Umarkote: The 150th Martyrdom Day of ‘Dharti Abba’ Bhagwan Birsa Munda was observed today at Sunabeda in Umarkote, Nabarangpur district. School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond attended the program as the chief guest. He offered floral tributes at the portrait of Bhagwan Birsa Munda, paying his respect and homage.
Minister Gond stated that Bhagwan Birsa Munda’s supreme sacrifice for the nation and his community is unforgettable. He emphasized that Birsa Munda’s life, ideals, and patriotism will always remain a source of inspiration for all.
He also mentioned that the Central Government has launched the “Dharti Abba Janjatiya Gram Unnayan Yojana” in honor of Birsa Munda. He expressed hope that this scheme will be effectively implemented in tribal-dominated districts like Nabarangpur.
Prominent attendees at the event included district BJP leaders Ashok Padhi, Ram Nayak, Santosh Mahapatra, and Bhajanath Gond, along with other BJP leaders and party workers.