Haryana observes martyrs day

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Press Trust of India Gurgaon
Last Updated : Jan 20 2013 | 5:29 AM IST

People from all walks of life paid floral tributes to the martyrs during the 'Shaheedi Divas' which was observed across the state today.

A state function was organised at the war memorial situated in the John Hall on the Civil line Road here.

Police personnel guarded salute, played mourning tune and put their arms upside down as a mark of respect.

Rich tributes were also paid to Rao Tula Ram, freedom fighter of India's first war of independence in 1857, whose death anniversary falls today.

On September 23 every year, Haryana observes Shaheedi Divas in respect of freedom fighters, soldiers and all others from the state who sacrificed their lives for the country.

  

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First Published: Sep 23 2012 | 6:25 PM IST

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