Martyrdom Day of Shaheed Udham Singh is observed on July 31 every year across India, especially in Punjab and Haryana. This day is dedicated to Udham Singh, a revolutionary from Punjab who assassinated Michael O’Dwyer, the former Lieutenant Governor of Punjab. This act was in retaliation for the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, which took place on April 13, 1919, under O'Dwyer's authority. On July 31, 1940, Udham Singh was executed by hanging in Pentonville Prison, London. On Martyrdom Day of Shaheed Udham Singh every year, marches are held in his hometown, Sunam, to commemorate his death anniversary. Know more about Martyrdom Day of Shaheed Udham Singh 2024 date and the significance of this annual event.

Martyrdom Day of Shaheed Udham Singh 2024 Date

Martyrdom Day of Shaheed Udham Singh 2024 is observed on July 31.

Martyrdom Day of Shaheed Udham Singh Significance

Udham Singh was a well-known figure of the Indian independence movement. He is also referred to as Shaheed-i-Azam Sardar Udham Singh. Martyrdom Day of Shaheed Udham Singh is an important day that recognises the bravery and dedication of the great revolutionary. Udham Singh was born on December 26, 1899, in Sunam, Punjab. He was deeply affected by the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, where British troops killed hundreds of unarmed Indian civilians.

Udham Singh’s sacrifice and commitment to India's freedom struggle are commemorated on this day. Also, floral tributes are paid to Udham Singh at his statue and speeches are made to remember his sacrifice. A district named Udham Singh Nagar in Uttarakhand was named after him as a homage by the Mayawati government in October 1995.

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