Umang Singhar, the former Forest Minister
MP: Congress Leader Faces Backlash for Comparing Lord Hanuman Ji As Tribal in Viral Video
During a program commemorating the 123rd death anniversary of Birsa Munda, Congress leader Umang Singhar made a noteworthy declaration. He asserted that it was the tribal community that facilitated Lord Shri Ram's journey to Lanka.
Umang Singhar, the former Forest Minister of Madhya Pradesh and Congress MLA from Gandhwani in Dhar district, recently made a statement that has grabbed headlines.
During a program held in Bagh, Dhar district, on the occasion of the 123rd death anniversary of Jannayak Bhagwan Birsa Munda, Singhar stated that the individuals who accompanied Lord Shri Ram to Lanka were tribals, who are often depicted as monkeys.
Tribals Vital in Lord Shri Ram's Journey: Congress MLA Umang Singhar
At the program's commencement, Umang Singhar, the Congress MLA, greeted the audience with the traditional salutation of "Ram-Ram.
During his speech, he highlighted the significant role played by tribals in escorting Lord Shri Ram to Lanka. Singhar lamented the fact that these valiant individuals were often derogatorily referred to as monkeys by storytellers.
Moreover, he emphasized that Lord Shri Hanuman himself is regarded as a tribal. Proudly affirming their ancestral lineage, Singhar declared, "We are the proud descendants of Birsa Munda, Tantya Mama, and Hanumanji. Our tribal heritage fills us with immense pride.
Congress MLA Slams BJP's Opportunistic Stance Towards Tribals
On the occasion of Jannayak Birsa Munda's death anniversary, Congress MLA Umang Singhar led a massive vehicle rally, vehemently criticizing the BJP government at both the central and state levels.
In a scathing attack on the BJP, the Congress MLA highlighted the party's opportunistic approach towards tribals, accusing them of remembering their concerns only during elections.
In contrast, he proudly asserted that Congress consistently supports the tribal community.
Expressing confidence, he proclaimed that the tribals would deliver a resounding response to the BJP in the upcoming assembly elections.