Tripura Governor Indra Sena Reddy Nallu paid tribute to soldiers at the Albert Ekka War Memorial for Vijay Diwas. He recalled the 1971 war, India's victory, and the creation of Albert Ekka Park in honour of the fallen soldiers of the 71st Infantry.
Governor of Tripura, Indra Sena Reddy Nallu, attended the observance of Vijay Diwas at the Albert Ekka War Memorial, Lichubagan, and paid rich tributes to the brave soldiers who laid down their lives for the nation.
Governor Recalls Historic 1971 Events
Addressing the gathering, the Governor recalled the historic events of 1971, stating that the region was then known as East Pakistan, where the general population faced severe harassment and oppression by the authorities of West Pakistan. To escape this injustice, many people fled their homeland and sought refuge in India. According to an official statement, the then-Prime Minister, Indira Gandhi, took a historic and courageous decision to extend support to the oppressed people at the all-India level. During this period, the Mukti Bahini movement emerged, and its members arrived in Tripura, where they received active support.
"The Mukti Bahini movement emerged, and its members came to Tripura, where they were given support. The war that followed in 1971 resulted in India's victory, and around 91,000 Pakistani soldiers surrendered.", he stated. The Governor noted that the ensuing war in 1971 culminated in a decisive victory for India, leading to the surrender of Pakistani soldiers. He emphasised that December 16 is observed every year as Vijay Diwas to remember this historic victory.
Honouring the 71st Infantry Battalion
Nallu also remembered the supreme sacrifice of the soldiers of the 71st Infantry Battalion, who laid down their lives in the line of duty. "During that time, soldiers of the 71st Infantry Battalion laid down their lives for the nation. In their honour, a park named Albert Ekka Park has been dedicated, and a special light show will be organised today on this occasion.", he officially said. He mentioned that the Albert Ekka Park is dedicated to their honour, and a special light show has been organised at the memorial as part of the Vijay Diwas celebrations.
On the occasion, the Governor expressed his heartfelt gratitude and deep respect to all the brave soldiers who are serving and who have served in the Indian Army, saluting their courage, dedication, and sacrifice for the nation. (ANI)
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