Hussainiwala, March 23: Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday paid tribute to Shaheed Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev at Hussainiwala, asserting that the nation remains deeply indebted to their selfless sacrifice. Marking the martyrdom day, the Chief Minister announced a ₹24.99 crore development plan to transform the Hussainiwala National Martyrs Memorial into a world-class heritage hub, featuring solar power plants, musical fountains, and educational galleries dedicated to the freedom struggle.
Addressing a large gathering, the Chief Minister stated that it is unfortunate that some leaders today attempt to categorize Shaheed Bhagat Singh merely as a “social worker” instead of a martyr. He maintained that the current central leadership lacks an understanding of the sacrifices made by elders during the struggle for freedom. Mann affirmed that his government is working to correct historical oversights, noting that the Halwara airport is being named after Shaheed Kartar Singh Sarabha, the mentor of Bhagat Singh.
The Chief Minister asserted that the “ready-made nation” inherited by current rulers is often taken for granted. He stated that if courageous, youth-driven leadership had steered the country in its early years, India’s socio-economic status would be vastly different today. He pointed to international examples where young leaders have taken charge, maintaining that India’s potential remains untapped due to a lack of similar opportunities for its youth.
“We fought with the Central Government to get the Mohali Airport named as Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport,” Mann stated, highlighting the state’s proactive stance in honoring regional icons. He urged the public to move beyond symbolic annual remembrances and instead adopt the martyrs’ fearless stand against injustice in their daily lives. The Chief Minister affirmed that the new heritage complex will serve as a constant source of inspiration for future generations to serve the nation with the same spirit as the trio executed at Ferozepur.
