Delhi CM unveils Bhagat Singh’s statue on his martyrdom day at historic court trial room at Parliament Street

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday unveiled a grand statue of Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh on the RCS office premises at Parliament Street here on the occasion of his martyrdom day while inaugurating the restored ‘Historical Court Trial Room’.
Notably, being the venue where the trial of legendary freedom fighters Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev was conducted during the struggle for independence, the landmark site holds immense historic significance.

Delhi Ministers Parvesh Verma, Manjinder Singh Sirsa, Ravinder Indraj Singh, and Kapil Mishra were present on the occasion, along with Yadvinder Singh Sandhu, Bhagat Singh’s grandson, and other dignitaries.

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Speaking on the occasion, CM Gupta stated that March 23 is a day of immense pride and emotional remembrance for the entire nation. “This day reminds everyone of the supreme sacrifice made by the brave freedom fighters who laid down their lives for the country’s liberation. Seeing these memories revitalized within this historic complex is a moment of profound pride and emotion for every Indian,” she added.

Gupta emphasized that the conservation and restoration of this historic site is more than just a construction project, but a vital effort to preserve the nation’s heritage.
She said it would allow future generations to connect with the history of the freedom struggle and urged every citizen to visit the site to experience firsthand the struggles and sacrifices of the freedom fighters. “Bhagat Singh’s statue will continue to inspire the youth to fight against injustice and dedicate themselves to the nation,” Gupta averred.
Speaking on the occasion, Minister Ravinder Indraj Singh said, “We have made a concerted effort to preserve the facts and essence of the place where cries of ‘Inquilab’ once echoed and where Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh appeared for trial.”

He further said that the installation of the statue is not just paying a tribute, but providing a source of inspiration for countrymen, especially the youth, to learn closely about his life, ideologies, and martyrdom.
Earlier in the day, CM Gupta visited the Vidhan Sabha to pay floral tributes at the statues of Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, and Rajguru.