Amit Shah pays tribute to Jallianwala Bagh victims, calls massacre a 'dark chapter'

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The Jallianwala Bagh massacre remains a haunting symbol of British colonial brutality in India. On its anniversary, leaders like Amit Shah and PM Modi remembered the martyrs who sacrificed their lives during the peaceful protest. The brutal incident, where British troops fired on unarmed civilians, became a critical turning point in India's freedom movement. Their courage and ultimate sacrifice continues to inspire generations of Indians fighting for justice and independence.

"The Jallianwala Bagh massacre is a dark chapter in India's freedom struggle that shook the entire country." - Amit Shah
New Delhi, April 13: Union Minister Amit Shah, in a post on X on Sunday, remembered the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, calling it "a dark chapter" in India's freedom struggle that shook the entire nation.

Key Points

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Massacre marked a critical turning point in India's independence movement

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British troops fired 1650 rounds at unarmed peaceful protesters

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Incident occurred during Baisakhi festival in Amritsar, Punjab

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Estimated 500+ Indians were killed by Brigadier General Dyer

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Paying homage, Shah wrote, "The Jallianwala Bagh massacre is a dark chapter in India's freedom struggle that shook the entire country. The anger that arose among the countrymen due to the cruelty of the British rule, which had reached the pinnacle of inhumanity, turned the freedom movement into a struggle of the masses. I pay my tribute to the martyrs who were martyred in Jallianwala Bagh. The country will always cherish the immortal martyrs in its memories."

Several other leaders also remembered the victims and the impact of the brutal massacre, which took place on April 13, 1919, during British colonial rule.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also paid homage to the victims of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, calling it a "dark chapter" in India's history and a "major turning point" in the country's freedom struggle.

In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, "We pay homage to the martyrs of Jallianwala Bagh. The coming generations will always remember their indomitable spirit. It was indeed a dark chapter in our nation's history. Their sacrifice became a major turning point in India's freedom struggle.

The Jallianwala Bagh massacre, which took place on April 13, 1919, remains one of the darkest chapters in India's colonial history. According to the Ministry of Culture, the massacre marked a turning point in India's freedom struggle and is remembered as a symbol of courage and resistance.

The massacre occurred in Amritsar, Punjab, where thousands had gathered at Jallianwala Bagh during the festival of Baisakhi. The gathering was also meant to peacefully protest against the Rowlatt Act and demand the release of leaders Dr Satyapal and Dr Saifuddin Kitchlew.

British officer Brigadier General Reginald Dyer, without issuing any warning, ordered his troops to fire on the unarmed crowd. According to the Ministry of Culture, "1650 rounds were fired. The firing ceased only after the ammunition had run out." While official British records put the death toll at 291, Indian leaders like Madan Mohan Malviya estimated over 500 deaths.

According to the Ministry of Culture, Brigadier General Dyer showed no remorse for his actions during the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.

Reader Comments

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Priya K.
Such an important reminder of our history. The courage shown by those at Jallianwala Bagh still inspires us today. We must never forget their sacrifice 🇮🇳
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Rahul S.
While I appreciate the sentiment, I wish our leaders would do more than just post tweets. Concrete actions to preserve historical sites and educate younger generations would be more meaningful.
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Anjali M.
My great-grandfather survived Jallianwala Bagh. Hearing these stories growing up gave me chills. We must keep these memories alive so history doesn't repeat itself. 🙏
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Sanjay P.
The brutality of colonial rule can never be overstated. Events like these show why independence was so crucial. Respect to all the martyrs!
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Neha T.
Visited Jallianwala Bagh last year - the bullet marks on the walls tell a story no history book ever could. Highly recommend everyone to go see it at least once.
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Vikram D.
Interesting how this event united people across different regions and communities against British rule. A tragic but pivotal moment in our freedom struggle.

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