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Several Programs Organized on
Veer Bal Diwas

On Veer Bal Diwas, the Central Government organized
participatory programs across the country. These programs
aimed to inform and educate citizens about the extraordinary
courage and supreme sacrifice of the Sahibzadas, and to honor
and cherish the indomitable courage, sacrifice, and bravery of
these young heroes of the country. These activities included
storytelling, poetry recitation, poster making, and essay writing
competitions. Prime Minister Modi had announced on January
9, 2022, on the occasion of the Prakash Parv of Shri Guru
Gobind Singh, that December 26 would be observed as ‘Veer
Bal Diwas’ to commemorate the martyrdom of his sons,
I expect the youth of India Sahibzada Baba Zorawar Singh and Baba Fateh Singh.
to dream big, work hard, and Veer Bal Diwas: Cherishing the
never let their confidence bravery of sahibzadas
waver. India’s future will Veer Bal Diwas is a day that cherishes child bravery and
be bright only if the future reverence. Sahibzada Ajit Singh, Sahibzada Jujhar Singh,

of its children and youth is Sahibzada Zorawar Singh, and Sahibzada Fateh Singh had to
confront the biggest power of their time at a very young age.
bright. Their courage, their That confrontation was between the fundamental ideals of India
talent, and their dedication and religious fanaticism; it was a battle of truth versus falsehood.
On one side of that battle was the Tenth Guru, Shri Guru
will guide the progress of the Gobind Singh Ji, and on the other side was the ruler Aurangzeb.
nation. The Sahibzadas were very young at that time, but this made no
difference to Aurangzeb and his cruelty. Our Gurus were not
Narendra Modi, Prime Minister ordinary human beings. They were the embodiment of penance
and sacrifice. The brave Sahibzadas inherited that legacy from
them. Therefore, not a single Sahibzada wavered. The words of
Sahibzada Ajit Singh still tell the story of his courage: "My name
Scan the QR code to watch the is Ajit (unconquerable), I will not be conquered; even if I am
Prime Minister’s full program. defeated, I will not return alive!"

achieved extraordinary feats in the world of sports, and culture. I would say to these awardees, this
overcoming economic and physical limitations, honor is not only for you, but it is also a tribute to
while Vaibhav Suryavanshi has carved a niche for the hard work of your parents, your teachers, and
himself in the highly competitive world of cricket, your mentors.
setting numerous records. All the award-winning It is said, “बाालाादपि� ग्रहीीतव्यंं यंुक्तमुुक्तं मुनीीपि�पि�ः,”
children have accomplished remarkable feats. which means, if even a young child says some-
Speaking at the Veer Bal Diwas program in thing wise, it should be accepted. That is, age does
the presence of the recipients of the Pradhan not determine who is small or who is great. You
Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar, Prime Minister become great through your actions and achieve-
Narendra Modi said that some of them have ments. At the program, Prime Minister Modi said
displayed exceptional bravery, while others have that even at a young age, you can do things that
done commendable work in the fields of social inspire others. You have demonstrated this. These
service and environment. Some have innovated achievements should be seen only as a beginning.
in science and technology, while many young You have to go much further. You have to take
people are contributing to the fields of sports, art, your dreams to the sky. n

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