<p>Every year on March 23, India observes "Martyr's Day" or "Shaheed Diwas," in order to pay tribute to the three revolutionaries&nbsp;Bhagat Singh, Shivaram Rajguru, and Sukhdev Thapar, who were hanged by the British. The day has a historical significance as it marks the day they were hanged in 1931 while&nbsp;fighting for India’s independence. India also&nbsp;observes Martyr's Day on January 30 in memory of Mahatma Gandhi.&nbsp;Politicians including the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu paid homage to the freedom fighters, and observed a two-minute silence in their memory. Know the&nbsp;history, significance and other details of the day.</p>

<p><strong>History of March 23: </strong></p>

<p>In India, the Shaheed Diwas is observed to pay respect and tribute to freedom fighters Bhagat Singh, Shivaram Rajguru and Sukhdev Thapar, who fought against the British rule. Back in 1931, on this same day, the three freedom fighters were hanged in Lahore jail. The three were sentenced to death in the case of the murder of J P Saunders&nbsp;and attack on the Central Legislative Assembly.</p>

<p><strong>Significance and Importance of Martyr's Day 2023: </strong></p>

<p>The significance of Martyr's Day is to help us understand the value of freedom we have today and the sacrifices our freedom fighters made then for us. This day is a reminder not to take our freedom for granted and always strive to protect it. The day is a symbol of courage, pride and unity for the nation and it helps us to remember the "bravehearts" who laid down their lives for this country. The importance of this day lies&nbsp;in the&nbsp;commemoration of the sacrifices of these three brave men&nbsp;and to make us remember the struggle and sacrifices made by men, women and kids for India to gain independence.</p>

<p><strong>Tributes pour on Twitter:</strong></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">India will always remember the sacrifice of Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru. These are greats who made an unparalleled contribution to our freedom struggle. <a href="https://t.co/SZeSThDxUW">pic.twitter.com/SZeSThDxUW</a></p>
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1638742751779991552?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 23, 2023</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Remembering the indelible sacrifice of Shaheed Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev &amp; Rajguru on this Martyrs’ Day.<br />
My Pranam to these brave sons of India!<br />
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Jai Hind!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ShaheedDiwas?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ShaheedDiwas</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%E0%A4%B6%E0%A4%B9%E0%A5%80%E0%A4%A6%E0%A4%A6%E0%A4%BF%E0%A4%A8?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#शहीददिन</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MartyrsDay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MartyrsDay</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SarvodayaDivas?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SarvodayaDivas</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BhagatSingh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BhagatSingh</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Sukhdev?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Sukhdev</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Rajguru?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Rajguru</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Freedom?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Freedom</a> <a href="https://t.co/Jtm6bfzIiX">pic.twitter.com/Jtm6bfzIiX</a></p>
— Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) <a href="https://twitter.com/Dev_Fadnavis/status/1638729780043427841?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 23, 2023</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">On this 36th Cheemeni Martyrs' Day, let us honour the memory of the five communists who were brutally hacked and burned to death by Congress goons. Their ultimate sacrifice continues to inspire generations of communists to fight for a more equal and just world. <a href="https://t.co/GibjMOgMBm">pic.twitter.com/GibjMOgMBm</a></p>
— Pinarayi Vijayan (@pinarayivijayan) <a href="https://twitter.com/pinarayivijayan/status/1638787324325822464?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 23, 2023</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Remembering the heroes who sacrificed their lives for the nation. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MartyrsDay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MartyrsDay</a> <a href="https://t.co/REcLRnE25M">pic.twitter.com/REcLRnE25M</a></p>
— Salman Khurshid (@salman7khurshid) <a href="https://twitter.com/salman7khurshid/status/1638713428650102785?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 23, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Every year on March 23, India observes "Martyr's Day" or "Shaheed Diwas," in order to pay tribute to the three revolutionaries Bhagat Singh, Shivaram Rajguru, and Sukhdev Thapar, who were hanged by the British.

Every year on March 23, India observes "Martyr's Day" or "Shaheed Diwas," in order to pay tribute to the three revolutionaries Bhagat Singh, Shivaram Rajguru, and Sukhdev Thapar, who were hanged by the British. The day has a historical significance as it marks the day they were hanged in 1931 while fighting for India’s independence. India also observes Martyr's Day on January 30 in memory of Mahatma Gandhi. Politicians including the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu paid homage to the freedom fighters, and observed a two-minute silence in their memory. Know the history, significance and other details of the day. History of March 23: In India, the Shaheed Diwas is observed to pay respect and tribute to freedom fighters Bhagat Singh, Shivaram Rajguru and Sukhdev Thapar, who fought against the British rule. Back in 1931, on this same day, the three freedom fighters were hanged in Lahore jail. The three were sentenced to death in the case of the murder of J P Saunders and attack on the Central Legislative Assembly. Significance and Importance of Martyr's Day 2023: The significance of Martyr's Day is to help us understand the value of freedom we have today and the sacrifices our freedom fighters made then for us. This day is a reminder not to take our freedom for granted and always strive to protect it. The day is a symbol of courage, pride and unity for the nation and it helps us to remember the "bravehearts" who laid down their lives for this country. The importance of this day lies in the commemoration of the sacrifices of these three brave men and to make us remember the struggle and sacrifices made by men, women and kids for India to gain independence. Tributes pour on Twitter: India will always remember the sacrifice of Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru. These are greats who made an unparalleled contribution to our freedom struggle. pic.twitter.com/SZeSThDxUW — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 23, 2023 × Remembering the indelible sacrifice of Shaheed Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev & Rajguru on this Martyrs’ Day. My Pranam to these brave sons of India! Jai Hind!#ShaheedDiwas #शहीददिन #MartyrsDay #SarvodayaDivas #BhagatSingh #Sukhdev #Rajguru #Freedom pic.twitter.com/Jtm6bfzIiX — Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) March 23, 2023 × On this 36th Cheemeni Martyrs' Day, let us honour the memory of the five communists who were brutally hacked and burned to death by Congress goons. Their ultimate sacrifice continues to inspire generations of communists to fight for a more equal and just world. pic.twitter.com/GibjMOgMBm — Pinarayi Vijayan (@pinarayivijayan) March 23, 2023 × Remembering the heroes who sacrificed their lives for the nation. #MartyrsDay pic.twitter.com/REcLRnE25M — Salman Khurshid (@salman7khurshid) March 23, 2023 ×

Martyr's Day 2023: History, significance and everything you need to know

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid tribute to Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru on the occasion of Martyrs` Day (Shaheed Diwas), stating that the sacrifices of these great sons will remain an inspiration for every generation of the country.</p>

<p>"Salute to the revolutionaries of Independence, Martyrs Veer Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru on Martyrdom Day. The sacrifice of these great sons of mother India will remain an inspiration for every generation of the country. Jai Hind! #ShaheedDiwas," the Prime Minister wrote on Twitter (in Hindi).</p>

<p>March 23 is observed as Shaheed Diwas to pay tribute to Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev, the Indian revolutionaries who were hanged by the British Government in 1931.</p>

<p>The trio was found guilty in the murder of deputy police superintendent JP Saunders in 1928, to avenge the death of Lala Lajpat Rai. PM Modi also remembered freedom fighter&nbsp;Dr Ram Manohar Lohia&nbsp;on his birth anniversary and said that his contribution to the nation will continue to inspire the countrymen.</p>

<p>"Regards to the great freedom fighter and socialist thinker Dr Ram Manohar Lohia on his birth anniversary. He worked to give a new direction to the country with his sharp and progressive ideas. His contribution to the nation will continue to inspire the countrymen," he said.</p>

<p>Born in a small town of Akbarpur in Uttar Pradesh, Lohia, during the last phase of British rule in India, worked with the Congress Radio, which was broadcast secretly from various places in Bombay until 1942. Lohia lost to Nehru in the 1962 general election but entered Lok Sabha in 1963 by winning a by-poll.</p>


Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid tribute to Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru on the occasion of Martyrs` Day (Shaheed Diwas), stating that the sacrifices of these great sons will remain an inspiration for every generation of the country.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid tribute to Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru on the occasion of Martyrs` Day (Shaheed Diwas), stating that the sacrifices of these great sons will remain an inspiration for every generation of the country. "Salute to the revolutionaries of Independence, Martyrs Veer Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru on Martyrdom Day. The sacrifice of these great sons of mother India will remain an inspiration for every generation of the country. Jai Hind! #ShaheedDiwas," the Prime Minister wrote on Twitter (in Hindi). March 23 is observed as Shaheed Diwas to pay tribute to Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev, the Indian revolutionaries who were hanged by the British Government in 1931. The trio was found guilty in the murder of deputy police superintendent JP Saunders in 1928, to avenge the death of Lala Lajpat Rai. PM Modi also remembered freedom fighter Dr Ram Manohar Lohia on his birth anniversary and said that his contribution to the nation will continue to inspire the countrymen. "Regards to the great freedom fighter and socialist thinker Dr Ram Manohar Lohia on his birth anniversary. He worked to give a new direction to the country with his sharp and progressive ideas. His contribution to the nation will continue to inspire the countrymen," he said. Born in a small town of Akbarpur in Uttar Pradesh, Lohia, during the last phase of British rule in India, worked with the Congress Radio, which was broadcast secretly from various places in Bombay until 1942. Lohia lost to Nehru in the 1962 general election but entered Lok Sabha in 1963 by winning a by-poll.

PM Modi pays tribute to Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, Rajguru on Martyrs' Day

<p>On the occasion of Martyr's Day (Shaheed Diwas), Kangana Ranaut paid tributes to freedom fighters.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Dear friends Kangana thanking you all for wishing her on her Birthday also she sang few lines for our Martyrs, Jai Hind 🙏 <a href="https://t.co/g1Ur65QLCE">pic.twitter.com/g1Ur65QLCE</a></p>
— Rangoli Chandel (@Rangoli_A) <a href="https://twitter.com/Rangoli_A/status/1241969240875225090?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 23, 2020</a></blockquote>
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<p>Kangana's sister Rangoli Chandel shared a video on Twitter in which the actor is seen clad in a pink saree with a gold necklace and earrings.<br />
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In the video, Kangana, who is celebrating her 33rd birthday today, thanked her fans for the immense love and wishes.</p>

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The 'Queen'&nbsp;actor then remembered the sacrifice of the freedom fighters Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, Sukhdev, who gave away their life for the freedom of India from the British.<br />
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She recited 'Ab Tumhare Hawale Watan'&nbsp;and remembered the ones who lost their lives.<br />
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Rangoli captioned the video post on Twitter as, "Dear friends Kangana thanking you all for wishing her on her Birthday also she sang few lines for our Martyrs, Jai Hind ."<br />
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Fans were quick to respond to the noteworthy post and lauded her move to remember the brave hearts.Annually, March 23 is observed as Shaheed Diwas to pay tribute to Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev Thapar, the Indian revolutionaries who were hanged by the British Government in 1931.<br />
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The trio in 1928 was found guilty of the murder of deputy police superintendent J.P. Saunders, whom they held responsible for the death of Lala Lajpat Rai.</p>


On the occasion of Martyr's Day (Shaheed Diwas), Kangana Ranaut paid tributes to freedom fighters. Dear friends Kangana thanking you all for wishing her on her Birthday also she sang few lines for our Martyrs, Jai Hind 🙏 pic.

On the occasion of Martyr's Day (Shaheed Diwas), Kangana Ranaut paid tributes to freedom fighters. Dear friends Kangana thanking you all for wishing her on her Birthday also she sang few lines for our Martyrs, Jai Hind 🙏 pic.twitter.com/g1Ur65QLCE — Rangoli Chandel (@Rangoli_A) March 23, 2020 × Kangana's sister Rangoli Chandel shared a video on Twitter in which the actor is seen clad in a pink saree with a gold necklace and earrings. In the video, Kangana, who is celebrating her 33rd birthday today, thanked her fans for the immense love and wishes. In pics: 8 new web shows, films to watch as you quarantine at home The 'Queen' actor then remembered the sacrifice of the freedom fighters Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, Sukhdev, who gave away their life for the freedom of India from the British. She recited 'Ab Tumhare Hawale Watan' and remembered the ones who lost their lives. Rangoli captioned the video post on Twitter as, "Dear friends Kangana thanking you all for wishing her on her Birthday also she sang few lines for our Martyrs, Jai Hind ." Fans were quick to respond to the noteworthy post and lauded her move to remember the brave hearts.Annually, March 23 is observed as Shaheed Diwas to pay tribute to Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev Thapar, the Indian revolutionaries who were hanged by the British Government in 1931. The trio in 1928 was found guilty of the murder of deputy police superintendent J.P. Saunders, whom they held responsible for the death of Lala Lajpat Rai.

Kangana Ranaut pays tribute on Shaheed Diwas with this iconic song