In a solemn observance, the Government of India marks August 14 as Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, honoring the memory of over 1 million individuals who lost their lives in the fight for independence and the tragic Partition. Ambassador of India to Armenia, Nilakshi Saha Sinha, shared this information with Armenpress, highlighting the pain and suffering that millions endured during this period.
The Indian Embassy in Armenia opened an exhibition on August 14, titled Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, to shed light on the events that led to India’s independence from British colonial rule in 1947. The Ambassador emphasized the importance of remembering these historical tragedies, not just for India but for all of humanity.
Ambassador Sinha expressed her commitment to organizing similar exhibitions annually, as a way to educate and commemorate the sacrifices made by those who fought for independence. The exhibition serves as a poignant reminder of the price paid for freedom, with personal connections to the Ambassador’s own family members who were affected by the Partition.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s declaration in 2021 to observe August 14 as ‘Partition Horrors Remembrance Day’ acknowledges the importance of remembering and honoring those who suffered during this tumultuous period. This exhibition stands as a tribute to their legacy.