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Gorkhas observed 'Balidaan Diwas'

9:05 AM
25th August was  observed as 'Balidaan Diwas' by the Indian Gorkhas across the country.

Sikkim Gorkha Jagaran Sangh organised a day long 'Balidaan Diwas' of National Hero Martyr Saheed Durga Malla at Jorthang Panchasheel Bhawan today. Event was attended by many Army Ex-Servicemen who wholeheartedly donated blood to make event glorifying in name of Martyrdom. Despite the cancellation of the previously accorded permission to hold the ‘Balidan Diwas’ function on August 25 at Namchi community hall Sikkim Gorkha Jagran Sangh's  'Balidaan Diwas' observation was a grand success.
Sikkim Gorkha Jagaran Sangh organised a day long 'Balidaan Diwas'
Sikkim Gorkha Jagaran Sangh organised a day long 'Balidaan Diwas'
Kadamtala Youth Club observed Shaeed Diwas on Martyr day of Major Durga Malla 25 August 1944 first Indian Gorkha Martyr on the  'Balidaan Diwas'. Remembering his his prime sacrifice for freedom movement the organisers said India will always remember his valor, Courage, Devotion and sacrifice which he set an example to fellow country
Kadamtala Youth Club observed Shaeed Diwas on Martyr day of Major Durga Malla on the 'Balidaan Diwas'
Kadamtala Youth Club observed Shaeed Diwas on Martyr day of Major Durga Malla on the 'Balidaan Diwas'
Balidan Diwas in Delhi. 
The spot where Shaheed Major Durga Malla was hanged in 1944 is marked by a sandstone sculpture. A black pedestal nearby lists the 13 martyrs who were hanged there between 1915 and 1945.
Shaheed Park in Maulana Azad Medical College in New Delhi marks the location of Delhi Jail during British times
Shaheed Park in Maulana Azad Medical College in New Delhi marks the location of Delhi Jail during British times
The Shaheed Park in Maulana Azad Medical College in New Delhi marks the location of Delhi Jail during British times. The sculpture on the right marks the spot where the gallows stood beside a pond. On the left is a stone pedestal that bears the names of 14 martyrs, 13 of whom where hanged on the spot, including Shaheed Major Durga Malla on August 25, 1944
At this spot stood the gallows of Delhi Jail and a lake. Shaheed Major Durga Malla was hanged here on August 25, 1944
This stone lists the 13 martyrs hanged at Delhi Jail by the British. Shaheed Durga Malla's name has been etched as "Daroga Mall", but Bharatiya Gorkha Parisangh is working to have that corrected
Gorkha Apex Committee extended its greetings on the occasion of Balidan Diwas 2015 via facebook post. "On this day in 1944, Gorkha Sahid Maj. Durga Malla sacrificed his life for the freedom of our beloved country India. Please find herewith the inspiring poem penned by him."

Inspiring poem penned by him.
Gorkhas in Nagaland conducted blood donation camp "Rakta Daan Maha Daan". Event of "BALIDAN DIWAS CUM BLOOD DONATION DRIVE" on 71st martyrs Day of Major.DurgMalla(INA) THE GORKHALI FREEDOM FIGHTER OF INDIA was observed.


Salbari Sewa Samaj Siliguri Paid homage to Saheed Durga Malla on 'Balidaan Diwas' at Shaheed Durga Malla Path.
Salbari Sewa Samaj Siliguri Paid homage to Saheed Durga Malla on 'Balidaan Diwas'
Sri Utta Singh subba , 82 yr. old , former army man- he painted the portrait
of Saheed Durga malla in water colour.pic via Rajen Moktan
Observation of Balidan Diwas at MAHUR 



72nd BALIDAN DIWAS (Death Anniversary of Freedom Fighter/I.N.A Martyr Saheed DURGA MALLA ) programme at UMRONGSO,DIMA HASAO, (ASSAM ) where Chief Executive Member,N.C Hills Autonomous Council attended as CHIEF GUEST, Sri Ram Moktan, National Spokesperson, Bharatiya Gorkha Parisangh, Central Committee attended as GUEST OF HONOUR and other invitees on 25th August, 2015.
72nd BALIDAN DIWAS programme at UMRONGSO,DIMA HASAO


Mirik college observes Nepali language Bhasha Manyata Diwas

6:26 PM
The Nepali Language Bhasha Manyata Diwas was today obesrved by Mirik College to mark the completion of the 24 years of the recognition of the Nepali language.

Principals from various schools, Journalist, Photographers, Mirik P.S SI Rabi Kumar Diyali and other prominent literature were present as the chief guest. The day stressed on the use of the Language which has got its constitutional long back.

Catch a glimpse of Mirik college observes Nepali language Bhasa Manyata Diwa

Mirik college observes Nepali language Bhasha Manyata Diwas






Via Voice of Mirik

GTA awards 61 meritorious students with laptop and Rs10,000

10:26 AM
On the 69th Independence the GTA (Gorkhaland Territorial Administration) awarded 61 meritorious students from GTA region who secured top 10 position in class X and XII examinations conducted by CBSE, ICSE and the West Bengal Board.

The students were awarded with a laptop and Rs.10000/- each.
Congrats to all the deserving students!! Well Done!!

GTA Awards 61 Meritorious Students With Laptop And 10K Cash.

GTA Awards Students With Laptop And 10K Cash.

GTA Awards Students



Photos & news via TheDC

In Photos - Earthquake in Nepal 7.5 to 7.9 magnitude Massive Damage

2:45 PM
An Earthquake of magnitude  7.5 to 7.9 striked Nepal on 25th April 2015 which heavenly Damaged the capital city of Kathmandu. There was widespread devastation in Hanmandhoka area in the old area of Kathmandu. Several casualties were feared as buildings collapsed. Bhimsen tower collapsed in Nepal.

View the Photos of the Earthquake effected Areas in Nepal and India

Hundreds trapped as iconic Bhimsen Tower collapses - Nepal Earthquake
Hundreds trapped as iconic Bhimsen Tower collapses - Nepal Earthquake

Ekantipur is showing footage of bodies being piled up outside buildings that have collapsed
Bodies being piled up outside buildings that have collapsed

 Road Cracked - 7.5 m Earthquake Nepal 25th April 2015
 Road Cracked - 7.5 m Earthquake Nepal 25th April 2015

Building collapsed in Pradhan Nagar ‪‎Siliguri‬ Photo: I Love Siliguri
Building collapsed in Pradhan Nagar ‪‎Siliguri‬ Photo: I Love Siliguri India
In Photos - Earthquake in Nepal 7.5 to 7.9 magnitude Massive Damage
People Helping the injured 
Car crashed in the Quake
Car crashed in the Quake
 At least two deaths in Nepal. Toll likely to increase. - ibtimes
 At least two deaths in Nepal. Toll likely to increase. - ibtimes
Residents in Kathmandu have been injured in the earthquake
Residents in Kathmandu have been injured in the earthquake
Building collapsed by the Earthquake Nepal 2015
Building collapsed by the Earthquake Nepal 2015



Gorkha Rifles -Vintage photo Gallery

11:27 AM
Vintage photo Gallery of Gorkha Rifles, one of the bravest soldiers on earth, on the occasion of the completing 200 years of courage, dedication, devotion to duty and martyrdom - Photos says it all. Known for their Khukris and their 'Aayo Gorkhali' battle cry Gorkha Regiment completes 200 years of soldiering. Today Gorkha Rifles will complete 200 years of service to the nation. First Gorkha Rifle was formed on 24 April 1815.

Note: Click on the thumbnails to view large image

1st Battalion and tanks attacking at Singhu, 1945 1st Battalion Gurkha Officers Malakand 1939 - seated centre Honorary Lieutenant & Subedar Major Maniraj Gurung OBI Sirdar Bahadur 1st Battalion Gurkha or Gorkha Officers, Kakul 1941 1st Battalion machine gunner near Thal Fort , Waziristan c 1940 2nd Battalion 'At the ready' Waziristan 1937 3rd Gurkha Rifles Group Photo 3rd-and-10th-gorkha-rifles DURING THE SECOND WORLD WAR4th-Gorkha-Rifles-in-kabul-in-about-1880 4th gurkha rifles at fort white 31 5th Gurkha or Gorkha  Rifles, Japan 1946 5th Gurkha or Gorkha Regiment & 72nd Highlanders 1878 Northwest Frontie 5th Royal Gurkha or Gorkha Rifles North-West Frontier 1923 44thGurkhas 1939-45-WWII-4th-Gurkha-Rifles-leaping-into-battle 1939-45-WWII-7th-Gurkha-Rifles-gunners-in-Italy A pre-war 10th Gurkha Rifles shooting team in 1920 Assam-light-Infantry-later-6th-Gorkha-Rifles-1890 Crossing the Irrawaddy, 1944 Gorkha Rifle in Tunisia 1943 Gorkha Rifles Kukri  Inspection Somewhere in France in WWI Gorkha-rifles-old-photo- Gurkhas advancing with Lee tanks to clear the Japanese from Imphal-Kohima road between 8 March - 3 July 1944 In support of the 2nd Battalion, Indian Mountain Artillery guns carried by mules North West Frontier 1920 Jemadar Pahalman Gurung, Hon Lt & Subedar Major Maniraj Gurung OBI Sirdar Bahadur and a Havildar Major, Malakand 1939 Map India 1900-1947 Old News Paper cuttings of Gorkha Rifles Orders of Dress, Malakand 1939. Hon Lt and Subedar Major Maniraj Rai is third from left Gorkha Rifles Subedar Kharaksing Gurung and his winning Khud Race runners of the 2nd Battalion 1936-1937 The Nusseree Battalion Later Known As The 1st Gurkha or Gorkha Rifles Circa 1857 The spoils of war Subadar Bombahadhur Rai of 4th Battalion with Japanese sword captured in Burma 1944 WW1 1916 POW Prisoner of War in Germany Gurkha Gorkas India Soldier Old Postcard WW1 1916 Prisoner of War POW Gurkha Gurkasse British Indian Soldier Old Postcard
 
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