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The Indian High Commission in London marked Partition Horrors Remembrance Day with a tribute to victims and survivors. High Commissioner V. Doraiswami emphasized remembering this painful chapter in history. A segment from the documentary 'Beyond Partition' was screened, curated by filmmaker Lalit Mohan Joshi. PM Modi highlighted the resilience of those who rebuilt their lives after Partition.

Key Points: Indian High Commission London Honors Partition Victims on Remembrance Day

  • High Commission London screens 'Beyond Partition' documentary
  • PM Modi honors resilience of survivors
  • Lalit Mohan Joshi presents historical footage
  • Event reinforces unity amid diversity
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Indian High Commission in London marks Partition Horrors Remembrance Day with tribute to victims, survivors

High Commissioner V. Doraiswami and PM Modi pay tribute to Partition survivors and victims in a solemn London ceremony.

"Partition is a chapter of our nation's history that must never be forgotten. – High Commissioner V. Doraiswami"

London, August 15

The High Commission of India in London observed Partition Horrors Remembrance Day with a commemorative event to honour the lives lost and the strength of those who survived during the partition of India in 1947.

During the ceremony, High Commissioner V. Doraiswami emphasised the significance of remembering this chapter in the nation's history, stating, "Partition is a chapter of our nation's history that must never be forgotten, and that it serves as a reminder of our endurance as well as the unifying power of our diversity."

https://x.com/HCI_London/status/1956069447933812799

"On #PartitionHorrorsRemembranceDay, @HCI_London hosted a commemorative event to honour the lives lost and the strength of those who survived, "High Commission of India in London wrote in a post on X.

"In his remarks, HC @VDoraiswami emphasised that Partition is a chapter of our nation's history that must never be forgotten, and that it serves as a reminder of our endurance as well as the unifying power of our diversity," the post added.

The event featured the screening of a short segment from the documentary film Beyond Partition, presented by Lalit Mohan Joshi, a former journalist, filmmaker, and founder-director of the South Asian Cinema Foundation (SACF).

"Former journalist, filmmaker and founder Director of South Asian Cinema Foundation (SACF), @Lalitmohanjoshi presented a short clip from his documentary film 'Beyond Partition," the post said.

https://x.com/narendramodi/status/1955830272236138778

Sharing the post on Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote, "India observes #PartitionHorrorsRemembranceDay, remembering the upheaval and pain endured by countless people during that tragic chapter of our history. It is also a day to honour their grit...their ability to face unimaginable loss and still find the strength to start afresh."

"Many of those affected went on to rebuild their lives and achieve remarkable milestones. This day is also a reminder of our enduring responsibility to strengthen the bonds of harmony that hold our country together," the post added.

Partition Horrors Remembrance Day is an annual national memorial day observed on 14 August in India, commemorating the victims and sufferings of people during the 1947 partition of India.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
Heartbreaking to think what our ancestors went through. My nani used to tell stories of walking for days with just the clothes on her back. This remembrance is so important for future generations to understand our resilience 🙏
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David E
As someone who studied South Asian history, I appreciate India's efforts to commemorate this tragedy. The partition was one of the largest human migrations in history - over 15 million displaced. More people should know about this.
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Aditya G
While remembering partition is important, I wish our leaders would focus more on current issues facing partition survivors and their families. Many still await proper rehabilitation even after 75+ years.
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Shreya B
The documentary screening is a great initiative! We need more such efforts to document oral histories before we lose our last partition survivors. Their stories are our national treasure ❤️
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Michael C
Interesting to see this commemoration in London. The British played a major role in partition - hope they acknowledge their historical responsibility too. The Radcliffe Line decisions caused so much suffering.

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