Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Releases ‘Shaurya Gatha’ Book in Meerut
The 348-page book to be distributed to all schools and libraries across the state
Stories of the valour of seven Ashok Chakra, 30 Kirti Chakra and 133 Shaurya Chakra awardees compiled in the book
Meerut: The heroic stories of brave soldiers whose indomitable courage protected the country's borders, whose valour thwarted enemy designs and whose supreme sacrifices safeguarded the nation's honour will now reach schoolchildren in Uttar Pradesh. The stories of brave sons of the state who displayed extraordinary courage and dedication while serving in the Indian Armed Forces will now be taught to the younger generation.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath released the book ‘Shaurya Gatha’ at the Ex-Servicemen Reunion Ceremony held at Kulwant Singh Stadium in Meerut on Saturday. On the occasion, he announced that the book would be distributed to all schools across the state so that children could learn about the valour of the Indian Army, the sacrifices of soldiers and the country's glorious military history. The book will also be made available in libraries across the state.
Published by the Directorate of Sainik Welfare and Rehabilitation, Uttar Pradesh, the 348-page book documents the exceptional valour of the state's brave sons who demonstrated extraordinary courage and dedication while serving in the Indian Armed Forces. It contains accounts of the bravery of Uttar Pradesh soldiers who received gallantry awards during peacetime.
The book describes the courage and valour of seven Ashok Chakra, 30 Kirti Chakra and 133 Shaurya Chakra awardees. It is not merely a compilation of gallantry awards but also a chronicle of the indomitable determination, struggles and dedication to the nation of soldiers who brought honour to the state and the country through their bravery.
History of valour and sacrifice documented in seven chapters
‘Shaurya Gatha’ has been divided into seven chapters. It begins with the historical background of Uttar Pradesh. The book provides information in simple and accessible language about various gallantry medals awarded before and after Independence.
It explains how soldiers of the Indian Army demonstrated extraordinary courage and devotion to duty under different circumstances, always placing the security of the country above everything else. The objective is to make information related to military history and gallantry awards accessible to the general public, particularly the youth.
From Operation Sindoor to Operation Parakram, military operations also covered
The third chapter of the book focuses on various military operations conducted by the Indian Army. It includes references to Operation Sindoor, Operation Polo, Operation Vijay, Operation Blue Star and Operation Parakram.
The courage, strategic roles and valour of soldiers who participated in these operations have been documented in the book. It also provides information on how soldiers performed their duties under different military circumstances and faced challenges in safeguarding the nation.
Children will also be able to learn about heroes from their own districts
The final section of the book contains a district-wise list of Ashok Chakra, Kirti Chakra and Shaurya Chakra awardees. This will enable readers from different districts of the state to learn about the brave sons of their respective regions who enhanced the country's pride through their extraordinary courage.
This section will be particularly important for schoolchildren, as it will help them become familiar with the achievements and sacrifices of brave soldiers from their own surrounding areas.
Book begins with messages from the Governor and Chief Minister
The book opens with messages from Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.
In his message, the Chief Minister wrote that India's soldiers have set unparalleled examples of courage, discipline and supreme sacrifice in protecting the unity, integrity and security of the nation. Their lives are an everlasting source of inspiration for every citizen, particularly the younger generation.
He also stated that the Uttar Pradesh Government is fully committed to working for the welfare and honour of serving soldiers, ex-servicemen and their dependants.
With the Chief Minister announcing that the book will be distributed to all schools across the state, its reach will extend beyond that of an ordinary publication. It will become a medium for connecting the younger generation with military history, the sacrifices of soldiers and the pride of the nation.
The objective is to familiarise children with the values of bravery, devotion to duty and sacrifice that form the foundation of the lives of soldiers engaged in protecting the country.
