Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann paid heartfelt tributes to the great revolutionaries of India’s freedom struggle on the occasion of their martyrdom. Through a tweet, Mann remembered the sacrifices of Shaheed Pandit Ram Prasad Bismil, Shaheed Ashfaqulla Khan, and Shaheed Thakur Roshan Singh, the prominent leaders of the historic Kakori Conspiracy.
ਭਾਰਤੀ ਸੁਤੰਤਰਤਾ ਸੰਗਰਾਮ ਦੇ ਸ਼ਹੀਦ ਅਤੇ “ਕਾਕੋਰੀ ਕਾਂਡ” ਦੇ ਪ੍ਰਮੁੱਖ ਇਨਕਲਾਬੀ, ਸ਼ਹੀਦ ਪੰਡਿਤ ਰਾਮ ਪ੍ਰਸਾਦ ਬਿਸਮਿਲ ਜੀ, ਸ਼ਹੀਦ ਅਸ਼ਫ਼ਾਕ ਉੱਲਾ ਖ਼ਾਨ ਜੀ ਅਤੇ ਸ਼ਹੀਦ ਠਾਕੁਰ ਰੌਸ਼ਨ ਸਿੰਘ ਜੀ ਦੀ ਸ਼ਹਾਦਤ ਮੌਕੇ ਉਹਨਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਕੋਟਿ ਕੋਟਿ ਪ੍ਰਣਾਮ ਕਰਦੇ ਹਾਂ। ਦੇਸ਼ ਦੀ ਆਜ਼ਾਦੀ ਲਈ ਇਹਨਾਂ ਮਹਾਨ ਕ੍ਰਾਂਤੀਕਾਰੀਆਂ ਦੀ ਕੁਰਬਾਨੀ ਨੂੰ ਹਮੇਸ਼ਾ ਯਾਦ… pic.twitter.com/cWxkj5cSLe
— Bhagwant Mann (@BhagwantMann) December 19, 2024
In his tweet, the Chief Minister said, “On the occasion of the martyrdom of Pandit Ram Prasad Bismil Ji, Ashfaqulla Khan Ji, and Thakur Roshan Singh Ji, I bow to them with utmost respect. These brave revolutionaries laid down their lives for the freedom of the nation, and their sacrifices will always be remembered.”
Legacy of the Kakori Heroes
The Kakori Conspiracy of 1925 was a significant event in the Indian independence movement. The act, carried out to fund revolutionary activities by looting a British train carrying government treasury, highlighted the courage and patriotism of these young revolutionaries. Though the British administration sentenced them to death for their actions, their sacrifices continue to inspire generations.
Remembering Their Contributions
Ram Prasad Bismil, known for his fiery poetry and leadership, Ashfaqulla Khan, a symbol of Hindu-Muslim unity, and Thakur Roshan Singh, a fearless patriot, remain icons of India’s fight for freedom. Bhagwant Mann emphasized the importance of remembering their martyrdom to honor their contributions to the nation’s independence.
The Chief Minister’s tribute underscores the gratitude and respect owed to these heroes who gave their lives for the country. The state joins in remembering their sacrifices and ensuring their legacy lives on in the hearts of every Indian.
