PM Narendra Modi and several Union ministers paid heartfelt tributes to revolutionary freedom fighter Mangal Pandey on his birth anniversary, remembering him as a pioneering force behind India’s first war of independence in 1857.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to the social media platform X to honour Mangal Pandey’s legacy, describing him as a ‘pioneering warrior’ who challenged British colonial rule.
“Heartfelt tributes to the great freedom fighter Mangal Pandey on his birth anniversary. He was a pioneering warrior of the country who challenged British rule. His story of courage and valour will continue to inspire the people of the nation,” PM Modi posted.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah also paid tribute on X, calling Pandey an inspiration for patriotism and a key figure in triggering the 1857 revolt.
“On the birth anniversary of Mangal Pandey, the hero of the 1857 uprising, an unparalleled warrior, and an inspiration for patriotism, I offer countless salutations,” Shah wrote.
He added that Pandey’s bravery transformed the uprising into a nationwide movement that shook the British Empire.
Under his lead, Barrackpore became a revolt centre, sparking a nationwide wave that shook the British.
BJP President and Union Minister JP Nadda also joined the tributes, praising Pandey’s courage and sacrifice.
“I offer my countless salutations to the brave son of Mother India, the pioneer of the 1857 freedom struggle, the immortal revolutionary Mangal Pandey,” Nadda posted.
He emphasised that Pandey’s resistance against colonial subjugation would inspire future generations to serve the nation.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh acknowledged Mangal Pandey’s vital role in igniting the freedom movement.
“On the birth anniversary of the immortal revolutionary Mangal Pandey, who sounded the trumpet of rebellion in India’s first war of independence, I pay my respects,” Singh wrote.
He said Pandey’s actions awakened a collective consciousness of liberty and national pride that still resonates across the country.
Born in Nagwa village in Ballia district of present-day Uttar Pradesh, Mangal Pandey came from a Brahmin family. He joined the Bengal Army in 1849 and served as a sepoy in the 34th Bengal Native Infantry by 1857.
In March 1857, Pandey’s defiance sparked a mutiny that led to the larger Revolt of 1857.
The uprising led to the East India Company’s end and the start of direct British rule in 1858.
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