Vice President, PM Modi remembers Mangal Pandey on his birth anniversary
New Delhi, July 19: Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid tributes to freedom fighter Mangal Pandey on his birth anniversary.
Taking to Twitter, the Vice-President said: “My tributes to the valiant freedom fighter, Mangal Pandey on his birth anniversary. He spearheaded the 1857 sepoy mutiny against unjust British rule and inspired many to join the freedom struggle. He will always be remembered for his invaluable role in India’s freedom movement.”
Recalling him as a leader who ignited the spark of patriotism at a very critical period of history, Prime Minister Modi said: “The great Mangal Pandey is synonymous with courage and determination. He ignited the spark of patriotism at a very critical period of our history and inspired countless people. Remembering him on his birth anniversary. Had paid tributes to his statue in Meerut earlier this year.”
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