PM Modi Recalls Sacrifices of Freedom Fighters on Goa Liberation Day

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday recalled the sacrifices of freedom fighters on Goa Liberation Day, which he said was a defining chapter in India’s national journey: “Goa Liberation Day reminds us of a defining chapter of our national journey. We remember the indomitable spirit of those who refused to accept injustice and fought with courage and faith for freedom.”

“Their sacrifices continue to inspire us as we work for the all-round progress of Goa,” he said.

The day is celebrated every year on December 19 to celebrate the success of ‘Operation Vijay’ carried out by the armed forces to liberate Goa from Portuguese rule in 1961.