Jammu and Kashmir Leaders Honor 1931 Martyrs

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, National Conference president Farooq Abdullah, and People's Conference president Sajad Gani Lone paid tributes to those who laid down their lives protesting against the rule of Dogra Maharaja Hari Singh in 193. 

According to a party spokesperson, the leaders describe the sacrifice of the 'martyrs' as a defining chapter in Jammu and Kashmir's struggle for justice, dignity and democratic rights.

"July 13 remains a historic watershed that ignited a mass movement against autocracy, oppression and injustice



in the erstwhile princely state," the spokesperson said. 

Farooq Abdullah said the sacrifice made by the protestors continues to inspire generations in the pursuit of justice, truth and peace. "The undying thirst for dignity cannot be suppressed by injustice. 

The July 13 martyrs proved that perseverance and the spirit of peaceful resistance ultimately triumph over tyranny. I pay my humble tributes to these brave souls and appeal especially to our youth to remain connected with the history of our collective struggle," he said.