File photo NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the younger generation like Gen Z and Gen Alpha would take India on the past of Viksit Bharat. Addressing the students on the occasion of Veer Baal Diwas, he said, “You are Gen Z and, in a way, Gen Alpha. It is your generation that will take India towards the goal of Viksit Bharat. When I see the capability and strength of Gen Z, I understand it, and that is why I have immense trust in you.””Today, the nation is observing Veer Bal Diwas. Today, we remember those brave Sahibzadas who are the pride of India. They represent the ultimate expression of India’s indomitable courage, valour and bravery. Those brave Sahibzadas broke the limits of age and circumstance. They stood like a rock against the cruel Mughal Sultanate, shaking the very existence of religious fanaticism and terror. A nation with such a glorious past can achieve anything,” he further said.PM Modi also remarked that the observance of Veer Baal Diwas has helped create a platform to recognize and encourage brave and talented youth.”Whenever December 26th comes around, I feel a sense of satisfaction knowing that we have started celebrating ‘Veer Bal Diwas’ (Brave Children’s Day), inspired by the bravery of the Sahibzadas (sons of Guru Gobind Singh). In the last four years, this new tradition of Veer Bal Diwas has carried the inspiring stories of the Sahibzadas to the new generation. Veer Bal Diwas has also created a platform for courageous and talented young people. Every year, children who achieve remarkable feats for the country in various fields are honoured with the Prime Minister’s National Children’s Award,” he said.On December 26, 1704, Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s younger sons, Sahibzadas Zorawar Singh and Fateh Singh, were executed by being bricked alive on the orders of Wazir Khan, the Nawab of Sirhind, after they refused to convert to Islam during Emperor Aurangzeb’s rule. His elder sons, Sahibzada Ajit Singh and Sahibzada Jujhar Singh, embraced martyrdom while courageously fighting in the Battle of Chamkaur.PM Modi declared in 2022 that December 26 would be observed as Veer Baal Diwas in remembrance of the martyrdom of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s sons.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosUnnao Rape Convict Kuldeep Sengar’s Bail Triggers Protests In Delhi, Victim’s Mother Demands Hanging’Burn Houses, Murder People’: Brisbane Imam’s Expose of Pakistan’s Attitude Towards MinoritiesBig Test For BNP Chief Tarique Rahman To Rein In Islamists, Calm Bangladesh Amid Violence: Ex-Envoys’Not Genocide But Anger Against Govt’: Cleric On Bangladesh Unrest, Questions Selective OutrageChina Counters Pentagon Report, Extends India Hand On Trust, Borders, Cooperation And StabilityBangladesh Unrest: Another Hindu Man Lynched; Police Claim Extortion Bid‘Hurt Hindu Sentiments’: Bajrang Dal Protests Outside Bareilly Church, Video Viral‘Bit Late but Strong’: Amit Shah Highlights India’s Semiconductor Industry Growth‘One Family Rule’: PM Modi Slams Congress at Prerna Sthal InaugurationBNP Chairman Tarique Rahman Makes Grand Comeback To Bangladesh, Evokes Martin Luther King In Speech123Photostories5 simple hacks to avoid feeling bloated after holiday mealsRaising confident teens in the digital world of 2026Chennai’s Madhavaram Lake to become city’s first restored lake with jet skis, boating this Pongal6 high-protein winter sabzi that deserve a regular place on the plateWhat makes this European Christmas Market the best in the world?Why is everyone talking about orange juice these days? Key health benefits you are missing out onHarvard study finds one-third of Delhi’s PM2.5 is ammonium sulfate: What is it and how harmful is it for human health6 New Year resolutions students should stick toHow to make high-protein laddoos using basi rotiNorth India in January: 10 places that look their best in winter123Hot PicksUAE WeatherPAN-Aadhaar linkingAmrit MondalGold rate todayIncome Tax RefundIndian Railways fareBank Holidays DecemberTop TrendingCharles BarkleyAnthony DavisStephen CurryJaipur Mosque ViolenceTravis KelceCreed HumphreyShivank AvasthiSophie CunninghamSnoop DoggUS Strike Nigeria
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the younger generation like Gen Z and Gen Alpha would take India on the past of Viksit Bharat. Addressing the students on the occasion of Veer Baal Diwas, he said, “You are Gen Z and, in a way, Gen Alpha. It is your generation that will take India towards the goal of Viksit Bharat. When I see the capability and strength of Gen Z, I understand it, and that is why I have immense trust in you.”“Today, the nation is observing Veer Bal Diwas. Today, we remember those brave Sahibzadas who are the pride of India. They represent the ultimate expression of India’s indomitable courage, valour and bravery. Those brave Sahibzadas broke the limits of age and circumstance. They stood like a rock against the cruel Mughal Sultanate, shaking the very existence of religious fanaticism and terror. A nation with such a glorious past can achieve anything,” he further said.PM Modi also remarked that the observance of Veer Baal Diwas has helped create a platform to recognize and encourage brave and talented youth.“Whenever December 26th comes around, I feel a sense of satisfaction knowing that we have started celebrating ‘Veer Bal Diwas’ (Brave Children’s Day), inspired by the bravery of the Sahibzadas (sons of Guru Gobind Singh). In the last four years, this new tradition of Veer Bal Diwas has carried the inspiring stories of the Sahibzadas to the new generation. Veer Bal Diwas has also created a platform for courageous and talented young people. Every year, children who achieve remarkable feats for the country in various fields are honoured with the Prime Minister’s National Children’s Award,” he said.On December 26, 1704, Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s younger sons, Sahibzadas Zorawar Singh and Fateh Singh, were executed by being bricked alive on the orders of Wazir Khan, the Nawab of Sirhind, after they refused to convert to Islam during Emperor Aurangzeb’s rule. His elder sons, Sahibzada Ajit Singh and Sahibzada Jujhar Singh, embraced martyrdom while courageously fighting in the Battle of Chamkaur.PM Modi declared in 2022 that December 26 would be observed as Veer Baal Diwas in remembrance of the martyrdom of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s sons.
