Lucknow, 10 May

(HS): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath commemorated the 169th

anniversary of the First War of Independence on Sunday by paying tribute to

independence warriors and referring to the 1857 revolt as a people's movement

and a symbol of India's self-respect, fortitude, valour, sacrifice, and

independent awareness. He also honored the martyrs who took part.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath

frequently emphasizes the state's crucial participation in the 1857 First War

of Independence, hailing it as a people's revolution and a symbol of national

self-respect and sacrifice. He frequently pays honor to victims from Lucknow

and Meerut, emphasizing that the rebellion was the first big resistance of

British authority. He commemorated the 169th anniversary of the

insurrection, emphasizing that these rebels' sacrifices serve as an inspiration

to the country.

In a post on X, he mentioned, “On the anniversary

of the historic 'Struggle for Independence' of 1857, the first clarion call of

Indian freedom, humble tribute to all the immortal martyrs and valiant

revolutionaries of Mother India. This great battle was that bold and organized

endeavor to shatter the chains of subjugation, which ignited the eternal flame

of freedom across the entire nation. The supreme sacrifice of all known and

unknown revolutionary heroes who offered their all for the defense of the

motherland will continue to inspire us toward national service for ages to

come.”

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi