Gunda Dhur

Gunda Dhur was a tribal leader from village Nethanar in Jagdalpur tehsil, of Bastar district, in present-day Chhattisgarh. He played a major role in 1910 rebellion of the Dhurwas of Kanger forest in Bastar, and led the rebellion. He is considered as a hero by many tribals of Bastar. The very first painting of Gunda dhur was made by renowned Bastar artist, Mr. Banshilal Vishwakarma which he forged by asking multiple tribes and villagers. This painting is widely used as a reference for his appearance.