Who is Bhawna Bohra, the Pandaria MLA Who Has Facilitated the Homecoming of 265 Tribals to Sanatan Dharma

Raipur, Chhattisgarh: Bhawna Bohra, the MLA from Pandaria in Kabirdham district, is once again in the spotlight for organizing a Hindu religious homecoming ceremony. Recently, 65 tribal men and women returned to Sanatan Dharma in a program held in Damgarh village of the Pandaria assembly constituency. With this, MLA Bohra has facilitated the return of a total of 265 people to their original faith.

Voluntary Religious Homecoming

Organizers emphasized that the homecoming was entirely voluntary, aimed at providing respect and social acceptance to families returning to their original faith. Tribal families were welcomed according to traditional customs and rituals. MLA Bhawna Bohra personally honored participants by washing their feet and presented them with gifts during the ceremony.

Reasons for Earlier Conversion

Those returning to Sanatan Dharma shared that they had previously converted due to illness, economic hardship, and challenging circumstances. With the right information and local initiatives, they have now come back to their original faith, experiencing mental peace and satisfaction.

Allegations Against Missionaries

Local residents alleged that missionary activities in tribal areas exploited gaps in education, healthcare, and employment. They claimed that promises of medical aid and economic assistance were used to encourage conversions over the years.

About Bhawna Bohra

Bhawna Bohra won the Pandaria assembly seat for the first time on a BJP ticket in the 2023 Chhattisgarh elections. She is actively working to bring back people in tribal-majority areas who had previously converted to other religions. Bohra is also one of the wealthiest MLAs in Chhattisgarh, with assets exceeding ₹33 crore and liabilities over ₹6 crore, according to her 2023 election affidavit.

Personal Life and Social Work

Bohra runs a school and is involved in various social initiatives through her organization. Prior to becoming an MLA, she served as the chairperson of the Kabirdham Zila Panchayat. Born in Ranveer village of Kawardha district, she is married to businessman Manish Bohra. She also operates a free ambulance service in Kabirdham district.