Delhi, December 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid tributes to the security personnel who sacrificed their lives while defending the Parliament during the heinous terrorist attack in 2001.
The Prime Minister along with Vice President C P Radhakrishnan paid their tributes to the security personnel at the Parliament.
Leaders across party lines joined the remembrance. Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi arrived at Parliament to honour the fallen personnel.
A brief function is held outside the now old Parliament building (Samvidhan Sadan) every December 13 to mark the day.
The Prime Minister stated that the nation remembers with deep respect those who laid down their lives in the line of duty. He noted that their courage, alertness, and unwavering sense of responsibility in the face of grave danger remain an enduring inspiration for every citizen.
The CRPF paid a special tribute to Constable Kamlesh Kumari, recalling her bravery during the attack, for which she was posthumously awarded the Ashoka Chakra.
In a post on X, Modi wrote, “On this day, our nation remembers those who laid down their lives during the heinous attack on our Parliament in 2001. In the face of grave danger, their courage, alertness and unwavering sense of duty were remarkable. India will forever remain grateful for their supreme sacrifice.”
On December 13, 2001, five terrorists linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed stormed the Parliament complex, killing 14 people, mostly security personnel. Parliament reiterated its resolve to stand firm against terrorism.
