our respects and humble tributes to him. His struggle for the protection of water, forests and land and for social justice will always inspire us.”
–IANS
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