The nation paid tribute to the fearless freedom fighter Chandra Shekhar Azad on his death anniversary, with leaders from across the political spectrum offering heartfelt remembrances of his immense contributions to India’s independence movement.
Chandra Shekhar Azad, a key figure in India’s struggle against British rule, played a pivotal role in the reorganisation of the Hindustan Republican Association (HRA), transforming it into the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association (HSRA) after the execution of its founder, Ram Prasad Bismil, along with Roshan Singh, Rajendra Nath Lahiri, and Ashfaqulla Khan. His fearless leadership and unwavering commitment to the cause of freedom made him one of the most respected figures in India’s history.
On February 27, 1931, he arranged to meet a fellow freedom fighter at Alfred Park in Allahabad, now known as Azad Park. However, he was betrayed, and upon entering the park, he found himself surrounded by British police. A fierce gun battle erupted, during which two officers were wounded. In the end, Azad was shot during the confrontation, fulfilling his vow to never be captured alive by the British and achieving martyrdom.
Leaders Pay Tribute to Chandrashekhar Azad on His Martyrdom Day
Union Home Minister Amit Shah took to X to pay homage to Azad, stating, “Chandrashekhar Azad, the invincible son of Mother India, proved through his life that there is no limit to one’s duty towards the motherland.”
माँ भारती के अजेय सपूत चंद्रशेखर आजाद जी ने अपने जीवन से यह सिद्ध किया कि मातृभूमि के प्रति कर्त्तव्यों की कोई सीमा नहीं होती। युवाओं को आजादी के आंदोलन में सक्रियता से जोड़कर ब्रिटिश हुकूमत की नींद उड़ाने वाले आजाद जी के बलिदान ने आजादी की चिंगारी को महाज्वाला बना दिया।
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— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) February 27, 2025
“Azad Ji’s sacrifice, which disturbed the sleep of the British government by involving the youth actively in the freedom movement, turned the spark of freedom into a great flame. Tribute to the immortal martyr and great freedom fighter Chandrashekhar Azad on his martyrdom day,” he added.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid tribute through a social media post, highlighting Azad’s contribution to India’s freedom struggle.
माँ भारती के अमर सपूत, महान क्रांतिकारी, वीर हुतात्मा चंद्रशेखर आजाद के बलिदान ने स्वाधीनता आंदोलन को एक नई ऊर्जा प्रदान की।
उनके साहसिक संघर्ष की अमर गाथा भारतीय स्वाधीनता इतिहास का एक स्वर्णिम अध्याय है, जो हर भारतवासी के हृदय में राष्ट्रभक्ति की भावना को प्रज्वलित करता रहेगा।… pic.twitter.com/gUNo3LJzhE
— Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) February 27, 2025
“The sacrifice of the immortal son of Mother India, great revolutionary, and brave martyr Chandrashekhar Azad gave new energy to the independence movement. The saga of his courage is a golden chapter in the history of Indian independence, which will continue to ignite the spirit of patriotism in every Indian. A humble tribute to him on his martyrdom day today!”
BJP National President and Union Minister JP Nadda also expressed his respect, and posted, “On the martyrdom day of Amar Shaheed Chandrashekhar Azad, an unmatched hero of valour and sacrifice who devoted his all for the motherland, I pay my heartfelt tribute to him.”
मातृभूमि के लिए अपना सर्वस्व समर्पित करने वाले शौर्य व त्याग के अप्रतिम नायक अमर शहीद चंद्रशेखर आजाद जी के बलिदान दिवस पर उन्हें कोटिशः नमन करता हूँ।
देश की स्वतंत्रता के लिये अपने प्राणों की आहुति देकर क्रांति के विचार प्रत्येक युवा में प्रज्ज्वलित वाले चंद्रशेखर आजाद सदैव…
— Jagat Prakash Nadda (@JPNadda) February 27, 2025
“Chandrashekhar Azad, who sacrificed his life for the independence of the country and ignited the idea of revolution in every youth, will always be our inspiration. Your struggle and sacrifice for Mother India will continue to guide all the countrymen for ages,” Nadda added.
Azad’s legacy endures through the generations, serving as a constant reminder of the sacrifices made by those who fought bravely for India’s freedom. His life stands as a symbol of inspiration, fostering the spirit of patriotism in every heart that values the nation’s hard-won independence.
