Gorkha Students’ Union Dimapur commemorated the 77th Martyr Day of Shahid Major Durga Malla at DGU Founding Chairman Conference Hall on August 25. (Photo Courtesy: GSUD)
Dimapur, August 26 (MExN): Gorkha Students’ Union Dimapur (GSUD) commemorated the 77th Martyr Day of Shahid Major Durga Malla, the first Gorkha Freedom Fighter of Indian independence at DGU Founding Chairman Conference Hall on Wednesday. Gorkhas across India observe August 25 as Martyrs’ Day or Balidan Diwas.
GSUD Media Cell in a press release stated that the observation began with candle lighting, floral tributes followed by observing one minute silence to pay homage to the freedom fighter. Dimapur Gorkha Union (DGU) founding chairperson, Kumar Subba and State Executive Member BJP graced the programme as special guest and presented the life sketch of Shahid Major Durga Malla.
Subba in his address said, “Countless Indian Gorkhas have fought and made sacrifices for our beloved nation. From the freedom struggle to the heights of Kargil, Gorkhas have always been at the forefront in the defence of our country.
Shaheed Durga Malla belongs to the front rank of Gorkha heroes martyred for the cause of our country’s freedom. He epitomized the fighting spirit and ardent patriotism of Indian Gorkhas.”
Meanwhile, GSUD has appealed to all the citizens of Dimapur sincerely follow COVID appropriate behaviors for the safety and wellbeing of the society.
