Uttarakhand CM Honors 1822 Revolution Martyrs

• 03 Oct 2024

Why in News?

Uttarakhand Chief Minister commemorated the martyrs of the 1822-24 Kunja Bahadurpur, Roorkee revolution during the 200^th Balidan Diwas.

Key Points

• Tribute to Martyrs:
  • CM paid homage to 152 martyrs of the 1822-24 Kunja Bahadurpur revolution.
  • The 1822-24 revolution refers to a historical event where people fought against British rule in India, seeking freedom and justice.
  • Tribute to key figures like Raja Vijay Singh and Senapati Kalyan Singh.
  • A book on the 1822-24 martyrs was released during the event.
  • CM announced efforts to designate the Balidani Sthal as a national memorial.
  • Commended the work of the Shaheed Raja Vijay Singh Memorial and the Kanya Shiksha Prasar Samiti for promoting the martyrs' legacies.
• Remembering National Leaders:
  • Earlier, Dhami honored Mahatma Gandhi on his 155^th birth anniversary and Lal Bahadur Shastri on his 120^th birth anniversary.
  • Emphasized Gandhi's principles of truth and non-violence and their enduring influence.
• Alignment with National Goals:
  • Highlighted national efforts toward Atmanirbhar Bharat, aligning with Gandhi's vision for a clean, healthy, and prosperous India.