Martyrs' Day: Honoring Sacrifices for India's Independence
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CNBC TV18•30-01-2026, 10:54
Martyrs' Day: Honoring Sacrifices for India's Independence
- •Martyrs' Day, or Shaheed Diwas, is observed in India to honor those who sacrificed their lives for Independence.
- •January 30th commemorates Mahatma Gandhi's assassination in New Delhi in 1948, focusing on non-violence and civil resistance.
- •March 23rd honors Bhagat Singh, Shivaram Rajguru, and Sukhdev Thapar, executed by the British in 1931 for their revolutionary actions.
- •These dates represent distinct approaches to the independence movement: non-violence vs. direct action.
- •Observances on January 30th include a two-minute silence at 11 am, with schools and public institutions halting activities for remembrance.
Why It Matters: Martyrs' Day in India commemorates sacrifices for independence, highlighting both non-violent and revolutionary paths.
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