Quick Info
| Profession | Labourer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 14/01/1934 |
| Age | 73 years (died on 17, Aug, 2007) |
| Birthplace | Gehlaur, Bihar, British India |
| Date of Death | 17/08/2007 |
Latest News about Dashrath Manjhi
17/08/2025
On the 18th death anniversary of Dashrath Manjhi, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi paid tribute to the 'Mountain Man' and met his family in Bihar's Gaya district. Gandhi stated that Manjhi's struggle and determination will continue to inspire everyone, emphasizing that strong intentions can overcome any obstacle.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Dashrath Manjhi |
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| Nickname | Mountain Man |
| Famous For | Carving a path through a hill on his own |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | N/A |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Caste | Scheduled Caste |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Widower |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Dashrath Manjhi belonged to a Musahar family, known as Rat-catchers. | |
| 2. He spent seven years working in a coal mine in Dhanbad. | |
| 3. Following his wife's passing, he carved a path through a mountain to assist the community. | |
| 4. He carved a 110-meter-long, 9.1-meter-wide, and 7.7-meter-deep path through a ridge of hills using only a hammer and a chisel. | |
| 5. His work shortened travel between the Atri and Wazirganj blocks of Gaya district from 55 km to 15 km. | |
| 6. In 2016, India Post issued a postage stamp featuring Manjhi. |