Mitra Bir

Mitra Madhav Bir (30 December 1932 – 1 June 1978) was a freedom fighter and social worker from Goa. She actively participated in the Goan independence movement, enduring imprisonment for her activism, and subsequently dedicated her life to the fields of education and social welfare.

Early and personal life Mitravrinda Vasant Sinai Kakodkar was born on 30 December 1932 in Kakoda, located in the Quepem taluka. She pursued higher studies, successfully earning both Master of Arts (M.A.) and Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degrees. She finished her final school certification in 1949 and then joined Karnatak College, Dharwad.

She was married to Madhav Ramkrishna Bir. She is also the aunt of Amita Kanekar.

Death Bir died in an accident on 1 June 1978.

Legacy In her honour, her husband Madhav R. Bir established the 'Mitra Bir Pratishthan' (Mitra Bir Foundation). To commemorate her contributions to society, the foundation annually presents an award to a woman who has achieved outstanding distinction in the social sector of Goa.