BJP ST Morcha to observe Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas on Nov 15
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, November 12 2026: Along with the rest of India, Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas will be observed in Manipur too on November 15, organised by ST Morcha, BJP Manipur Pradesh, at Rani Maa Park, Mantripukhri, and City Convention, Palace Compound.

This was announced by ST Morcha, BJP Manipur Pradesh president Lanjaigai Kamei at a press meet held today at Thambal Shanglen, Nityaipat Chuthek, Imphal, in the presence of BJP Tamenglong District president Danial Malangmei, ST Morcha BJP Manipur Pradesh general secretary (administration) C Leisan and state secretary Johnson Siro.

Speaking at the meet, Lanjaigai Kamei said the programme is being organised to mark the 151st Birth Anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda, and November 15 is observed across the country as Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas, which is a very important programme for the country.

He said the programme will help the younger generations of the country clearly understand the sacrifices made by tribal leaders who fought fearlessly against British rule and laid down their lives for the country.

Just as Bhagwan Birsa Munda fought against the British for India, tribal leaders in Manipur like Jadonang and Rani Gaidinliu also fought many battles against the British.

For this, Jadonang was hanged by the British after being kept in jail, at the place where Jadonang Park stands today at Old Lambuland.

Rani Gaidinliu was also imprisoned for a long time.

After India attained independence, when it was realised that the movement led by Rani Gaidinliu was for the benefit of the country, she was released from jail and recognised as a Freedom Fighter of India.

Just as Bhagwan Munda raised his voice against the British, saying the British cannot stay in India and tax cannot be collected from tribals, tribal leaders like Jadonang and Rani Gaidinliu in Manipur also raised similar movements.

The programme is being organised because there is a need to make the present generation aware of those movements, he added.

Lanjaigai Kamei further said BJP Manipur Pradesh president and Rajya Sabha MP A Sharda Devi will attend the programme at Rani Maa Park as chief guest, while Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand will attend the programme at City Convention as chief guest.

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