December 26 to be observed as 'Veer Baal Diwas' as tribute to courage of 'Sahibzade'
In a fitting tribute to the courage of the Sahibzade, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday announced that December 26 would be marked as ‘Veer Baal Diwas’.
"Today, on the auspicious occasion of the Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, I am honoured to share that starting this year, December 26 shall be marked as ‘Veer Baal Diwas.’ This is a fitting tribute to the courage of the Sahibzades and their quest for justice," PM Narendra Modi said.
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"Veer Baal Diwas will be on the same day Sahibzada Zorawar Singh Ji and Sahibzada Fateh Singh Ji attained martyrdom after being sealed alive in a wall. These two greats preferred death instead of deviating from the noble principles of Dharma," he added.
He further said that "The bravery and ideals of Mata Gujri, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and the 4 Sahibzades give strength to millions of people. They never bowed to injustice. They envisioned a world that is inclusive and harmonious. It is the need of the hour for more people to know about them."
It is pertinent to mention that Shiromani Akali Dal had been demanding the same for a long time.
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