India Gave 12 Villages To Pakistan In Exchange For One Linked To Bhagat Singh In 1947: Know All About It
In the village of Hussainiwala, nestled on the border between India and Pakistan in Punjab, a poignant tribute unfolds annually on March 23. This gathering honours the courageous acts and enduring legacy of Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, and Rajguru, towering figures in India's struggle for independence.
Hussainiwala holds a significant historical significance, serving as the site where the British authorities clandestinely cremated the bodies of these revolutionaries in 1931, on the banks of the Sutlej river. This commemorative tradition persists year after year.
The bond between Hussainiwala and the martyrs runs deep, prompting India to trade 12 villages for this spot during partition. This symbolic exchange underscores the village's importance as a sacred ground for remembering those who gave their lives for the nation's freedom.
Despite its proximity to the Pakistan border, Hussainiwala remains firmly entrenched in Indian history and heritage. The annual Shaheed Mela, which occurs on March 23, poignantly reminds us of the sacrifices made by Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, and Rajguru, inspiring future generations to uphold their ideals of bravery and patriotism.
Situated near Firozpur city, Hussainiwala shares its border with the Pakistani village of Ganda Singh Wala. Named after Hussaini Baba, a revered Muslim saint, the village gained prominence on that fateful evening in 1931 when local residents thwarted British attempts to surreptitiously cremate the martyrs' bodies.
Today, the site stands as the 'Prerana Sthal' or motivation site, serving as a memorial to the valiant souls who laid down their lives in the struggle for India's freedom.
March 23, 2024, marks the 93rd death anniversary of revolutionary and national hero, Bhagat Singh, who was executed for the mistaken murder of British officer John Saunders.
Variously hailed as Shaheed, Veer, and Shaheed-e-Azam, Bhagat Singh was a fiery socialist, staunch critic of religion, and unwaveringly dedicated to the cause of the Indian Independence movement - even at the cost of his own life.
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