Odisha CM pays floral tribute to freedom fighters at the 31st Freedom Fighter Mahotsav
Bhubaneswar, January 3: Owing a tribute to the freedom fighters for their impeccable contribution and sacrifices made towards the country, a Mahotsav was conducted in Odisha. It was the 31st Freedom Fighter Mahotsav by the Odisha government and the Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik attended the function with other officials.
Addressing the event, Naveen Patnaik said, ‘The Indian Freedom Movement virtually changed the fundamental principles of struggle against oppression and tyranny. It empowered people all over the globe and inspired to use no-violence as a potent weapon to fight against oppressive regimes.’
India gained independence with the clear motive of the fundamental principle of non-violence. While appreciating the noble sacrifices made by the freedom fighters, the Chief Minister expressed gratitude to these fearless freedom fighters for their contribution and struggle to fight for independence.
This Mahotsav was held on the death anniversary of veteran freedom fighter and former Chief Minister Harekrushna Mahatab. During this Mahotsav, he also inaugurated a book exhibition based on the life of Mahatab. Patnaik had also earlier paid floral tribute at the statue of Mahatab in Odisha Legislative Assembly premises. Freedom fighters from across the state attended the Mahostav.