March 23, 2016 7:51 AM

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Martyrdom Day: Nation pays homage to Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev

Nation pays homage to great freedom fighters – Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev on their martyrdom day today. It was on this day in 1931 that they were martyred in Lahore jail and cremated on the banks of Satluj river at Hussainiwala in Ferozpur district of Punjab. Petroleum Ministry has set up Amar Jyoti at the National Martyrs Memorial in Hussainiwala which will be inaugurated today.<br/><br/>Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tributes to Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev on their martyrdom day. In a tweet, Mr Modi said, he salute their indomitable valour and patriotism that inspires generations. He said, these 3 brave men sacrificed their lives so that generations after them can breathe the air of freedom.

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