As India prepares to mark its 78th Independence Day, spiritual leader Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev posted a video on social media, addressing a humanitarian issue related to the India-Pakistan partition. The video was released in conjunction with ‘Partition Horrors Remembrance Day,’ dedicated to pay tributes to the victims of the partition and serving as a solemn reminder of the largest displacement of people in the country’s history.
“Why was partition done?” Over a million people died and seven million were forced to migrate due to it,” he said in the video.
He further stated that it was not a matter of religion but one of humanity.
“This is not a religious question. It is a question of humanity. If your humanity is alive, this question must be asked and answered for our generation and particularly for the coming generation,” he said.
“Even now, the nation doesn’t have the courage to face these questions and find answers to them. I feel the coming generation musk ask these questions,” he asserted.
On ‘Partition Horrors Remembrance Day,’ Prime Minister Narendra Modi also paid respects to the victims of the partition, highlighting the significance of recognising their bravery as a testament to the strength of the human spirit.
Taking to X, PM Modi wrote, “On #PartitionHorrorsRemembranceDay, we remember the countless people who were deeply impacted and suffered due to the horrors of Partition. It is also a day to pay tribute to their courage, which illustrates the power of human resilience. Many of those affected by Partition went on to rebuild their lives and achieve immense success. Today, we also reaffirm our commitment to always protect the bonds of unity and brotherhood in our nation.”
Union Home Minister Amit Shah also paid tribute, stating, “Today, on ‘Partition Horrors Remembrance Day,’ I pay tribute to the millions who endured unimaginable suffering, lost their lives, and were rendered homeless during one of history’s most brutal episodes. Only by remembering this history and learning from it can a nation build a strong future and emerge as a power. The tradition of observing this day, initiated by Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji, is a significant step towards nation-building.”