Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas 2025 in Dediapada, Gujarat, marking the 150th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda. He inaugurated and laid foundation stones for projects worth over ₹9,700 crore, including EMRS schools, roads, housing, healthcare, and tribal language advancement initiatives.
TheInterviewTimes.com | 15 November 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday addressed a massive gathering in Dediapada, Gujarat, to mark Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas 2025 and the 150th Birth Anniversary of Dharti Aaba Bhagwan Birsa Munda. The Prime Minister also rolled out and inaugurated development projects exceeding ₹9,700 crore, aimed at uplifting India’s tribal communities through education, healthcare, transport, cultural preservation, and rural expansion.
The celebration, held on the sacred lands of Narmada district, saw the Prime Minister underline centuries of tribal courage, culture, and sacrifice that shaped India’s freedom struggle and national identity.
₹9,700 Crore Projects Announced to Transform Tribal Regions
PM Modi inaugurated and laid foundation stones for a wide suite of projects, positioning them as “historic steps for tribal welfare.”
These included:
- 42 Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) worth ₹1,900 crore
- Grih Pravesh for 1 lakh PM-JANMAN & DA-JAGUA houses
- 228 Multi-Purpose Community Centres
- 250 buses for 14 tribal districts of Gujarat
- 748 km of new rural and tribal roads
- 14 Tribal Multi-Marketing Centres under DA-JAGUA
- 50 new EMRS schools worth ₹2,320 crore
The PM said these efforts would “open new gateways of opportunity” for tribal youth.
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Centre Launches Govind Guru Chair for Tribal Languages
A key highlight was the inauguration of the Shri Govind Guru Chair for Tribal Language Promotion Centre at Birsa Munda Tribal University.
The centre will conduct extensive research on major tribal languages and dialects, including Bhil, Gamit, Vasava, Garasia, Kokani, Santhal, Rathwa, Nayak, Dabla, Chaudhary, Kokna, Kumbhi, Warli, and Dodia.
The initiative aims to preserve stories, songs, and knowledge systems passed down through generations.
PM Modi said these languages “represent environmental wisdom, philosophy, and science shaped by thousands of years of lived experience.”
Strong Push for Healthcare: Sickle Cell Screening Crosses 6 Crore
The Prime Minister dedicated a major segment of his speech to tribal health challenges, especially sickle cell disease, which disproportionately affects tribal communities.
Key points highlighted:
- 6 crore tribal citizens screened nationwide
- Expansion of tribal healthcare infrastructure including dispensaries, medical centres, and hospitals
- Increased medical access through Ayushman Bharat, offering ₹5 lakh free treatment
PM Modi noted that many tribal villages have received piped drinking water and telemedicine access for the first time under the ongoing Dharti Aaba Tribal Village Utkarsh Abhiyan, which now covers 60,000 villages.
Education, Sports, and Cultural Heritage Receive Renewed Attention
The PM emphasized that tribal children were historically left behind due to language gaps, but the New National Education Policy opened pathways for learning in local languages.
He highlighted:
- A 60% rise in tribal student enrolment
- Over 10,000 schools now functioning in Gujarat’s tribal belt
- Rapid progress in science, commerce, and arts colleges in tribal regions
He also celebrated the contributions of tribal athletes, noting their growing global presence and the achievements of the women’s cricket team, which recently made history with a World Cup victory powered by tribal talent.
जनजातीय गौरव दिवस पर गुजरात के डेडियापाड़ा में भगवान बिरसा मुंडा जी की प्रतिमा पर श्रद्धासुमन अर्पित किए। उनका जीवन और आदर्श देश की हर पीढ़ी को प्रेरित करता रहेगा। pic.twitter.com/Vmq1Gr2wZf
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 15, 2025
‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’ Is the True Tribute to Birsa Munda: PM Modi
In his concluding address, PM Modi urged the nation to reaffirm the mantra of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas”, stating that “no one should be left behind in development.”
He called this the truest tribute to Birsa Munda, who dedicated his life to justice, dignity, and tribal rights.
Leaders including Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat and Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel attended the event.
Key Takeaways
- PM Modi celebrated Birsa Munda’s 150th birth anniversary at a major event in Gujarat.
- Over ₹9,700 crore worth of tribal development projects were launched.
- Tribal language preservation gets a major boost through the new Govind Guru Chair.
- Healthcare expansion, including sickle cell screening for 6 crore people, is underway.
- PM reiterated commitment to inclusive development as a national priority.