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"Unique blend of tribal pride, cultural diversity and natural wealth": PM Modi extends greetings on Jharkhand Foundation Day, pays tribute to Bhagwan Birsa Munda

"Unique blend of tribal pride, cultural diversity and natural wealth": PM Modi extends greetings on Jharkhand Foundation Day, pays tribute to Bhagwan Birsa Munda

New Delhi [India], November 15 (ANI): Marking Jharkhand Foundation Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended heartfelt wishes to the people of the state, celebrating its rich tribal heritage, cultural diversity, and natural beauty.
Jharkhand was carved out of Bihar on November 15, 2000, which coincides with the birth anniversary of tribal icon Birsa Munda.
Birsa Munda, who belonged to the Munda tribe, was born on November 15 in 1875. During British rule in the late 19th century, he spearheaded an Indian tribal religious Millenarian movement across the tribal belt of modern-day Bihar and Jharkhand. 
In an X post, the Prime Minister noted Jharkhand's vast potential in industries like mining and tourism, while expressing strong confidence in its future progress.
"Heartfelt wishes to all my brothers and sisters in Jharkhand on the state's Foundation Day! Our state is a unique blend of tribal pride, cultural diversity and natural wealth. Its dense forests, scenic waterfalls and historic sites enrich its distinctive identity. The stories of the bravery and sacrifice of Lord Birsa Munda have continually inspired the traditions of this land. From minerals and energy to handicrafts and tourism, this state has immense potential. I am confident that, through the resolve and capabilities of my hardworking and talented family members here, this state will reach new heights of development. I hope this special occasion brings happiness, prosperity and well-being to the lives of all the people here," said the PM. 

झारखंड के सभी भाई-बहनों को राज्य के स्थापना दिवस की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं! हमारा यह प्रदेश जनजातीय गौरव, सांस्कृतिक विविधता और प्राकृतिक संपदा का अनूठा संगम है। यहां के घने वन, मनोरम जलप्रपात और ऐतिहासिक स्थल इसकी विशिष्ट पहचान को समृद्ध करते हैं। भगवान बिरसा मुंडा जी की वीरता और बलिदान की गाथाओं से यहां की परंपराओं को निरंतर प्रेरणा मिलती रही है। खनिज और ऊर्जा से लेकर हस्तशिल्प और पर्यटन तक इस राज्य में अपार संभावनाएं हैं। मुझे विश्वास है कि यहां के मेरे मेहनती और प्रतिभाशाली परिवारजनों के संकल्प और सामर्थ्य के बल पर यह प्रदेश विकास की नई ऊंचाइयों को छुएगा। मेरी कामना है कि यह विशेष अवसर यहां के सभी लोगों के जीवन में सुख-समृद्धि और खुशहाली लेकर आए।

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 15, 2026


In another post, PM Modi also marked Janjatiya Gaurav Divas on the birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda, paying deep reverence to the tribal icon, emphasising his enduring legacy of courage and sacrifice.
"On the birth anniversary of Lord Birsa Munda, I bow to him with deepest reverence on behalf of all the people of our country. My heartfelt best wishes to you all for Janjatiya Gaurav Divas, celebrated on this auspicious occasion. The indomitable courage, struggle and sacrifice of Dharti Aaba will continue to inspire every generation of our country to uphold self-respect, freedom and rights. Drawing inspiration from him, our government is leaving no stone unturned to ensure dignity, opportunity and prosperity for our tribal brothers and sisters. Let us all come together to pay tribute to the invaluable contribution of tribal communities to nation-building," he said. 
President Draupadi Murmu also extended her wishes on the occasion, calling it a land full of divine figures with a distinct identity which is rooted in its tribal culture and traditions. 
"On the occasion of Jharkhand State Foundation Day, my heartfelt best wishes to all the residents of the state. This land, home to divine figures such as Dharti Aba Bhagwan Birsa Munda and great heroes such as Sidho-Kanhu, has a distinctive identity rooted in its rich tribal culture, vibrant folk traditions, and natural and mineral wealth. I hope that Jharkhand’s hardworking and talented residents, cherishing their rich heritage, will take the state to new heights of development and prosperity," she said on X. 

झारखंड राज्य स्थापना दिवस के अवसर पर प्रदेश के सभी निवासियों को मेरी हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं। धरती आबा भगवान बिरसा मुंडा जैसी ईश्वरीय विभूति और सिद्धो-कान्हू जैसे महानायकों की यह धरती अपनी समृद्ध जनजातीय संस्कृति, जीवंत लोक-परंपराओं और प्राकृतिक एवं खनिज संपदा के लिए विशिष्ट पहचान रखती है। मेरी कामना है कि झारखंड के परिश्रमी और प्रतिभाशाली निवासी अपनी समृद्ध विरासत को संजोते हुए राज्य को विकास और समृद्धि की नई ऊंचाइयों तक ले जाएं।

— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) November 15, 2026


Jharkhand Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar also relayed his best wishes on the day, expressing his wish for the state's advancement. 
"Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all the people of Jharkhand on the occasion of the state's Foundation Day. May Jharkhand, with its rich cultural heritage, unparalleled natural resources and glorious traditions, continue to advance along the path of development and set new benchmarks for prosperity and well-being. This is my earnest wish," he said. 

झारखण्ड राज्य स्थापना दिवस के अवसर पर समस्त राज्यवासियों को हार्दिक बधाई एवं शुभकामनाएँ। समृद्ध सांस्कृतिक विरासत, अनुपम प्राकृतिक संपदा और गौरवशाली परंपराओं से परिपूर्ण झारखण्ड विकास के पथ पर निरंतर अग्रसर रहे तथा समृद्धि एवं खुशहाली के नए आयाम स्थापित करे, यही मंगलकामना है। https://t.co/aroqCp0mcm

— Governor of Jharkhand (@jhar_governor) November 15, 2026


Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav also congratulates the people, wishing them lives full of prosperity. 
"Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes on Jharkhand’s Foundation Day. Jharkhand, rich in natural resources, a vibrant tribal culture and glorious traditions, has a distinctive identity that enriches the country’s cultural diversity. May the people of the state lead happy and prosperous lives," he said on X. 

झारखंड के स्थापना दिवस की हार्दिक बधाई एवं शुभकामनाएं। प्राकृतिक संपदा, समृद्ध जनजातीय संस्कृति और गौरवशाली परंपराओं से समृद्ध झारखंड की विशिष्ट पहचान देश की सांस्कृतिक विविधता को समृद्ध करती है। राज्य के नागरिकों का जीवन खुशहाल हो, यही कामना है। https://t.co/m5kERIQ7U9

— Dr Mohan Yadav (@DrMohanYadav51) November 15, 2026


Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla described the state as a place with "natural splendour, abundant mineral wealth, rich forests and a distinctive tribal cultural heritage."
"Nurtured by the struggles, sacrifices and indomitable resolve of many people's heroes, including Bhagwan Birsa Munda, this land has a unique identity rooted in its tribal pride, hardworking society, folk arts, linguistic diversity and vibrant traditions. Jharkhand's true wealth lies not only in its natural resources but also in its cultural consciousness, community solidarity and industrious people. May Jharkhand reach new milestones in education, healthcare, employment, infrastructure and public welfare. May every section of society have an equal stake in this journey of development, and may the people of the state enjoy greater happiness, prosperity and well-being. May Jharkhand continue to move towards a bright future while preserving its natural beauty, cultural identity and glorious heritage," he said on X. 

प्राकृतिक वैभव, विपुल खनिज संपदा, समृद्ध वनांचल और विशिष्ट जनजातीय सांस्कृतिक विरासत से परिपूर्ण झारखंड राज्य के स्थापना दिवस पर समस्त प्रदेशवासियों को हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ। भगवान बिरसा मुंडा सहित अनेक जननायकों के संघर्ष, त्याग और अदम्य संकल्प से सिंचित यह धरती अपने आदिवासी गौरव, श्रमशील समाज, लोककलाओं, भाषायी विविधता और जीवंत परंपराओं के लिए विशिष्ट पहचान रखती है। झारखंड की वास्तविक समृद्धि इसकी प्राकृतिक संपदा के साथ-साथ यहाँ की सांस्कृतिक चेतना, सामुदायिक एकजुटता और परिश्रमी जनमानस में भी निहित है। कामना है कि झारखंड शिक्षा, स्वास्थ्य, रोजगार, आधारभूत संरचना और जनकल्याण के क्षेत्रों में प्रगति के नए सोपान स्थापित करे। विकास की इस यात्रा में प्रत्येक वर्ग की समान भागीदारी सुनिश्चित हो तथा प्रदेश के नागरिकों के जीवन में सुख, समृद्धि और खुशहाली का विस्तार हो। झारखंड अपनी प्राकृतिक सुंदरता, सांस्कृतिक अस्मिता और गौरवशाली विरासत को अक्षुण्ण रखते हुए उज्ज्वल भविष्य की ओर निरंतर अग्रसर रहे। #JharkhandFoundationDay

— Om Birla (@ombirlakota) November 15, 2026


Popularly revered as ‘Dharti Aaba’, Birsa Munda became a symbol of tribal resistance and pride. Despite his young age, he led a powerful movement against British oppression and gave the slogan ‘Abua Dishum, Abua Raj’, meaning ‘Our land, our rule’.
Meanwhile, the Jharkhand government has organised 'Run for Cleanliness' on the occasion of Jharkhand Foundation Day. The run commenced at Bapu Vatika in Morhabadi. (ANI)

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