Government honors forgotten freedom fighters in India

Union Minister of Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat stated on March 17, 2025, that past efforts to erase the contributions of many freedom fighters have been acknowledged. He emphasized that the Modi government has honored all freedom fighters through the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav. Shekhawat mentioned that this initiative celebrated India's independence and recognized the sacrifices of numerous freedom fighters. He noted that some contributions had been forgotten or intentionally overlooked in the past. Additionally, he highlighted that airlines announced the life journeys of certain freedom fighters during flights on special occasions, further promoting their recognition.