Partition Horrors Remembrance Day is observed on August 14 every year. The day is to remember the brutalities and tragedies that unfolded during the partition of India in 1947. It's a day to reflect on the shared history of India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, a period marred by extreme violence, loss, and displacement.
“Partition Horrors Remembrance Day” will be observed at the CGI, Phuentsholing with a Digital Exhibition/Screening on 14 August 2023 from 1100 hours to 1300 hours. All Indian nationals are invited. Details at: https://t.co/5FTyhK7oeq #AmritMahotsav #HarGharTiranga pic.twitter.com/CJxDEBaGTo
August 13, 2023AdvertisementPartition Horrors Remembrance Day: History
In August 1947, British India was divided into two independent countries, India and Pakistan. This partition led to the creation of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan and the Republic of India. This led to mass migration of citizens. It is estimated that around 10 to 15 million people were displaced from their homes. Hindus and Sikhs from Pakistan (today's Pakistan) migrated to India, while Muslims from India migrated to Pakistan.
Communal riots broke out in various parts of the country, leading to the death of an estimated 200,000 to 2 million people. It remains one of the deadliest communal riots in history. Many people lost their ancestral homes and had to start their lives afresh in an unfamiliar territory. There were stories of families getting divided, with some members staying in India and others moving to Pakistan. Families lost their land, businesses, and wealth overnight.
AdvertisementRefugee camps were set up in Delhi, Punjab, West Bengal, and other parts of India to accommodate the inflow of migrants.
Partition Horrors Remembrance Day serves to remind us of this painful chapter in history.
Remembering those who lost their lives in the horrors of partition and suffered the pain of displacement!#PartitionHorrorsRemembranceDay
1/3 pic.twitter.com/fRq4NfUN8vAugust 13, 2023AdvertisementThe pain of partition can never be forgotten. Millions were displaced and lost their lives due to mindless hate and violence. Let us, on this day, remember the horrors of partition and always work for unity and integrity of the society and country.… pic.twitter.com/SexJ3WamRD
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देश के बंटवारे के दर्द को कभी भुलाया नहीं जा सकता। नफरत और हिंसा की वजह से हमारे लाखों बहनों-भाइयों को विस्थापित होना पड़ा और अपनी जान गंवानी पड़ी।#Partition_Horrors_Remembrance_Day pic.twitter.com/jickTDP2yxAugust 13, 2023 Several Indian states observe August 14 as Partition Horrors Remembrance Day to remember and pay homage to those who were killed and affected by the violence of the partition. This day of observance helps to keep the memory of the tragic events alive and serves as a reminder of the importance of peace, harmony, and unity.
Today 'Nukkad Natak' organized at Amritsar Railway Station depicting the tragedy and agony of partition as a part of 'Partition Horrors Remembrance Day'.#HarGharTiranga #AzadiKaAmritMahotsav @RailMinIndia pic.twitter.com/vI1pL5uTLt
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August 13, 2023As part of Partition Horrors Remembrance day Philatelic exhibition was conducted at Pondicherry Philatelic Bureau and Viluppuram HPO by Pondicherry Postal Division today. #HarDilTiranga #harghartiranga #indiapost4tiranga pic.twitter.com/utm51A2r8e
August 13, 2023Partition Horrors Remembrance Day is a day to remember the pains, sufferings, and sacrifices made by countless individuals during the Partition of India in 1947. The day is essential to understand that this day not only honours the victims of the partition but also aims to ensure that future generations understand the consequences of hatred, prejudice, and division.
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