National Anti-Terrorism Day is observed on May 21, the death anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi. In 1991, he was assassinated by a suicide bomber while participating in a political campaign. The young Congress leader was busy campaigning in Sriperumbudur, Chennai, when the brutal incident took place. The woman, who carried out the assassination belonged to Liberation of Tamil Tiger Eelam (LTTE), a terrorist organisation. The terrorist attack also took the lives of close to 16 people.
Rajiv Gandhi, 40 (at that time), was the youngest person to assume the office of Prime Minister. He took charge after the unfortunate death of his mother, Indira Gandhi, the first woman Prime Minister of India. She was assassinated in 1984.
Every year, various events are organised to spread awareness about violence and unite people to fight against terrorism.
National Anti-Terrorism Day 2024: History
National Anti-Terrorism Day marks the death anniversary of Rajiv Gandhi. May 21 is considered a sad day in the Indian democracy. Rajiv Gandhi’s death sent shock waves across the nation back then. To honour him and the people who lost their lives in the attach, Anti-Terrorism Day is observed. This year marks the 33rd death anniversary of Rajiv Gandhi.
National Anti-Terrorism Day: Significance
As per the Press Information Bureau, the objective behind the day “is to wean away the people from terrorism and violence. On the occasion, debates, discussions, symposia, seminars, lectures, etc. are held in schools, colleges and universities on the dangers of terrorism and violence.”
National Anti-Terrorism Day 2024: Quotes
- “Terrorism has no religion, no nationality, and no humanity. We must all come together to fight against this evil.” – Manmohan Singh.
- “ ‘With guns, you can kill terrorists. With education, you can kill terrorism”. – Malala Yousafzai.
- “”The threat from terrorism is real, but we will overcome it”. – Barack Obama.
National Anti-Terrorism Day 2024: How It Is Observed
On this day, non-profit organisations set up camps and host events to talk about the ill effects of violence and terrorism. Schools and colleagues also organise debates and special programmes to spread awareness about terrorism and unite people to fight for a better cause. In societies, booths are set up to educate the youth.
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