Tamulpur (Assam), 14 August (HS): The Tamulpur district administration observed Partition Horrors Remembrance Day on Friday to commemorate the suffering, violence and sacrifices endured by people during the Partition of India.

The programme was organised at the conference hall of the Tamulpur District Commissioner’s office in the presence of District Commissioner Simi Karan, IAS, along with senior district administration officials, employees and heads of various departments.

The event began with a two-minute silence in memory of the countless people who lost their lives or suffered during the Partition.

The observance was also held at various Village Council Development Committees (VCDCs) across Tamulpur district. Local representatives, officials, employees and residents participated in the programmes and paid tribute to those who suffered during the tragic events of Partition.

Partition Horrors Remembrance Day is observed every year on August 14 to remember the violence, suffering and sacrifices associated with the Partition. The day also serves as an occasion to reaffirm the commitment to strengthening national unity, peace, harmony and brotherhood.

The information was shared with the media by District Information and Public Relations Officer Bijoy Bezbaruah.---------

Hindusthan Samachar / Sriprakash