Modi releases 5th volume of Dictionary of Martyrs

IANS  |  New Delhi 

on Thursday released the fifth volume of the "Dictionary of Martyrs - India's Freedom Struggle" compiled by the (ICHR).

Speaking on the occasion, said: "The effort of the government is to nurture and recall the brave deeds of the heroes of our freedom struggle. This will have a positive influence on the future generations and inspire them to think of 'First'."

After releasing the book at his residence here, said the five-volume dictionary contained an account of the martyrs from India's First War of Independence in 1857 till the year 1947.

said that a nation which does not honour and remember those who are an important part of its history often does not have a secure future.

"This effort is not just a way to cherish the past, but also a way to secure the future," Modi said, adding that the youth should be made aware of this effort.

said the dictionary includes the martyrs of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, the non-cooperation movement and the Quit movement. Soldiers of the Azad Hind Fauj who attained martyrdom have also been included in the dictionary.

of State for Culture was present on the occasion.

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First Published: Thu, March 07 2019. 22:06 IST