SRINAGAR: Apni Party president Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Sunday paid tributes to the martyrs of July 13, 1931, describing them as “true heroes” whose sacrifices contributed to the struggle against autocratic rule in Jammu and Kashmir.
In a statement, Bukhari said the martyrs had laid down their lives while raising their voices against oppression and injustice, adding that their sacrifices had become the foundation of the people’s movement that eventually led to democratic governance in the region.
He said the sacrifices of the July 13 martyrs continued to inspire people to uphold justice, democracy and the rule of law.
Bukhari also said the occasion served as a reminder of the courage and resilience of those who stood up for the democratic rights and aspirations of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
