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'Immortal freedom fighters': Prez Murmu pays homage to the martyrs of Jallianwala Bagh

IANS | April 13, 2026 10:07 AM

NEW DELHI: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday paid humble tribute to all the immortal freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives at Jallianwala Bagh and said that the nation will forever remain grateful to them.

President Murmu took to social media 'X' and said, "I pay my humble tribute to all the immortal freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives at Jallianwala Bagh. This event infused the people of the nation with a renewed consciousness and unwavering resolve for freedom. The nation will forever remain grateful to them. I am confident that their spirit of patriotism will continue to inspire everyone to move forward on the path of national service with dedication and devotion."

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also took to social media 'X' and said, "Remembering and paying my heartfelt tributes to all those innocent Indians who were sacrificed their lives in the Jallianwala Bagh massacre on this day in 1919. Their sacrifice remains a defining moment in India’s freedom struggle, awakening the nation’s collective conscience. Their courage continues to inspire generations to stand for justice, dignity and self-respect."

April 13, 2026, signifies the 107th anniversary of the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre, a dark and pivotal moment in the history of India's fight for sovereignty.

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