Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Friday recalled the valour and courage of Sahibzadas of Guru Gobind Singh, who accepted death to protect their faith and religion, as he announced the annual nationwide celebrations of “Veer Bal Diwas” on the occasion of Martyrdom Day.

The Government of India has decided to observe the Martyrdom Day as Veer Baal Diwas at the national level to honour the sacrifice of Sahibzadas, he said.

Speaking to the reporters, Shekhawat reminisced about the sacrifice of various great leaders, who inspired generations to protect the nation’s honour at all costs. He said that those brave soldiers left an indelible mark on their descendants to be proud of them and their lineage.

“There have been many such personalities in the history of Indi

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