The Ministry of Railways observed Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas on November 13, 2026, with a ceremonial event at Rail Bhawan in New Delhi. The ceremony involved lighting ceremonial lamps and paying floral tributes to Bhagwan Birsa Munda, the tribal freedom fighter and national hero. Senior railway officials including Member (TRS), Member (Finance), and Member (Infra) of the Railway Board attended the event, along with Director Generals, the Secretary of the Railway Board, and other senior officers and staff of the Ministry.
The dignitaries paid heartfelt tributes to Bhagwan Birsa Munda and recalled his extraordinary contribution to India's freedom struggle and his courageous resistance against British colonial rule. They also remembered his unwavering commitment to safeguarding the rights, dignity, and welfare of tribal communities. The observance served as a reminder of the invaluable contributions of tribal freedom fighters and reinforced the spirit of national pride, unity, and respect for India's rich tribal heritage.
The program concluded with a collective tribute to the ideals, courage, and enduring legacy of Bhagwan Birsa Munda. The event was documented in a PIB Delhi release with ID 2335844 and recorded a visitor counter of 30.
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