PM Modi's Anticipated Visit to Celebrate Tribal Icon Birsa Munda's Legacy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to visit Odisha for the 150th birth anniversary celebration of freedom fighter Birsa Munda. While the visit is not confirmed, Odisha officials are optimistic. The state plans to hold various events in villages to involve public opinion on development initiatives.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to attend the 150th birth anniversary celebration of notable freedom fighter and tribal icon Birsa Munda in Odisha's Rourkela on November 15.

The Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Minister, Rabi Naik, announced this potential visit, though it remains unconfirmed. He stated that the Odisha government is hopeful about Modi's participation in the Jan Jatiya Gaurav Divas, an event set to honor Munda's legacy.

The state has planned extensive year-round celebrations, beginning November 15, with programs across 7,667 villages to gather public opinions on development projects. Panchayat leaders will oversee these 'Gram Sabha' meetings, ensuring organized discourse on local initiatives.

(With inputs from agencies.)