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Union Minister Jual Oram Makes Acting Debut As Nishadraj In Delhi Ramlila
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News18•17-10-2026, 17:33
Union Minister Jual Oram Makes Acting Debut As Nishadraj In Delhi Ramlila
- •Union Tribal Affairs Minister Jual Oram stepped away from politics temporarily to play the role of Nishadraj in a Ramayan play at Delhi's Lal Qila Maidan.
- •The 65-year-old six-time BJP MP from Sundargarh eagerly accepted the role due to his tribal roots and personal connection with the character.
- •Nishadraj is a revered tribal king in the Ramayan known for his deep devotion to Lord Rama and for hosting Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana during their exile.
- •Oram noted that his only previous acting experience was during his school days when he played a lead role in a religious play.
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Union Minister Jual Oram played the role of Nishadraj, Lord Ram's friend and the King of Shringverpur, in a Ramayan play organized by the Lav Kush Ramlila Committee at Delhi's Lal Qila Maidan.
Jual Oram is a 65-year-old Union Tribal Affairs Minister and a six-time BJP Member of Parliament representing Sundargarh in Odisha.
Nishadraj was a tribal king who ruled the Nishadha kingdom on the banks of the Ganga and was known for his wisdom, humility, and devotion to Lord Rama, whom he welcomed during his exile.
