Birsa Munda was an Indian tribal freedom fighter and folk hero, born on November 15, 1875, in the Ulihatu village of present-day Jharkhand. He played a crucial role in the Indian independence movement by leading the Munda Rebellion against British colonial rule. His efforts aimed to protect the rights of the tribal communities and their land. Birsa was also a religious leader who promoted the faith of Birsait, which sought to reform tribal society. He became a symbol of resistance and is celebrated as a martyr, with his birthday observed as Birsa Munda Jayanti in several states, honoring his contributions to tribal rights and Indian history.