Punjab Commemorates 129th Anniversary of Battle of Saragarhi and Its Martyrs
The 129th anniversary of the Battle of Saragarhi was commemorated with tributes to the 21 Sikh soldiers who defended the outpost against thousands of Afghan tribesmen in 1897. Punjab Minister Gurmeet Singh Khudian and military officials highlighted the soldiers' bravery, sacrifice, and discipline as enduring inspirations. The battle, marked by a desperate defense using limited weaponry, remains a significant part of Punjab's military heritage, with efforts underway to connect youth to this history through memorials and educational initiatives.
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thetribune broke this story on 11 Sept, 09:25 pm. Other outlets followed.