Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid tribute to the victims and survivors of the Partition of India, describing it as a “tragic chapter” in the nation’s history.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “India observes #PartitionHorrorsRemembranceDay, remembering the upheaval and pain endured by countless people during that tragic chapter of our history. It is also a day to honour their grit… their ability to face unimaginable loss and still find the strength to start afresh.”
Calling for unity, he added, “Many of those affected went on to rebuild their lives and achieve remarkable milestones. This day is also a reminder of our enduring responsibility to strengthen the bonds of harmony that hold our country together.”
On August 14 each year, India observes Partition Horrors Remembrance Day to honour those who lost their lives or were displaced during the 1947 Partition.
India’s independence on August 15, 1947, was marked by both the joy of freedom and the trauma of division, which led to widespread violence and displacement. The scars of that period remain deeply etched in the nation’s memory.
