1. The three freedom fighters Bhagat Singh, Raj Guru, and Sukhdev were hanged on this day (March 23rd) in the year 1931 in Lahore Conspiracy Case.
2. ‘Shaheed Diwas’ is commemorated every year on this day to remember the ultimate sacrifice made by the three.
3. Among the three, Bhagat Singh was only 23 when he was executed in the Lahore Central Jail in 1931.
4. On December 28th, 1930, Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, and Raj Guru plotted to kill superintendent of police James Scott in Lahore to avenge the death of freedom fighter Lala Lajpat Rai.
5. Unfortunately, they shot John Saunders by mistake following which Bhagat Singh fled to Calcutta.
6. After that, he along with Batukeshwar Dutt hurled bombs at Delhi’s Central Assembly Hall and raised the slogan, "Inquilab Zindabad" to disturb the British Authority.
7. The heroes' death inspired a generation of Indians to join the freedom movement against British Colonialism.
8. Bhagat Singh's ideas and principles continue to inspire generations who strive for an equal society.
9. Shaheed Diwas is a day to remember the courage, determination, and sacrifice of these folk heroes who will continue to inspire for many years.