- Sanand gears up for a soul-stirring tribute to Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev & Rajguru
- 150 years of ‘Vande Mataram’ adds historic resonance to patriotic spectacle
- Gujarat’s iconic voices unite to retell untold sagas of sacrifice through Dayro
- Drone show, women-led sword dance & ‘Aarti for Brave Soldiers’ to elevate fervour
NE NEWS SERVICE
AHMEDABAD, MAR 18
In a stirring salute to India’s immortal martyrs, ‘Veeranjali Dayro 2.5’ is set to transform Sanand into a vibrant canvas of patriotism on March 23, rekindling the spirit of sacrifice and national pride among citizens—especially the youth.
Organised by the Veeranjali Samiti in association with GTPL Hathway, the event marks 18 years of an unwavering mission—to honour the legacy of revolutionaries like Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev Thapar, and Shivaram Rajguru, whose martyrdom on March 23 continues to define India’s freedom narrative.
This year holds special significance as India commemorates 150 years of ‘Vande Mataram’, the timeless anthem of resistance and unity penned by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee—adding a historic dimension to the celebrations at Veeranjali Ground, Eklingaji Road, Sanand.
The patriotic momentum has already begun to build in Ahmedabad. At a curtain-raiser interaction at Karnavati Club on Wednesday, Alpa Patel mesmerised the media with her mellifluous rendition of a patriotic song, offering a glimpse of the emotional resonance that audiences can expect at Veeranjali.
The evening promises to be a cultural crescendo of courage, as Gujarat’s most celebrated folk and devotional artists—including Kirtidan Gadhvi, Mayabhai Ahir, Sairam Dave, Rajbha Gadhvi, and Alpaben Patel—come together to narrate never-heard-before tales of bravery through the evocative medium of traditional Dayro.
“Veeranjali is not just an event—it is a people’s movement of remembrance, where every song and every word pays homage to the sacrifices that built this nation,” said Devang Bhatt, Channel Head, GTPL.
“Through this platform, we aim to ignite patriotism in every heart and ensure that the stories of our martyrs are not just remembered, but relived by future generations.”
The programme goes beyond music, weaving together a multi-sensory tribute. A traditional Mer Raas, alongside a women-led sword dance, will symbolise strength and courage, while the emotionally charged ‘Aarti for Brave Soldiers’, written and performed by Sairam Dave, is set to become the spiritual high point of the evening.
“When we sing for our martyrs, it is not performance—it is prayer,” said Kirtidan Gadhvi.
“Every note is an offering to the soil of India that has given us heroes beyond imagination.”
“Dayro has always been a powerful medium to connect hearts,” said Mayabhai Ahir.
“Through Veeranjali, we are telling stories that textbooks often cannot capture.”
“Humour, poetry, and patriotism—when they come together, they awaken a deeper consciousness,” said Sairam Dave.
“This Aarti is my tribute to every soldier who guards our tomorrow.”
“Our aim is to ensure that every young citizen feels proud of their roots and responsibility towards the nation,” said Rajbha Gadhvi.
“It is an honour to lend my voice to the stories of our heroes—because music has the power to awaken patriotism beyond words,” added Alpaben Patel.
A spectacular drone show illuminating the night sky will serve as a visual tribute, blending technology with tradition to depict moments of India’s freedom struggle—offering a goosebump-inducing finale.
As the nation pauses to remember its heroes, Veeranjali Samiti and GTPL have called upon citizens to be part of this movement—not just as spectators, but as torchbearers of national pride.
