125th death anniversary of Birsa Munda – June 09
June 16 , 2025
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- The Tribal leader and the freedom fighter Bhagwan Birsa Munda’s 125th death anniversary, also known as ‘Balidan Diwas’ observed recently.
- He was born on November 15, 1875, in Ulihatu village – now in Jharkhand.
- His birth anniversary is observed as Janjatiya Gaurav Divas (Tribal Pride Day).
- Birsa Munda is best known for leading the Ulgulan, which means “The Great Tumult” or rebellion, in the late 1800s.
- He is known as ‘Dharti Aaba’ or the ‘Father of the Earth’ by tribal communities.
- He was only 25 years old when he passed away on June 9, 1900, while in Ranchi Jail.

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