Maoist Leader Prachanda States Martyrs' Dreams Remain Unfulfilled on Martyrs' Day

Kathmandu. The coordinator of the CPN (Maoist Centre), Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda', while extending best wishes on the occasion of Martyrs' Day, stated that the dreams of the martyrs have not yet been fulfilled. He expressed these views while paying tribute to all known and unknown martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the nation, nationality, democracy, and social justice.

Prachanda stated that Nepal's history of transformation is written in the blood of martyrs. In his message, he recalled the sacrifices of Lakhan Thapa, Banka Bir, and the four martyrs (Shukraraj, Dharmabhakta, Dasharath, Gangalal) who fought against the autocratic Rana regime, as well as the martyrs of the Panchayat era, the People's War, the People's Movements, and the Madhes and Tharu movements. Specifically, including the sacrifices of the martyrs of the recent Janandolan (People's Movement), he mentioned that the common objective of all these struggles was to end feudalism and discrimination and establish democracy and good governance.

He stated that achievements such as the republic, federalism, inclusivity, and secularism achieved by the country are the result of the martyrs' sacrifices. However, he pointed out that the struggle for social justice, economic equality, the end of corruption, and national independence is still ongoing, indicating that the martyrs' dreams have not been fully realized. He remarked that the day will only be meaningful if everyone dedicates themselves to fulfilling those incomplete dreams.

Prachanda interpreted today as a day for self-reflection and a resolution to stand with the people without wavering. He also appealed to everyone to move forward towards building a prosperous socialist Nepal based on the foundation of the achievements gained.