President Droupadi Murmu to Honour Swami Nityavratananda Maharaj with Ol Chiki Centenary Award at Jamshedpur Historic Event
In a momentous celebration of Jharkhand’s tribal heritage, President Droupadi Murmu will confer the prestigious Ol Chiki Centenary Award upon Swami Nityavratananda Maharaj, Secretary of Bharat Sevashram Sangha’s Dumka branch, for his exemplary contributions to education and social welfare in rural and tribal areas. The honour will take place during the grand centenary celebrations of the Ol Chiki script at Disom Jaher Garh, Karandih, Jamshedpur on December 29, 2025.
This landmark event underscores President Murmu’s deep connection with Jharkhand’s tribal communities and highlights the transformative work of selfless service in Dumka’s remote villages like Pathra under Ranishwar block.
๐ Swami Nityavratananda: Architect of Rural Transformation in Dumka
Since 2005, Swami Nityavratananda Maharaj has led Bharat Sevashram Sangha’s Dumka unit with unwavering dedication, focusing on education, healthcare, and empowerment of underprivileged tribal communities. Under his visionary leadership, the organization has become a beacon of hope in Pathra and surrounding villages of Ranishwar block.
Key Initiatives Under Swami Ji’s Leadership:
- Education Revolution: Free schooling, mid-day meals, uniforms, books for hundreds of tribal children
- Healthcare Outreach: Regular medical camps, elderly care, orphan support programs
- Skill Development: Vocational training in weaving, carpentry, handicrafts, agriculture for self-reliance
- Holistic Welfare: Sanitation drives, livelihood programs reducing migration
๐ Ol Chiki Centenary: Historic Presidential Visit Details
Event Highlights:
- President Murmu as Chief Guest at Disom Jaher Garh, Karandih
- Traditional Sendra welcome & Jaherthan prayers
- Felicitation of 10+ Santhali scholars & institutions
- Address on Ol Chiki’s 100-year legacy
VIP Attendance:
- Jharkhand Governor Santosh Gangwar
- Chief Minister Hemant Soren
- 800+ Santhali Writers Association delegates
- Local MLA Sanjeev Sardar
๐ชถ Ol Chiki Legacy: Pandit Raghunath Murmu’s Gift to Santali Pride
Created in 1925 by visionary Pandit Raghunath Murmu, the Ol Chiki script empowered the Santali language and preserved Jharkhand’s tribal identity. President Murmu’s recent release of the Constitution in Ol Chiki script marks a historic milestone in constitutional recognition.
๐ Why This Matters for Jharkhand & Dumka
“This Presidential honour validates grassroots service and elevates Dumka’s tribal welfare model to national inspiration.”
The event sends powerful messages: rural service workers deserve national recognition, tribal languages thrive alongside modern education, and Jharkhand’s cultural heritage finds its rightful place in India’s constitutional framework.
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Impact of the Ol Chiki Centenary Award Ceremony
The Ol Chiki Centenary Award is not merely a token of appreciation but a comprehensive recognition of the systemic changes initiated by dedicated individuals like Swami Nityavratananda Maharaj. When President Murmu confers the Ol Chiki Centenary Award, it sends a powerful message to millions across Jharkhand that grassroots development work merits national acknowledgment.
The Ol Chiki Centenary Award recognizes not just individual effort but the collective aspiration of the Santali community to preserve their linguistic heritage while embracing modern education. This award epitomizes the fusion of tradition and progress that defines contemporary Jharkhand.
Understanding the Significance of Ol Chiki Centenary Award in Tribal Education
The Ol Chiki Centenary Award carries special significance in the context of tribal education in Dumka. For over a century, since Pandit Raghunath Murmu created the script in 1925, the Ol Chiki script has been the bridge connecting Santali-speaking communities to their cultural roots. The Ol Chiki Centenary Award celebrates this enduring connection while supporting those who have devoted their lives to educational improvement in tribal regions.
How the Ol Chiki Centenary Award Supports Jharkhand’s Tribal Development
By presenting the Ol Chiki Centenary Award, President Murmu is reinforcing the Government of India’s commitment to tribal welfare and linguistic diversity. The award validates the work of organizations like Bharat Sevashram Sangha, which operates schools and wellness centers in remote Jharkhand villages. Recipients of the Ol Chiki Centenary Award such as Swami Nityavratananda Maharaj represent a model of sustainable social change that can be replicated across other tribal regions in India.
Key Takeaways on the Ol Chiki Centenary Award:
- The Ol Chiki Centenary Award honors century-long efforts to preserve Santali language and culture
- This award recognizes the intersection of traditional knowledge and modern education
- Awardees of the Ol Chiki Centenary Award become role models for social workers across India
- The Ol Chiki Centenary Award reinforces constitutional commitments to minority rights and tribal welfare
For more information on tribal educational initiatives in Jharkhand, visit the official Jharkhand Government website. You can also learn more about the Ol Chiki script on Wikipedia and its historical importance to the Santali community.
For further reading on Santali language preservation, check out related articles about Jharkhand Education Initiatives which discusses regional cultural education programs.
