The Ministry of Tribal Affairs, through the National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), will observe Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada from November 1st to 15th, 2025, culminating in Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas on November 15th, 2025, marking the 150th Birth Anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
The Pakhwada, inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision, aims to honour tribal heroes and empower tribal youth through cultural and educational activities in Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs). These activities will promote pride, unity, and awareness of the role of tribal communities, and two best-performing schools will be felicitated.
Over 1.5 lakh students from 497 EMRSs are expected to participate. NESTS seeks to nurture a sense of pride and identity, paying tribute to Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
NESTS, an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, is dedicated to delivering quality education through the EMRS network.
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Key Entities Referenced
Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs): A network of schools providing education to tribal students.
National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS): The autonomous organization overseeing EMRSs.
Ministry of Tribal Affairs: The ministry responsible for NESTS and EMRSs.
Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada: Fortnight celebration to honor tribal heritage and freedom fighters, culminating on Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas.
Bhagwan Birsa Munda: Tribal freedom fighter whose 150th birth anniversary is being celebrated.
Ministry of Tribal Affairs
EMRSs Nationwide to Celebrate Janjatiya
Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada from 1st to 15th
November 2025
1.5 Lakh Tribal Students to Honour Bhagwan Birsa
Munda’s 150th Birth Anniversary under NESTS Initiative
Posted On: 31 OCT 2025 4:59PM by PIB Delhi
The Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs), under the aegis of the National Education Society
for Tribal Students (NESTS), Ministry of Tribal Affairs, will observe Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh
Pakhwada from 1st to 15th November 2025, culminating in the grand nationwide celebration of
Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas on 15th November 2025, marking the 150th Birth Anniversary of Bhagwan
Birsa Munda, the legendary tribal freedom fighter and revered leader.
Guided by the vision of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi to honour the contribution of
tribal heroes and empower tribal youth, the Pakhwada aims to inspire students by highlighting the
legacy of India’s tribal freedom fighters and by celebrating the vibrant expressions of tribal art,
culture, and heritage. EMRSs across the country will organize creative, cultural, and educational
activities that showcase the strength and diversity of India’s tribal traditions.
In line with the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s emphasis on nurturing the potential of tribal students,
Padyatras and thematic events will be organized across all EMRSs to promote pride, unity, and
awareness among students about the invaluable role of tribal communities in the nation’s history and
development. Two best-performing schools will be felicitated for their outstanding participation and
innovative activities during the Pakhwada.
This year, more than 1.5 lakh students from 497 EMRSs across India are expected to participate in the
Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada and Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas celebrations, reflecting their collective
enthusiasm, creativity, and reverence for their heritage and the nation’s freedom fighters.
Through these initiatives, NESTS seeks to nurture a sense of pride, identity, and purpose among tribal
students—celebrating the spirit of Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh 2025 and paying heartfelt tribute to Dharti
Aaba Bhagwan Birsa Munda, whose courage and ideals continue to inspire India’s journey towards
a Viksit Bharat.
The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) is an autonomous organization
under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India. It is dedicated to delivering quality
education to tribal children through a nationwide network of Eklavya Model Residential Schools
(EMRSs) that provide holistic development and preserve tribal culture and values.********
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