Tribute To Martyrs

On Tuesday, Nepal observed the Martyrs’ Day with a variety of programmes. Martyrs are remembered for their relentless struggles and sacrifices for the broader cause of the people and nation. Martyrs are those, who endure persecution and defy death while fighting for freedom, dignity, justice, democracy and equality. Nepal's political history is replete with great martyrs who fought against various autocratic systems, and inspired the commoners to wage ceaseless movements and revolutions to bring about transformative changes in the society. Therefore, it is the duty of all, including citizens and the government to pay tribute to them. On the day, great martyrs - Shukra Raj Shastri, Dharma Bhakta Mathema, Ganga Lal Shrestha and Dasharath Chand – were paid heartfelt respects as their sacrifices eventually fuelled a landmark revolution that toppled Rana rule in 1951, ten years after they were sentenced to death. Also called sat salko kranti, the 1951 revolution was considered the mother of all political movements and agitations launched in the subsequent years.