Dharmendra Pradhan pays tribute to Birsa Munda on 151st birth anniversary in Sambalpur

Sambalpur, Nov 15: Former Union Education Minister and Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan arrived in Sambalpur on a three-day visit and paid floral tributes to tribal freedom fighter Bhagwan Birsa Munda on his 151st birth anniversary on Sunday.

Pradhan visited the Birsa Munda statue at Ainthapali Chowk around 10 am and offered prayers and floral tributes. Speaking on the occasion, he described the opportunity to pay homage to the tribal icon as a matter of great fortune.

"Today, I consider myself blessed to have offered floral tributes to Bhagwan Birsa Munda. His contribution to Indian society, the freedom struggle and the fight against injustice will remain a great inspiration for all of us," Pradhan said.

He also highlighted the significance of observing Birsa Munda's birth anniversary as Janjatiya Gaurav Divas (Tribal Pride Day) under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, saying the initiative had helped bring greater recognition to the tribal leader's legacy.

Pradhan extended his greetings to tribal communities, particularly members of the country's tribal communities, as well as citizens across India. He said Birsa Munda's birth anniversary should continue to inspire everyone.

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Pradhan to visit Chhath Puja ghats in Sambalpur

During his three-day visit, Pradhan is also scheduled to visit several Chhath Puja ghats across Sambalpur and witness the evening offerings to the setting Sun on Sunday.

Between 4 pm and 6 pm, he is scheduled to visit the ghats at Bareipali, Hirakud, Remed and Burla, among other locations, to witness the rituals.

He is also scheduled to visit various Chhath ghats from 5 am on Monday to witness devotees offering 'arghya' to the rising Sun.