Jamshedpur: Congress leaders and workers gathered in Bodam on Sunday to observe the martyrdom anniversary of Ramlal Mahto, paying heartfelt tributes to the late leader’s legacy of social service.
Honoring a Grassroots Visionary
Under the leadership of Bodam Block Congress President Dr. Manoj Kumar Mahto, party functionaries garlanded the statue of Ramlal Mahto and offered floral tributes. District Congress President Parvinder Singh, attending as the chief guest, joined former District President Anand Bihari Dubey and Working President Awadhesh Kumar Singh in remembering Mahto’s contributions.
Speakers at the event highlighted Mahto’s visionary approach to rural development, focusing on:
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Agriculture: Innovative ideas to boost local farming.
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Employment: Strategies for rural job creation.
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Migration: Efforts to curb the exodus of rural youth to cities.
“We must draw inspiration from Ramlal Mahto’s ideals and dedicate ourselves to the welfare of the grassroots society,” stated Parvinder Singh during his address.
Community Outreach and Felicitations
The commemorative program extended beyond speeches to direct community support. Representatives from the Panchayat, Block, and Mandal levels across Bodam and Patamda joined local villagers in the following activities:
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Educational Support: Organizers distributed notebooks and pens to local children.
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Honoring Elders: Party leaders presented traditional angavastrams to senior citizens and women as a mark of respect.
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Villager Participation: Large numbers of locals offered flowers at the statue, reflecting the deep reverence the community holds for the martyr.
The event, anchored by Kishanlal Mahto, saw active coordination from party workers including Sudhir Tudu, Balram Mahto, and Shishulal Mahto, ensuring a successful tribute to the fallen leader.
