Archive · 31 Jul 2025
Remembering Shaheed Udham Singh's Martyrdom Day
Today is the day we remember Shaheed Udham Singh, a brave freedom fighter.
He is known for getting revenge for the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, where British soldiers killed many peaceful people in 1919.
Udham Singh, who saw the massacre as a child, later killed Michael O'Dwyer, who supported the killings.
He was hanged in London in 1940 but is still remembered as a hero.
His actions inspired unity, and his memory lives on in India.
July 31st marks Shaheed Udham Singh's Martyrdom Day.
He is remembered for avenging the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.
The massacre occurred in Amritsar on April 13, 1919.
Udham Singh assassinated Michael O'Dwyer in London in 1940.
Udham Singh's remains were returned to India and honored in 1974.
- Who
- Shaheed Udham Singh, and those who honor his memory.
- What
- Martyrdom Day of Shaheed Udham Singh is observed.
- When
- July 31st
- Where
- India and London (where he was executed)
- Why
- To honor Shaheed Udham Singh and remember his sacrifice.
- Event
- Shaheed Udham Singh Martyrdom Day
- Date
- July 31st
- Known for
- Avenging Jallianwala Bagh massacre
- Assassination
- Michael O'Dwyer in London, 1940
- Birth Name
- Sher Singh
