The Man Who Stood Up For The Forgotten Birhors

This is the story of a man who didn’t wait for change — he became it.The Man Who Stood Up For The Forgotten Birhors traces the extraordinary life of Jageshwar Yadav, a quiet revolutionary from Chhattisgarh who dedicated his life to the forgotten Birhor tribe. Born in 1955, Yadav’s journey began with a simple question: why were tribal children left behind? What followed was decades of unwavering work — securing land rights, building schools, launching health campaigns, and igniting dignity among some of India’s most marginalised communities.About Padma PridePadma Pride is an inspiring audio series by The Good Sight and Rise Against Hunger India, celebrating Padma Awardees and their extraordinary impact. Every Sunday, we bring you the story of a changemaker shaping India’s future. (Narration: Shalini Singh, The Good Sight).💌 We’d love to hear from you! Share your thoughts at⁠ [email protected]⁠.