Sri Vijaya Puram, Nov. 15: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Dr. Dinesh Sharma Ji, participated in the programme celebrating the 151st Birth Anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda Ji and Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas at Vanvasi Kalyan Ashram, Sri Vijaya Puram.
On the occasion, he witnessed the chanting of Vedic mantras and traditional tribal dances and addressed the gathering on the inspiring life, struggles and unparalleled contributions of Dharti Aaba Bhagwan Birsa Munda Ji towards the nation.
He said that the life of Dharti Aaba is an immortal symbol of sacrifice, courage, self-respect and the protection of tribal identity.
On the occasion, Deputy Commissioner, South Andaman, Ms. Purva Garg; Joint Secretary, Shri Apurva Sharma; Shri Jai Prakash Ji; Shri Anil Tiwari Ji; President of the Ashram, Shri Rajesh Puriya Ji; representatives of the Gau Samvardhan Samiti; and Shri Vishal Jolly Ji were present.