Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate India’s first digital museum dedicated to tribal freedom heroes in Chhattisgarh tomorrow, showcasing the valour and sacrifices of tribal warriors who fought
against British colonial rule. Named the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Memorial and Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum, the facility has been built at a cost of Rs 50 crore across 10 acres of land.
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai said the state-of-the-art digital museum will serve as a global hub for tribal culture and heritage, preserving the legacy of indigenous warriors while inspiring future generations with their courage and patriotism.
The inauguration comes ahead of Tribal Pride Week (Janjatiya Gaurav Saptah) later this month, which celebrates the contributions of tribal communities to India’s freedom movement.
All You Need To Know On India’s First Digital Museum On Tribal Freedom Fighters
The museum is a tribute to Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh, the landlord of Sonakhan and the first martyr from Chhattisgarh’s freedom struggle, who led a revolt against British oppression. It also chronicles the region’s major tribal uprisings, including the Halba Rebellion, Sarguja Revolt, Bhopalpatnam, Paralkot, Tarapur, Lingagiri, Koie, Meria, Muria, Rani Chauris, Bhumkal and Sonakhan movements, along with the Jhanda and Jungle Satyagrahas.
The museum uses VFX technology, digital projections, interactive displays and QR codes to offer visitors an engaging and educational experience. The entrance features wood carvings by Sarguja artisans and replicas of sacred Sal, Mahua and Saja trees, whose digital leaves narrate stories of 14 tribal revolts. The museum also includes sculptures of tribal icons such as Bhagwan Birsa Munda and Shaheed Gend Singh, selfie zones and accessibility features for senior citizens and differently-abled visitors.
