India to Observe 'Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas' on June 25

The Indian government will observe June 25 as 'Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas' to honor those who suffered during the 1975 Emergency. Union Home Minister Amit Shah said this observance aims to keep the spirit of democracy alive and prevent future abuses of power. The Emergency period saw widespread repression and atrocities.

The Indian government has proclaimed June 25 as 'Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas' to honor the sacrifices of those who endured severe hardships during the Emergency declared in 1975, Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced on Friday.

According to Shah, the observance aims to perpetuate the eternal flame of individual freedom and safeguard democracy, thereby preventing 'dictatorial forces' like the Congress from repeating the same atrocities.

A notification issued by the Union Home Ministry emphasized the grievous abuses of power that occurred during the Emergency, highlighting the public's unwavering faith in the Constitution and its resilient democracy.

The declaration aims to remember the gross violations of rights and to remind the Indian population not to tolerate such acts in the future, Shah added.

Labeling the move a tribute to those who fought against the oppressive regime, Shah recalled that the media was silenced and many were unjustly imprisoned, denouncing the period as a dark chapter in India's democratic history.

Shah affirmed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government is committed to honoring the spirit of millions who fought to restore democracy under extreme persecution.

(With inputs from agencies.)