Nation Pays Tribute To Jallianwala Bagh Massacre Martyrs On 107th Anniversary
The nation observed the 107th anniversary of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre on Monday, paying homage to the hundreds of innocent people killed by British forces in 1919 in Amritsar, Punjab. The tragic event, which saw unarmed civilians fired upon during a peaceful gathering, became a turning point that intensified India’s struggle for independence.
President Droupadi Murmu paid tributes to the martyrs through a social media post. She noted that the incident awakened a new sense of consciousness and strengthened the resolve for freedom among Indians. The President added that the country would always remain grateful to those who sacrificed their lives and expressed confidence that their patriotic spirit would continue to inspire citizens to serve the nation with dedication and loyalty.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also remembered the martyrs on social media. He described their sacrifice as a powerful reminder of the people’s unyielding spirit and stated that the courage and determination shown by them continue to motivate future generations to uphold the values of freedom, justice, and dignity.
Home Minister Amit Shah highlighted the inhuman nature of the British regime exposed on that day. In his post, he recalled how bullets were fired on unarmed countrymen assembled peacefully at Jallianwala Bagh. Shah said the massacre shook the entire nation and fuelled the spirit of revolution in leaders like Bhagat Singh and Udham Singh. He termed the incident a historic turning point that gave fresh momentum to the Indian freedom struggle.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh offered his tributes as well. In a social media message, he called the sacrifice a defining moment in India’s freedom movement that awakened the nation’s collective conscience. Singh added that the martyrs’ courage continues to inspire generations to stand for justice, dignity, and self-respect.
The Jallianwala Bagh National Memorial Trust organised commemorative events to mark the 107th martyrdom day.
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