‘We respect our national heroes,’ Delhi CM targets AAP for questioning govt’s commitment to patriotism

“They raised questions but they never said a word about repairing the statue of Bhagat Singh when it was broken earlier. Today, on the occasion of Shaheed Diwas, we have unveiled a new statue of Bhagat Singh because we truly honour and respect our national heroes,” said the CM.

A controversy erupted last month after the statue of Bhagat Singh was damaged in the same park in Malviya Nagar. At Sunday’s event, the CM further said, “It is a moment of pride and honour for me to unveil this new statue of Shaheed Bhagat Singh. It represents our genuine reverence and dedication towards our national heroes. Our government maintains the utmost respect for our nation’s brave sons and shall never forget their sacrifices.”

Gupta also said the Delhi government has issued directions to departments concerned and officials regarding the respectful maintenance of the national flag.

“Our national flag and statues of our nation’s distinguished heroes represent our illustrious history, struggle for independence and cultural heritage. Their dignified preservation constitutes not merely our obligation but serves as a wellspring of patriotic sentiment and inspiration for future generations. We bear the responsibility to honour these emblems,” the CM said.

She also reiterated that “Bhagat Singh’s vision encompassed an India where equitable rights would be extended to all citizens.”

“Presently, our nation is striving to realise this aspiration through PM Narendra Modi’s principle of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’. It is imperative that today’s youth draw inspiration from the ideological principles of Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev, and actively participate in national development,” she said.

The CM also participated in a Shaheed Diwas event organised by Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra.