Quarterly Newsletter of West Bengal Bhumij Development Board, Government of West Bengal
In the first newsletter "Bhumij" published through the West Bengal Bhumij Development Board under the management of the Tribal Development Department of the Government of West Bengal, the socio-economic position of the Bhumij community across the state has been highlighted. Besides, through this, various activities, protection of Bhumij language, heritage, and culture, folk art, education, and sports, including various technical and vocational training related matters, will be highlighted.
Deriving from Sanskrit "bhūmi", meaning land or soil. It literally translates to "one who is born from the soil," emphasizing their autochthonous nature.
Scholarly interpretations suggest "Bhūm-jo" signifies people originating specifically from the ancient "Bhum" territories of the eastern plateau.
British ethnographic records by Dalton highlight the Bhumij as the primal inhabitants of Dhalbhum and Barabhum, predating major migrations.
Interactive heritage map showcasing the primary settlement corridors of the Bhumij tribe. Hover over regions to explore.
Primal Heartland
Cultural Heartland & Leadership
Ancestral Hills
Tea Garden Belt
Policies and programs designed to protect, preserve, and empower the Bhumij community.
Constitutional recognition in Jharkhand, Odisha, and West Bengal, ensuring legal and social safeguards.
Comprehensive scholarship programs and Eklavya residential schools for academic excellence.
Recognition of Bhumij as a second state language (2019) and active promotion of the Ol Onal script.
Bhumij is a refined Austroasiatic language of the Munda subfamily, utilizing the unique Ol Onal script for its literary expression.
A legendary ancient martial art tradition representing the warrior heritage and rhythmic combat mastery of the Bhumij people.
The core spiritual path, centered on nature worship and the preservation of sacred groves, coexisting harmoniously with traditional practices.
Primal establishing of territories in Dhalbhum and Patkum.
Primal establishing of territories in Dhalbhum and Patkum.
Epoch of Zamindars and Rajas among the Bhumij aristocracy.
Epoch of Zamindars and Rajas among the Bhumij aristocracy.
Chuar Rebellion: Uprising against East India Company policies.
Chuar Rebellion: Uprising against East India Company policies.
Formal recognition of Bhumij as Scheduled Tribe.
Formal recognition of Bhumij as Scheduled Tribe.
Freedom Fighter
Queen of Karnagarh, legendary leader of the Chuar Rebellion.
Revolutionary
Spearheaded the Bhumij Revolt against colonial land policies.
Padma Shri
World-renowned exponent of the tribal Chhau dance.
Rebellion Leader
A key strategist in the resistance against British forces.
Messages from distinguished dignitaries
Chief Minister, West Bengal
<p>Under the management of the Tribal Development Department of the Government of West Bengal, and through the initiative of the Chairman of the Bhumij Development Board and the Divisional Commissioner of Medinipur Division, an initiative has been taken to publish a “quarterly newsletter” titled <em>“Bhumij Khabar”</em> with the objective of bringi...
Minister-in-Charge, Tribal Development Department, Government of West Bengal
<p>With the objective of making the Bhumij community stronger, more inclusive, and future-oriented, an initiative has been taken by the West Bengal Bhumij Development Board and the Divisional Commissioner of Medinipur Division to publish a “quarterly newsletter” titled <em>“Bhumij Khabar”</em>, aimed at bringing before the public the issues and exp...
Principal Secretary, Tribal Development Department, Government of West Bengal
<p>With the objective of bringing before the public the issues and experiences of the Bhumij community of the state and the groups under this division, an initiative has been taken by the West Bengal Bhumij Development Board to publish a quarterly newsletter titled <em>“Bhumij Khabar.”</em> Through this newsletter, the people of the state will be a...
History, culture, and heritage of the Bhumij community
<p><strong>“West Bengal Bhumij Development Board”</strong> has been constituted in accordance with Resolution No. 157-TD...
<p>The Hon’ble Chairman of the West Bengal Bhumij Development Board and the Divisional Commissioner of Medinipur Divisio...
<p>After the British rulers obtained the Diwani rights of Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa in 1765, the shadow of British imper...
<p>Blessed is my life, for I was born into the Bhumij community. My chest swells with pride whenever I remember the glor...
<p>: Honorable Mahendranath Sardar** **Rules or Techniques for Writing in Al-On Script:-** *(A chart of the Al-On alphab...
<p>In 1765, after obtaining the Diwani (revenue-collecting rights) from the Mughals, British imperialism, acting in the ...
Listen to my words O people, The elders of our first village, The elders of our first village. Let us all walk together as one. Mountain rocks and trees are our home We all say this. Let us all walk together as one. Our words and our language We speak them with pride. Just like the father knows the child We shall cherish each other, Listen to my words O people, The elders of our first village, Let us all walk together as one. Our language is our identity We shall not let it fade. Our rules, religion, dance and songs They are ours alone, We shall not let them fade Let us all walk together as one. Listen to my words O people, The elders of our first village, Let us all walk together as one. Let us all walk as one, Let us all walk as one.
Winter has arrived, The Murukh flower has bloomed. With its bright reddish-orange hue, The whole country is decorated. It comes with gentle swaying, In our midst. It will go to the end of the field, When the Baha Chadur is over. It brings beauty to this mortal world, With its different colors. After the fun of Chadur, It goes on its own path. How many days will love remain, In our midst. For those many days love will stay, In the festive path. With the color and form of the Murukh flower, The festive mood is in the heart. Beneath the Murukh tree, Let there be dance and song. Don't knock down the Murukh flower, Don't trample it. The honey-sweet nectar of Murukh, The mountain birds will sip. Don't cut down the Murukh tree, Don't break its branches. Because if there is Murukh flower among us, It will surely come back next year.
Rain, oh rain So much rain, monsoon rain. It rains from the morning It rains till the evening It rains the whole day It rains the whole night Rain, oh rain, So much rain. Monsoon rain Drizzling rain Splashing rain Rain in the mountains Rain in the valleys Rain in the fields Rain in the rivers Rain everywhere So much rain, Rain, oh rain. Monsoon rain Dark clouds in the sky New rain everywhere No one goes out because of the rain We stay hidden in the huts Rain, oh rain So much rain Monsoon rain Rain, oh rain So much rain Monsoon rain.
After thorough discussion among the board members, it was requested to prepare a consolidated list of their proposals and submit them in the next general meeting. PO and DWOs were requested to provide
After thorough discussion among the board members, it was requested to prepare a consolidated list of their proposals and submit them in the next gene
The list and proposal of the respective settlements must be submitted to PO cum DWOs by 12-11-2014. The money allocated by the government must be transferred from the District Magistrate, Purulia. The
The list and proposal of the respective settlements must be submitted to PO cum DWOs by 12-11-2014. The money allocated by the government must be tran
A new bank account has been opened at PO (BCW) office Purulia. The allocated money for 25 Hargali lands was deposited on 02.01.2015. A proposal has been made for the renovation of the board office roo
A new bank account has been opened at PO (BCW) office Purulia. The allocated money for 25 Hargali lands was deposited on 02.01.2015. A proposal has be
The process of granting for approved funds according to the plan list is ongoing in various districts. Proposed scheme lists must be submitted within a specific date for granting after correction. Unt
The process of granting for approved funds according to the plan list is ongoing in various districts. Proposed scheme lists must be submitted within
Member Secretary presents the financial progress report of the approved projects. Emphasis has been requested on projects that have not yet started and where progress is slow. For the 2014-15 financia
Member Secretary presents the financial progress report of the approved projects. Emphasis has been requested on projects that have not yet started an
1. For boundary wall construction of Berapal Jaherthan, RS Plot No. 26 of Teilokapur Mouza will be used instead of RS Plot No. 18. 2. Outreach camps for caste certificates and land mutation will be or
1. For boundary wall construction of Berapal Jaherthan, RS Plot No. 26 of Teilokapur Mouza will be used instead of RS Plot No. 18. 2. Outreach camps f
| Sl. | Name | Designation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
person
Dr. Godala Kiran Kumar, IAS
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Divisional Commissioner, Medinipur Division — Chairman |
| 2 |
person
Shri Anshuman Adhikari, WBCS
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Special Divisional Commissioner — Member Secretary |
| 3 |
person
Shri Rampada Singh Sardar
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Vice Chairman (Ex-Vice Chairman 07/03/2014 - 04/09/2024) |
| 4 |
person
Shri Nityalal Singh
|
Vice Chairman |
| 5 |
person
Shri Dhananjaya Sardar
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Vice Chairman |
| 6 |
person
Shri Nitai Singh Sardar
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Member |
| 7 |
person
Shri Dhananjaya Mura
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Member |
| 8 |
person
Shri Gopal Singh
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Member |
| 9 |
person
Shri Sanjib Singh Sardar
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Member |
| 10 |
person
Shri Paritosh Sardar
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Member |
| 11 |
person
Shri Manotosh Singh
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Member |
| 12 |
person
Shri Lakshmi Narayan Singh Sardar
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Member |
| 13 |
person
Shri Nepal Singh
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Member |
| 14 |
person
Shri Ajay Kumar Bhumij
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Member |