AGARTALA, Oct 12 (TIWN): Birchandra Manu Martyrs Day Observed by CPI-M.

The Communist Party of India (Marxist) observed Bir Chandra Manu Martyrs’ Day on Monday, paying tribute to those who lost their lives in political violence in the area in 1988.

CPI(M) state leaders paid floral tributes to the deceased at the party’s headquarters, remembering their lives and sacrifices. The observance was held under the pledge, “We do not forget and will never forget the martyrs of Bir Chandra Manu who fell victim to semi-fascist terror under coalition rule.”

The program also recalled incidents of political violence from the past. According to the party, 11 CPI(M) workers and two police personnel were killed in political violence in 1988.

Party leaders paid their respects to the deceased and stated that their memories and sacrifices would continue to be remembered in the years ahead.