The Madhya Pradesh government will organise three-day state-level celebrations to mark the birth anniversary of tribal freedom fighter Bhagwan Birsa Munda, observed as National Tribal Pride Day, from November 14 to 16. Major events will be held in Jabalpur, Dhar, Jobat in Alirajpur district and Khandwa in the presence of Governor Mangubhai Patel and Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav.
A major highlight of the celebrations will be the inauguration of the Dahi Micro Lift Irrigation Project in Dhar on November 15. Built at a cost of ₹1,353.18 crore, the project will provide irrigation facilities to approximately 47,000 hectares of agricultural land across Dhar and Alirajpur districts. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will also address the state-level programme in Dhar through video conferencing.
CM Dr. Mohan Yadav to Lead Roadshow in Dhar
Governor Mangubhai Patel and Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will attend the state-level celebration in Dhar on November 15 and pay tribute to Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
The Chief Minister will also conduct a roadshow, interact with local residents and collect feedback on the implementation of government welfare schemes. He will facilitate the registration of eligible beneficiaries' plots and houses under the Mukhyamantri Registry Yojana. Several development projects worth crores of rupees are also expected to be presented to the people of Dhar.
₹1,353 Crore Irrigation Project to Benefit Two Districts
The Dahi Micro Lift Irrigation Project is among the major development initiatives planned for the tribal regions of Madhya Pradesh. The project will provide irrigation facilities to 126 villages, including 84 villages in Dhar and 42 in Alirajpur. Approximately 1.26 lakh farmers are expected to benefit from the initiative.
The project will lift around 166.51 million cubic metres of water from the Narmada River and supply it to nearly 47,000 hectares of agricultural land, primarily during the Rabi season.
Modern Infrastructure to Ensure Water Supply
Constructed by the Narmada Valley Development Authority, the project was completed on June 30, 2026, and is currently undergoing testing. Its infrastructure includes five modern pumping stations, approximately 58 kilometres of rising mains and an extensive underground pressurised pipeline distribution network.
The irrigation facility will cover agricultural land across Kukshi and Dahi tehsils in Dhar, as well as Jobat, Sondwa and Alirajpur tehsils in Alirajpur district. Farmers are expected to benefit from improved irrigation facilities for crops such as wheat, gram, vegetables and fodder. The project is also expected to encourage crop diversification and improve agricultural income.
Agricultural Workshops in 85 Gram Panchayats
To ensure that farmers make effective use of the new irrigation infrastructure, the government will organise agricultural meetings and training sessions in 85 gram panchayats from November 11 to 15. Farmers will receive information about modern farming techniques, water management, efficient irrigation practices and crop diversification.
A special live exhibition on Smart Farming and Precision Farming will also be organised at the tribal pride celebration venue in Dhar. Departments of Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry and Fisheries will participate and demonstrate modern farming technologies.
Celebrations Across 88 Tribal Development Blocks
Apart from the state-level events, district-level programmes will be organised across Madhya Pradesh to mark Birsa Munda Jayanti. The state government has issued instructions for celebrations across 88 tribal development blocks. Schools, hostels and residential institutions have been directed to observe the occasion on November 15.
Cultural and literary programmes, including tribal dances, plays, music, painting, essay writing and speech competitions, will also be organised from November 16 to 18 to highlight the contributions of tribal freedom fighters and national heroes. Through these celebrations and development initiatives, the Madhya Pradesh government aims to highlight tribal heritage while strengthening irrigation, agricultural infrastructure and economic opportunities in tribal regions.