Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas : Honouring India’s Tribal Pride and Heritage
Every year on November 15, India observes Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas (Tribal Pride Day) to honour the courage, heritage, and sacrifices of the nation’s tribal communities. The date marks the birth anniversary of Dharti Aaba Bhagwan Birsa Munda (born November 15, 1875), the legendary Munda freedom fighter who led the historic Ulgulan (Revolution) against British colonial rule and feudal exploitation. Additionally, November 15 is celebrated as Jharkhand Foundation Day, commemorating the formation of the state of Jharkhand in the year 2000 on the birth anniversary of Birsa Munda. When Was It First Celebrated? Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas was first celebrated on November 15, 2021. Ahead of the occasion, the Union Cabinet approved the declaration on November 10, 2021, as part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav—the year-long celebration marking 75 years of Indian independence. Since its inception, it has grown into a nationwide annual festival. Why Is It Celebrated? For decades, many ...