Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Feb 27: Freedom Fighters Memorial Association (FFMA) J&K paid tribute to the freedom fighter Chander Shekhar Azad, on his martyrdom day at Maheshpura Chowk here today.
Speaking on the occasion, chairman FFMA, Rajiv Mahajan recited Azad’s famous proclamation, ‘Dushman Ki Goliyon Ka Saamna Hum Karenge, Azad Hi Rahe Hain, Aur Azad Hi Rahenge’.
He said, “Azad shook the British empire when he was just 16 by revealing his name as ‘Azad’, his father’s name ‘Swatantrata’ and his residence as the prison cell.”
Mahajan further said that Azad’s passion for freedom inspired many youth.
S.S Balwal, Association president said that Shaheed Chander Shekhar Azad fought and jerked the base of the British rule in India with his dedication and sacrifice.
Others present on the occasion were R.C Puri, Karnail Chand, Gharu Ram, Prof. S.P Sharma and Parbhat Kaphi.