Archive · 20 May 2025
Assam's Barak Valley Commemorates Language Martyrs' Day
Every year, people in the Barak Valley of Assam remember the Language Martyrs who died in 1961.
These people were protesting because they didn't want the government to force them to use the Assamese language.
On Monday, people gathered at the Silchar railway station, where the shootings happened, and at other places to pay their respects.
They placed flowers and remembered those who died.
Many different groups organized events, including cultural organizations, sports associations, and the press club.
People also want the railway station to be renamed and for the day to be recognized internationally.
The Barak Valley observed the 64th anniversary of Language Martyrs' Day.
Eleven language martyrs died in police firing at Silchar railway station in 1961.
Protests were against the imposition of the Assamese language.
Tributes were paid at the Martyrs Column and Shahid Smriti Saudho.
Organizations demanded renaming the railway station and international recognition of the day.
- Who
- People of Barak Valley, including social bodies, political leaders, and government officials.
- What
- The 64th anniversary of Language Martyrs' Day was observed with various programs and tributes.
- When
- May 19, 1961 and the 64th anniversary on Monday.
- Where
- Silchar railway station and other locations in Barak Valley, Assam.
- Why
- To remember the language martyrs who protested against the imposition of the Assamese language.
- Event
- Language Martyrs' Day
- Location
- Silchar railway station, Assam
- Date
- May 19, 1961
- Cause
- Protest against imposition of Assamese language
- Participants
- People from all walks of life