Adivasis in Saudi Arabia celebrated Janjatiya Gaurav Divas at the Indian Embassy in Riyadh, honouring tribal leader Birsa Munda. The event, organised with GIO, featured tributes, a song on Komaram Bheem and traditional performances by NRI tribal artists
Published Date – 15 November 2026, 03:18 PM
By Gulf Correspondent
Riyadh: Adivasis in Saudi Arabia commemorated the legacy of their leader Birsa Munda by celebrating Janjatiya Gaurav Divas on his birth anniversary. The Indian Embassy in Riyadh with the collaboration of Global Indian Organisation (GIO) celebrated the legacy of the tribal hero on Saturday on embassy premises.
Indian Ambassador Vipul, who was chief guest, said that the Indian freedom struggle produced extraordinary heroes whose courage and sacrifice deserve to be remembered across generations. Among them, Birsa Munda occupies a place of exceptional significance.
He recalled Munda’s life as a symbol of courage, sacrifice, and commitment to tribal welfare and national pride.
On the occasion, a song upon Telangana’s tribal legend Komaram Bheem by NRI Ram Relangi mesmerised the participants.
NRI tribal artists hailing from various states, showcased traditional dance of Dhimsa and other dances.
“Most of the Indian community is unaware of Janjatiya Gaurav Divas or legacy of Birsa Munda, which need to propagate”, said Neelima Nayak, General Secretary of GIO.
Telugu NRI organisation, SATA also actively participated in the event. SATA president Mallesan has said that tribals from Jarkhand where Munda born and fought and other states reach Telangana, Kerala and Delhi NCR as their employment destinations whereas people from Telangana and Kerala prefer to work in the Gulf.
GIO leaders Vishal, Ramesh, Ms. Harshala, Ms. Shagufta and SATA leaders Muzammiluddin, Nooruddin, and Naresh participated.
