Sukhdev Jayanti: Shah, Yogi Pay Emotional Homage
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On a day steeped in revolutionary history, May 15 saw Union Home Minister Amit Shah and several chief ministers bow before the memory of Shaheed Sukhdev. The occasion—Sukhdev’s jayanti—sparked a wave of posts celebrating his role in India’s fight for azadi.
Amit Shah’s tribute was poignant: ‘Koti-koti pranam to Sukhdev on his jayanti. This fearless patriot made independence his life’s mission, sacrificing all with Bhagat Singh and Rajguru to avenge Lala Lajpat Rai.’ He affirmed that Sukhdev’s legacy would eternally motivate selfless service.
Yogi Adityanath from Uttar Pradesh extended ‘vinamra shraddhanjali,’ noting how Sukhdev’s devoted life urges citizens to defend Bharat’s honor unyieldingly.
Delhi’s Rekha Gupta emphasized the revolutionary’s young age at martyrdom: ‘Sukhdev ji’s supreme offering inspires across eras. His courage is a national treasure.’
Bihar’s Samrat Choudhary, Haryana’s Nayab Saini, and Rajasthan’s Bhajan Lal Sharma joined with messages of ‘shat-shat naman,’ each highlighting themes of bravery, patriotism, and inspiration for future generations.
Sukhdev’s life was one of action—from student activism to leading HSRA operations. His intellect matched his daring; he was the strategist behind many bold strikes. Hanged at Lahore Central Jail, his final words echoed defiance.
In today’s polarized politics, these cross-party tributes stand out, bridging divides through shared reverence for freedom fighters. They remind us that true nationalism transcends partisanship, rooted in the blood of martyrs like Sukhdev.
As the sun set on May 15, the echoes of ‘Inquilab Zindabad’ lingered, a call to perpetuate the unfinished work of building an equitable, sovereign India.
