Jammu: 'Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas' was organised today, on 12th November, in the auditorium of the Divisional Railway Manager's Office, Jammu Division of Northern Railway, under the leadership of Senior Divisional Personnel Officer, Smt. Seema V. Verma. This special day was celebrated on the occasion of the birth anniversary of the great freedom fighter and pride of the tribal society, Dharti Aaba Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
The programme began with offering floral tributes to the portrait of Bhagwan Birsa Munda and paying heartfelt homage to him. On this occasion, Additional Divisional Railway Manager, Jammu, Shri Akshay Kumar Marantu, senior officers and railway employees marked their presence in large numbers.
During the ceremony, speakers threw detailed light on the life philosophy of Bhagwan Birsa Munda, his historic struggle, the rights of the tribal society, protection of 'Jal-Jangal-Jameen' and his invaluable contribution to the Indian freedom movement.
In their address, the officers present said that Bhagwan Birsa Munda raised his voice against injustice and exploitation at a very young age and infused a new consciousness in the tribal society. His entire life is a living symbol of sacrifice, indomitable courage, patriotism and social justice. The officers called upon the youth to take inspiration from his ideals and make their active contribution to nation building.
Through the seminar and cultural presentations organised as part of the programme, the rich tribal culture, traditions and historical heritage were also remembered.
The main objective of this organisation by Jammu Division is to take the inspiring thoughts of Bhagwan Birsa Munda to every person and to increase respect and awareness among all towards the glorious history of the tribal society.
