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Posted 30 May 2024

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The Ministry of Tribal Affairs observes Raghoji Bhangre’s  martyrdom.

About Raghoji Bhangre (1805-1848) 

  • He was a tribal leader born in Devgaon village of the Ahmednagar district, in present-day Maharashtra. 
  • He was from the Koli community.
  • He was the son of Ramji Rao Bhangre who also resisted British rule and was subsequently hanged in Cellular Jail.

Key contributions:

  • Bhangre led a campaign against exploitative moneylenders and colonial rule.
  • Led Koli community against the exploitative British government.
  • He was eventually captured in 1847 and later hanged.

Values: 

  • Courage, patriotism, etc.
  • Tags :
  • Raghoji Bhangre
  • Koli community.
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