Kolkata: West Bengal Governor R.N. Ravi has called upon all state and private universities in the state to observe August 14 as ‘Partition Horrors Remembrance Day’.
A statement issued by the Lok Bhavan Sunday said, “Governor R.N. Ravi has called upon all state and Private Universities in West Bengal, along with their affiliated colleges and institutions, to observe August 14 as ‘Partition Horrors Remembrance Day’, bringing students, faculty members and parents together to remember the horrors of Partition and its profound impact on Bengal.”
The Bengal Governor said that the observance will help the younger generation understand one of the darkest chapters of the country’s national history.
“Bengal bore the worst horrors of Partition, with millions facing displacement, loss of precious lives and livelihoods, and profound social, cultural and economic disruption. The observance will help our younger generation understand one of the darkest chapters of our national history—the horrors of Partition, the immense suffering of those who lived through it, and the forces that led to it—and remain vigilant against forces that seek to divide us,” the statement said.
It may be noted that the Bharatiya Janata Party government in the state has already announced the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ programme on the occasion of Independence Day August 15.
The West Bengal government has organised a special march on the occasion of the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ programme Monday.
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari will take to the streets on Independence Day and it is believed that about 10,000 students may be present there.
According to sources, although the entire plan is under the supervision of the education department, practically all the responsibility has been given to Calcutta University.
It has been asked to encourage students for the programme by meeting with various college authorities.
On that day, a gathering will be held near Akashvani by 10 a.m. The procession will start after 1 p.m. till the Victoria Memorial.
Chief Minister Adhikari will join the procession.
