Freedom fighters Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru, who laughed and kissed the noose for the country, are being remembered for their martyrdom today. On 23 March 1931, these three sons of India had sacrificed their lives for Mother Bharati. At a very young age, he made the supreme sacrifice for the country. Many politicians including Prime Minister Modi have paid tribute to him on this occasion.
Prime Minister Modi wrote on Twitter, ‘Many salutes to the immortal sons of Mother India, Veer Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru on Martyr’s Day. His passion to die for the motherland will always inspire the countrymen. Long live India!’
Union Home Minister Amit Shah saluted the patriotism of the three martyrs. He said, ‘These three martyrs have an invaluable contribution in awakening the independence during foreign rule. Even today Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru are inspirations for the youth.
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal tweeted, ‘I bow to the immortal symbols of the country’s freedom movement, Shaheed Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru on their martyrdom day. Every countryman will forever be indebted to the immortal sacrifice of these heroes of the country.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi remembered Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru and said, these three have become one idea and will live forever. Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru are the thoughts that will remain immortal forever. Whenever a voice will be raised against injustice, these martyrs will have an expression in that voice. The heart in which there will be the desire to die for the country, in that heart will be the name of these three heroes.
Congress MP Manish Tewari has demanded that Chandigarh International Airport be named after Shaheed Bhagat Singh. Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann and Amit Shah have put forth their demand regarding this. Let us tell you that on December 1928, Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev together planned to kill British officer James Scott in Lahore to avenge the murder of Lala Lajpat Rai.
Superintendent of Police John Saunders lost his life in the attack of these three youths by mistake. After this the three fighters were hanged on 23 March 1931.