New Delhi, May 28: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla paid homage to freedom fighter Veer Vinayak Damodar Savarkar on the occasion of his birth anniversary in the central hall of Parliament on Thursday.
During the ceremony, Union Health and Family Welfare Minister JP Nadda, Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju, Minister of Law and Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Arjun Ram Meghwal, BJP National President Nitin Nabin, along with several Members of Parliament and former MPs, also paid their respects to Savarkar.
Om Birla expressed on the social media platform X, “I paid tribute to the great revolutionary Vinayak Damodar Savarkar Ji, a symbol of unwavering dedication to the motherland, in the central hall of the Constitutional Assembly on his birth anniversary. Savarkar Ji dedicated his entire life to the nation’s freedom. He not only strengthened revolutionary ideology in India but also abroad, igniting a sense of patriotism among many youths. His thoughts, writings, and organizational skills against British rule infused new energy into the freedom movement.”
He added, “Despite harsh imprisonment and torture, he prioritized the nation’s interests and the resolve for independence above all else. Savarkar Ji’s life is a unique example of sacrifice, struggle, courage, and indomitable will. His thoughts on India’s unity, self-respect, and cultural consciousness continue to inspire millions of countrymen today.”
Veer Savarkar, born on May 28, 1883, is recognized as a prominent figure in India’s freedom struggle. He is known as a revolutionary, poet, writer, and visionary social reformer. Savarkar played a crucial role in awakening the spirit of resistance against British colonial rule in the early 20th century.
He established revolutionary organizations to organize and inspire youth for the cause of freedom. His indomitable courage was particularly evident during his imprisonment in the infamous Cellular Jail in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, where he faced extremely harsh conditions with unwavering resolve. Besides his revolutionary ideas, he was a strong advocate for social reform and modernization, supporting rationalism, the eradication of social evils, and the ideals of building a progressive Indian society. His legacy lives on through his writings, tireless efforts for national independence, and his vision of a strong and self-reliant India. His life remains an inspiring example of patriotism, perseverance, and reform.
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