Business Standard

Candles, prayers as scores remember Delhi victim in Singapore

Image

Press Trust of India Singapore

Over 300 people assembled together last evening and held a candle light vigil under the theme 'Lighting the flame of hope for a better tomorrow' as they remembered the 23-year-old girl who became a symbol for massive protests in India.

The meet also saw professionals sharing their views and perspectives on violence against women, gender bias and law and order.

The talks were interspersed by motivational songs, said Amita Sarwal, who led a group of volunteers to organise the Sunday evening vigil.

The girl who was flown to Singapore's Mount Elizabeth Hospital after spending over 10 days in Delhi's Safdarjung hospital, died on December 29.

 

"We believe that shared remembrance and group participation itself is a positive statement as opposed to just doing nothing at all," said Amita, who hails for India but resides in Singapore.

"We have been overwhelmed by the support we have received from people in Singapore from all walks of life

Don't miss the most important news and views of the day. Get them on our Telegram channel

First Published: Jan 28 2013 | 10:45 AM IST

Explore News