New Delhi (Chandan Singh, Page 3 News Worldwide): The Delhi Legislative Assembly today celebrated the 150th birth anniversary of tribal leader Bhagwan Birsa Munda, with Speaker Shri Vijender Gupta urging the nation to recommit to an inclusive and sustainable India. Speaking at the event, Shri Gupta described Birsa Munda as a timeless symbol of courage whose legacy continues to guide India’s conscience. “His message of protecting jal, jungle, zameen reminds us that true progress must honour both people and planet,” he said, highlighting the Chotanagpur Tenancy Act of 1908 as a lasting testament to Birsa’s efforts in safeguarding tribal land and rights.
The event was attended by Delhi Cabinet Minister Shri Ashish Sood, Deputy Speaker Shri Mohan Singh Bisht, and MLA Shri Sanjay Goyal. Under the Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) initiative of the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, 200 youth and 20 officers from CRPF, BSF, and ITBP representing eight Naxal-affected districts in Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, Odisha, and Maharashtra visited the Assembly.
The participants shared their experiences exploring Delhi, observing its infrastructure, and learning about the functioning of democratic institutions. “Education is complete only when it connects youth with their roots,” said Shri Sood. He added that programmes like this bring alive the spirit of Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat, and help implement NEP 2020’s vision by preparing future-ready citizens grounded in Indian knowledge systems.
Welcoming the youth and officers, Shri Gupta said their presence embodied the spirit of unity and national service. He urged them to draw inspiration from Birsa Munda’s ideals of equality, honesty, and environmental harmony, as India progresses towards Viksit Bharat 2047. Deputy Speaker Shri Mohan Singh Bisht emphasised that the visit reflected the nation’s commitment to empowering young citizens from Naxal-affected regions, inspiring them to dream bigger and contribute to the country’s development.
The celebration also featured a vibrant cultural programme, with artists from the Hindi Academy performing traditional dances from Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Madhya Pradesh, adding a lively showcase of India’s rich tribal heritage.
The event highlighted the continuing relevance of Birsa Munda’s vision, connecting youth from marginalized regions with India’s democratic institutions and diverse cultural heritage.
