Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas 2026: PM Modi Honours Tribal Heroes, Announces Major Development Projects

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the contribution of tribal freedom fighters and India's rich tribal heritage while addressing the celebrations of Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli. Speaking at the grand event, PM Modi paid tribute to tribal heroes, including Radhogi Bhangre, Bhagoji Naik and Veer Baburao Shedmake, whose stories of courage are deeply connected with the region. He welcomed governors, chief ministers, deputy chief ministers and public representatives attending the programme from across the country. The Prime Minister said that since its launch on November 15, 2021, Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas has grown into a national celebration. Recalling the 150th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda last year, he said that more than two lakh programmes were organised across the country, with millions of citizens participating. PM Modi emphasised that India is now celebrating its heritage, history and national heroes with pride and a renewed sense of cultural identity. He also remembered several tribal leaders and freedom fighters, including Tirot Sing, Sidhu and Kanhu, Govind Guru, Rani Gaidinliu, Tantya Bhil, Alluri Sitarama Raju and Rani Durgavati. Highlighting Birsa Munda's historic Ulgulan movement, he said that the tribal leader's courage and struggle continue to inspire generations. The Prime Minister also announced that more than 170 tribal development projects have been inaugurated and over 70 projects have received foundation stone ceremonies across different states. These initiatives include educational institutions, healthcare facilities, tribal product marketing centres and infrastructure projects for rural areas. Museums and research institutions dedicated to tribal history and freedom fighters have also been inaugurated in Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh.