{"id":5947,"date":"2025-08-23T12:07:45","date_gmt":"2025-08-23T12:07:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jeevaypunjab.com\/?p=5947"},"modified":"2025-08-23T12:07:46","modified_gmt":"2025-08-23T12:07:46","slug":"haryana-assembly-pays-tribute-to-national-leaders-freedom-fighters-and-martyrs-three-bills-introduced-on-first-day-of-monsoon-session","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jeevaypunjab.com\/?p=5947","title":{"rendered":"Haryana Assembly Pays Tribute to National Leaders, Freedom Fighters, and Martyrs; Three Bills Introduced on First Day of Monsoon Session"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Chandigarh, August 22<\/strong> \u2013 The Haryana Legislative Assembly commenced its monsoon session on Thursday with solemn tributes to eminent personalities, freedom fighters, and brave soldiers who lost their lives in recent months. Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Speaker Harvinder Kalyan, former Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda, and Deputy Leader of Opposition Aditya Devilal led the proceedings with heartfelt condolence motions. The session opened on a somber note as members of the Assembly, officials, mediapersons, and staff stood in silence for two minutes to honor the departed souls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The condolence resolutions included tributes to several prominent figures, including former Governor of Jammu & Kashmir, Meghalaya, Goa, Odisha, and Bihar, Satya Pal Malik, former Haryana Assembly members Inder Singh Nain and Hari Ram Valmiki, and freedom fighter Mangal Singh from Rewari district. The Assembly extended deep sympathies to the bereaved families, underscoring the contribution of these figures to society, politics, and the nation\u2019s history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The House also expressed grief over the tragic terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22, 2025<\/strong>, in which 26 innocent civilians lost their lives. Members condemned the attack in the strongest terms, describing it as an assault on humanity and national integrity. The Assembly called for collective national resilience against terrorism, while offering condolences to the families affected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Equally moving were tributes to those who perished in the Air India plane crash on June 12, 2025<\/strong>, which occurred on a flight from Ahmedabad to London. The accident claimed the lives of 260 passengers, including former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani. Lawmakers mourned the heavy loss of life and remembered the late leader\u2019s contribution to public service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Assembly also saluted the courage and sacrifice of 43 brave soldiers from Haryana<\/strong> who laid down their lives in the line of duty, defending the unity and sovereignty of the nation. The roll call of martyrs included high-ranking officers such as Colonel Shamsher Singh of Bhiwani\u2019s Dhani Rahimpur, Squadron Leader Lokendra Singh Sindhu of Rohtak, Lieutenant Vinay Narwal of Karnal, and Flight Lieutenant Siddharth Yadav of Rewari, among others. Their sacrifices resonated deeply within the Assembly, where members acknowledged that Haryana continues to contribute significantly to the armed forces of India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The detailed list of martyrs covered men from across districts including Charkhi Dadri, Mahendragarh, Jhajjar, Rewari, Sonipat, Kaithal, Sirsa, Yamunanagar, and Hisar. Each name reflected Haryana\u2019s historical legacy as a land of valor, where military service and patriotic sacrifice remain interwoven into the cultural identity. The Assembly emphasized that the loss of these brave men is not only the state\u2019s grief but also the nation\u2019s collective mourning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apart from national figures and security personnel, the condolence motions also extended to personal bereavements of political families. Tributes were paid to relatives of prominent politicians including Assembly Speaker Harvinder Kalyan\u2019s aunt Gurbachni Devi, MP Kiran Choudhry\u2019s uncle-in-law Hari Singh, former CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda\u2019s relatives, Aditya Surjewala\u2019s family members, and others. The Assembly recognized that behind every public servant lies a support system of family, and such losses are equally significant to the functioning of society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The proceedings also highlighted the importance of remembering those who contributed to public life, freedom struggles, and regional development. Lawmakers agreed that such moments of collective remembrance strengthen democratic institutions by acknowledging the sacrifices made by leaders and citizens alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Following the condolence session, the House moved on to legislative business. On the opening day, three significant bills were introduced<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n