Prime Minister Narendra Modi Thursday led the nation in observing Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, paying tribute to the millions of people who suffered during India’s partition in 1947.
In a heartfelt message posted on handle X, PM Modi described the partition as a “tragic chapter” in Indian history, remembering the upheaval and pain endured by countless people.
“India observes#Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, remembering the upheaval and pain endured by countless people during that tragic chapter of our history,” PM Modi said, paying heartfelt tributes to all those people who suffered during the partition, acknowledging their pain and resilience.
“It is also a day to honour their grit…their ability to face unimaginable loss and still find the strength to start afresh. Many of those affected went on to rebuild their lives and achieve remarkable milestones. This day is also a reminder of our enduring responsibility to strengthen the bonds of harmony that hold our country together,” the Prime Minister emphasised.
PM Modi honoured the ability of people to face unimaginable loss and still rebuild their lives, achieving remarkable milestones.
Other leaders, including Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, also paid tribute to the victims, emphasising national unity and urging people to give a befitting reply to anti-national forces.