MLA Rajesh Kachhap Flagged Off the Historic Pilgrimage to Sirsi Ta Naale from Sadma Sarna Site
Ranchi – Sirsi Ta Naale, located in Dumri block of Gumla district, is an important religious site for the tribal community. Situated amidst 1000-feet high mountains and dense forests, this place is a symbol of the deep faith of the tribal community. Anjan Munda, at the age of 12, had vowed to embark on a pilgrimage by fasting for 57 weeks from the age of 25 and offer water at Sirsi Ta Naale. Following this tradition, hundreds of Sarna followers from the Ormanjhi area are participating in this historic pilgrimage this year.
The journey began on January 27, 2025, from the Sadma Sarna site, where, under the banner of the 22 Padha Sarna Prayer Assembly, the Chief Guest, Deputy Leader of the Legislative Party and MLA of Khijri Assembly Constituency, Rajesh Kachhap, flagged off the pilgrims by draping them with the Sarna flag and shawl. MLA Rajesh Kachhap blessed the pilgrims and wished them peace and prosperity during their journey.
During the journey, the pilgrims will gather at different locations on the following dates: on January 27, at Piska Nagri (Duuri + School), January 28 at Bharno (Dombi School), January 29 at Kudukh Bhavan Bamne, January 30 at Manjatoli Community Activity Center, and on January 31 at Chainpur Silpari. From these locations, they will collectively head towards Sirsi Ta Naale. Sirsi Ta Naale is a major center for the religious and cultural heritage of the tribal community. Every year, on the first Thursday of February, a mass prayer and fair is held, with tribal devotees participating from states such as Jharkhand, Bihar, Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Assam, and Odisha. This fair celebrates the religious beliefs and cultural traditions of the tribal community.
The site has become a symbol of not only religious faith but also the cultural heritage of the tribals. A large number of devotees are participating in this year’s pilgrimage, gathering to offer water and perform prayers at Sirsi Ta Naale. The pilgrimage is a symbol of the unity, faith, and traditions of the tribal society, held with reverence and respect each year.
On this occasion, the Chief Guest, Deputy Leader of the Legislative Party and MLA of Khijri, Rajesh Kachhap, and distinguished guests including Kamisnor Munda , Ramesh Chandra Oraon, Babulal Mahli, Premnath Munda, Samundar Pahan, Lalita Pahan, Pami Munda Mukhiya Seema Tirki, Geeta Kachhap, Shani Pahan, Ravi Munda, Mahavir Oraon, Saghan Oraon, Sukra Oraon, and several active members of 22 Padha were present.
