| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada |
| Date | 1st November 2025 (Two-week celebration) |
| Organizer | Ministry of Tribal Affairs |
| Purpose | Marks the conclusion of the year-long Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh and honours the 150th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda |
| Bhagwan Birsa Munda | Born on 15th November 1875 in Ulihatu village, Jharkhand. Led the Ulgulan (Great Tumult) movement against British rule and the Zamindari system. Revered as "Dharti Aaba" (Father of the Earth). |
| Key Initiatives | PM JANMAN (Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups Development Mission): Focuses on 75 PVTGs across 18 States and UTs, providing housing, healthcare, education, and livelihood opportunities. |
| DAJGUA (Digital Archives of Janjatiya Gaurav and Unique Achievements): Documents tribal freedom fighters, folklore, art, and oral traditions for public access. | |
| Livelihood and Entrepreneurship Programs: Includes Van Dhan Vikas Kendras and micro-enterprise models under TRIFED and NSTFDC to empower tribal producers. | |
| Participating Entities | Tribal Research Institutes (TRIs), Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs), TRIFED, and NSTFDC. |
| Legislation Impact | Birsa Munda's movement led to the Chotanagpur Tenancy Act (1908), safeguarding tribal land ownership. |
| Cultural Focus | Celebrates the rich culture, legacy, and achievements of tribal communities, emphasizing forest rights, sustainable living, and indigenous empowerment. |
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