Every year on January 30, India commemorates Martyrs' Day, also known as Shaheed Diwas, to honour the courageous individuals who gave their lives for the country's freedom. This day has great historical significance, stemming from the struggles against British colonial control. On Martyrs' Day 2024 understand why India marks the day. 

The story behind Martyrs' Day traces back to the infamous incident at Jallianwala Bagh in Amritsar on April 13, 1919. General Reginald Dyer, a British officer, ordered the massacre of hundreds of unarmed Indians who had gathered at Jallianwala Bagh to protest peacefully against repressive laws. The brutal episode left an indelible mark on India's fight for independence.