People
Profiles of remembered public figures and community voices.
Chief Minister of Maharashtra (1963–1975) · Banjara leader and reformer
Longest-serving Chief Minister of Maharashtra. Born in a Banjara family in Gahuli near Pusad (Yavatmal). Remembered for agricultural modernisation, rural governance, and opening pathways for denotified and nomadic communities through education and policy.
Tirumala devotee-saint · remembered in Banjara tradition with Hathiramji Mutt
Also called Hathiram Bhavaji / Hathiram Baba. Remembered as a devotee of Lord Venkateswara at Tirumala; the Hathiramji Mutt that grew around his memory later administered the temple (1843–1932) before TTD. Banjara tradition links his ashram to community pilgrimage and to Sant Sevalal Maharaj’s stay as Sevadas.
Spiritual guide and social reformer · also known as Sevabhaya
Revered by many Gor Banjara / Lambadi communities as a guru and reformer. Remembered for teaching service, opposing harmful customs, and shaping community identity. Exact local traditions about his life can vary by region.