Khurda Road Division marks Partition Horrors Remembrance Day with exhibitions and tributes

Bloodbath and untold human misery triggered by partition came alive on Thursday with the Khurda Road Division of East Coast Railway solemnly observing Partition Horrors Remembrance Day on Thursday, in remembrance of the countless lives lost and the immense suffering endured during the partition of India in 1947.

In a collective effort to honour the memory of those who suffered the horrors of partition, the Indian Railways, under the directive of the Government of India, organized a series of commemorative events across the Khurda Road Division. The observance focused on spreading awareness about the tragic human cost of partition and the significant role played by Indian Railways during that tumultuous period.

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Exhibitions on the “Role of Railways in Partition” were displayed at major stations over Khurda Road Railway Division like Khurda Road, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Bhadrak, Palasa, and Puri depicting the journeys and struggles during the migration.

Historic footage and informative videos were shown on Station TV Screens, highlighting the emotional and physical impact of the partition. Apart from this, special programmes were held at stations linked to partition history, reinforcing its impact and remembrance.

Patriotic songs played during the exhibitions fostered a spirit of unity, respect and remembrance among passengers and staff. Exhibitions at prominent station locations attracted large crowds, with many pausing to reflect on the stories of resilience and sacrifice.

The observance served not only as a tribute to the victims and survivors of the partition but also as a reminder of the resilience and unity that have shaped modern India.