Nation remembers bravehearts who fought against colonial rule: President

 

 

PRESIDENT Droupadi Murmu on Friday greeted the people of Goa on the State’s Liberation Day and said the nation remembers the bravehearts who fought relentlessly against colonial rule. In a post on X, Murmu said the country salutes freedom fighters and armed forces for their unwavering resolve and unflinching dedication. “I wish the people of Goa a bright and prosperous future,” she said.

 

“On Goa Liberation Day, the nation remembers with gratitude the bravehearts who fought relentlessly to liberate Goa from colonial rule,” the President said. Goa Liberation Day is celebrated every year on December 19 to mark the success of ‘Operation Vijay’ in 1961.

 

 

PRIME Minister Narendra Modi on Friday recalled the sacrifices of the freedom fighters on Goa Liberation Day. “Goa Liberation Day reminds us of a defining chapter in our national journey. We recall the indomitable spirit of those who refused to accept injustice and fought for freedom with courage and conviction,” the Prime Minister said in a post on X. The day marks the success of ‘Operation Vijay’ underraken by armed forces to liberate Goa from Portuguese rule in 1961.