MLA Ghanshyam Dass Arora pays tribute to Shaheed Chandrashekhar Azad during the Jayanti programme in Yamunanagar.
Chandrashekhar Azad Jayanti observed in Yamunanagar with tributes to the legendary freedom fighter and a call for patriotic values among the younger generation
Yamunanagar | Pen of Democracy News Desk
Paying rich tributes to one of India’s greatest revolutionary freedom fighters, Shaheed Chandrashekhar Azad Jayanti was observed with patriotic fervour at Shaheed Bhagat Singh Park in Yamunanagar on Thursday. The commemorative programme, organised by the Shaheed Chandrashekhar Azad Yaadgar Committee, brought together public representatives, social activists, members of freedom fighters’ families and prominent citizens to honour the legendary revolutionary’s unparalleled contribution to India’s freedom struggle.
Local MLA Ghanshyam Dass Arora, who attended the event as the chief guest, said such programmes play a crucial role in keeping the legacy of India’s freedom fighters alive and inspiring the younger generation with the values of patriotism, sacrifice and national service.
Addressing the gathering, Arora said the freedom enjoyed by every Indian today is the result of the extraordinary sacrifices made by countless revolutionaries who dedicated their lives to the nation’s independence.
“Our youth must understand that the independence we cherish today was earned through immense courage and sacrifice. The lives of martyrs like Chandrashekhar Azad should inspire every young Indian to contribute positively towards nation-building and uphold the values for which they laid down their lives,” he said.
The programme began with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp, followed by floral tributes to the portrait of the revolutionary hero.
Speaking on the occasion, Roshan Lal Sharma, President of the Shaheed Chandrashekhar Azad Yaadgar Committee, highlighted the remarkable journey of Chandrashekhar Azad, who was born on July 23, 1906, in Bhavra, now in Madhya Pradesh.
He recalled that Azad joined the freedom movement at a young age and became a symbol of fearless resistance against British rule. Sharma narrated the famous courtroom incident during the Non-Cooperation Movement, when the young revolutionary identified himself before the British magistrate as “Azad” (Free), named his father as “Swadhinta” (Freedom) and gave his address as “Jail”. For his defiance, he was sentenced to 15 lashes, yet continued to shout “Bharat Mata Ki Jai” after every strike, refusing to bow before colonial authority.
Sharma also spoke about Azad’s pivotal role in several revolutionary movements, including the Kakori Conspiracy, and recalled his final moments at Alfred Park in Allahabad on February 27, 1931. Surrounded by British police, Azad ensured the safe escape of his comrades before making the ultimate sacrifice, choosing death over capture and fulfilling his lifelong pledge never to be taken alive by the British.
The speakers described Chandrashekhar Azad as a timeless symbol of courage, self-respect and unwavering patriotism whose ideals continue to inspire generations of Indians.
The event was attended by Chaudhary Randhir Singh, President of Shaheed Bhagat Singh Morcha; Chaudhary Mewa Ram; Dr Surendra Mehta, National General Secretary of the Journalists Association; Arun Dhamija, President of Shaheed Bhagat Singh Park; Paras Kaushik, Secretary of the Yaadgar Committee; Mahendra Mittal, President of the Traders’ Association; M.S. Verma, President of the Freedom Fighters Family Welfare Association; Jaidev Arya, Tilak Raj Kapoor, Vinod Sharma, Krishan Lal Arora, Shubham Rana, Malik Chand Gambhir, Prem Dhiman, Mulkh Raj Arora, and several other distinguished citizens.
The programme concluded with participants paying floral tributes to Shaheed Chandrashekhar Azad and reaffirming their commitment to uphold his ideals of patriotism, courage and selfless service to the nation.
