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Bhagat Singh: Revolutionary Icon's 117th Birth Anniversary

Bhagat Singh, born on September 28, 1907, in Banga, Punjab, Pakistan, was a revolutionary icon who joined the freedom movement at a young age. He was involved in the assassination of British officer J.P. Saunders in 1928.

Early Life and Path to Revolution

  • Born on September 28, 1907, in Banga, Punjab (now in Pakistan)
  • Raised in a patriotic Sikh family with a deep sense of nationalism
  • Witnessed the Jallianwala Bagh massacre at age 12, sparking his revolutionary spirit
  • Joined the freedom movement at a young age, influenced by socialist and anarchist ideologies
  • Member of the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association (HSRA)
  • Multilingual: fluent in Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi, and English

Key Revolutionary Acts and Martyrdom

  • Involved in the assassination of British officer J.P. Saunders in 1928
  • Participated in the symbolic bombing of the Central Legislative Assembly in Delhi in 1929
  • Arrested and gained public sympathy through a hunger strike in prison
  • Executed by hanging on March 23, 1931, at the age of 23, along with Sukhdev and Rajguru
  • Execution carried out in secrecy, a day before the scheduled trial

Ideological Foundations and Legacy

  • Advocated for complete independence from British rule
  • Strong proponent of socialism and equitable distribution of wealth
  • Wrote extensively on subjects like communalism, inequality, religion, and right to protest
  • Became a symbol of resistance against colonial rule and inspiration for future generations
  • Revered as "Shaheed-e-Azam" (Great Martyr) in Urdu and Punjabi
  • Admired across political spectrum, from communists to right-wing Hindu nationalists

Bhagat Singh Jayanti: Significance and Celebrations

  • Celebrated annually on September 28th, marking his birth anniversary
  • 2024 marks the 117th birth anniversary of Bhagat Singh
  • Day of remembrance for his extraordinary courage and dedication to freedom
  • Nationwide celebrations through various events, discussions, and programs
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute, emphasizing Singh's selfless dedication
  • PM urges citizens to cultivate the same passion for the nation
  • Serves as a reminder of the power of youth in shaping the nation's future

Quotes and Writings

Some notable quotes and writings by Bhagat Singh:

  • "Inquilab Zindabad!" (Long live the revolution!)
  • "Life is dear, but freedom is dearer"
  • "The ultimate goal of revolution is to establish a socialist order"

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