Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Memorial and Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum in Naya Raipur, Chhattisgarh, on the state’s 25th foundation day.
This will be India’s first fully digital museum dedicated to tribal heroes and freedom fighters.
Along with this, PM Modi will also unveil a statue of Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee at the new Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly and launch infrastructure projects worth ₹14,260 crore across various sectors.
PM Modi Unveils Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum and ₹14,260 Crore Projects in Naya Raipur
India’s First Digital Museum of Tribal Heritage
- The Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Memorial and Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum is built at a cost of ₹50 crore on 10 acres of land.
- It will showcase India’s tribal history, culture, and freedom struggle through 16 thematic galleries.
- Each gallery features historical artefacts, folk art, videos, and digital storytelling.
- Visitors can also explore the “Aadi Shourya” e-book and digital museum portal, launched by the Prime Minister.
This museum aims to honour unsung tribal heroes and promote awareness about India’s indigenous heritage.
Immersive and Tech-Powered Experience
- The museum uses virtual reality (VR), artificial intelligence (AI), and 3D projection technology.
- A special AI camera lets visitors see themselves in traditional tribal attire with forest-themed backgrounds.
- At the entrance, visitors are welcomed by digital replicas of sacred trees like Sal, Mahua, and Saja, each displaying stories of 14 major tribal uprisings.
- Statues of Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh, Bhagwan Birsa Munda, and Gend Singh are also displayed.
- Interactive zones and youth-friendly exhibits make the experience educational and inspiring.
Historic Tribal Uprisings Displayed
The museum highlights major tribal uprisings against British and feudal oppression, including:
- Halba Rebellion (1774–1779) – India’s first tribal revolt.
- Surguja Rebellion (1792)
- Bhopalpatnam Uprising (1795)
- Paralkot Rebellion (1824–1825)
- Tarapur Rebellion (1842–1854)
- Meria (1842–1863), Koi (1859), and Lingagiri (1856–1860) uprisings.
- Sonakhan Rebellion (1857) led by Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh, the first freedom fighter from Chhattisgarh.
These revolts reflect the tribal community’s bravery in defending their land, culture, and independence.
PM Modi’s Mega Projects in Chhattisgarh
During his visit, PM Modi will also:
- Launch projects worth ₹14,260 crore in roads, energy, health, and industries.
- Unveil the statue of Atal Bihari Vajpayee at the new Vidhan Sabha.
- Attend the “Gift of Life” programme at Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Hospital.
- Inaugurate 12 new Start-Up Village Entrepreneurship Programme blocks across 9 districts.
- Release ₹1,200 crore to 3 lakh beneficiaries under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and celebrate the Griha Pravesh of 3.51 lakh completed homes.
Infrastructure and Connectivity Boost
Key projects include:
- Four-lane Greenfield Highway from Pathalgaon–Kunkuri to the Chhattisgarh–Jharkhand border worth ₹3,150 crore.
- This corridor will improve trade, industry, and mining connectivity across Korba, Raigarh, and Jashpur.
- NH-130D upgrade, improving connectivity in Narayanpur and Bastar.
These projects aim to bring faster growth, better connectivity, and inclusive development to the state.
Exam-Oriented Facts
- Event: Inauguration of Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Memorial and Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum
- Location: Naya Raipur, Chhattisgarh
- Occasion: State’s 25th Foundation Day
- Built at cost: ₹50 crore
- Total area: 10 acres
- Total projects announced: ₹14,260 crore
- Features: 16 digital galleries and 14 tribal revolt stories
- Launched initiative: “Aadi Shourya” e-book and digital portal
- Major revolts covered: Halba, Paralkot, Surguja, Tarapur, and Sonakhan
- Key highway project: Pathalgaon–Kunkuri to Chhattisgarh–Jharkhand border (₹3,150 crore)
- PM housing scheme release: ₹1,200 crore to 3 lakh beneficiaries
Question & Answer
Q1. Where is India’s first digital tribal museum located?
(a) Ranchi
(b) Bhopal
(c) Naya Raipur
(d) Raigarh
Answer: Naya Raipur
Q2. How much did the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Museum cost to build?
(a) ₹25 crore
(b) ₹50 crore
(c) ₹75 crore
(d) ₹100 crore
Answer: ₹50 crore
Q3. Who is the first tribal martyr from Chhattisgarh?
(a) Birsa Munda
(b) Veer Narayan Singh
(c) Gend Singh
(d) Sidhu Murmu
Answer: Veer Narayan Singh
Q4. How many galleries does the museum have?
(a) 10
(b) 12
(c) 14
(d) 16
Answer: 16
Q5. What is the total worth of development projects PM Modi launched in Chhattisgarh?
(a) ₹10,000 crore
(b) ₹12,500 crore
(c) ₹14,260 crore
(d) ₹15,000 crore
Answer: ₹14,260 crore
Q6. What is the theme of the digital initiative launched by the Prime Minister?
(a) Bharat Uday
(b) Aadi Shourya
(c) Tribal Samriddhi
(d) Azadi Ke Veer
Answer: Aadi Shourya
Q7. The Halba Rebellion, featured in the museum, took place in which year range?
(a) 1750–1755
(b) 1774–1779
(c) 1801–1805
(d) 1824–1829
Answer: 1774–1779
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