In remembrance of the martyrdom of Shaheed Udham Singh, all government, government-aided, Central government, and private recognised schools in UT Chandigarh will observe a half-day academic schedule on July 31.
As per the instructions issued by the UT Education Department, regular classes will conclude early, followed by a one-hour special school assembly dedicated to honouring the life and legacy of Shaheed Udham Singh, who laid down his life in the fight against colonial rule for the nation’s freedom.
In the morning session, school classes will be held till 11:00 am, followed by the special assembly from 11:00 am till 12:00 noon.
For evening session schools, classes will be held till 3:00 pm, followed by the special assembly from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria stated, “Shaheed Udham Singh’s fearless act of justice serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices that laid the foundation of our nation. On this day, special assemblies will be held across schools to honour his legacy, not only to pay tribute, but to inspire every child with the values of courage, patriotism, and integrity. Through these tributes, we aim to connect students with the spirit of India’s freedom struggle and the responsibilities that come with living in a free and democratic society.”
This initiative aims to inspire young minds with the values upheld by one of India’s bravest freedom fighters and to deepen their connection with the spirit of the Indian freedom movement.
