Dehradun. A grand and heartfelt tribute ceremony was organized today at Baluni Public School to commemorate the 54th death anniversary of Veer Shaheed Anusuiya Prasad, India’s youngest martyr and Maha Vir Chakra awardee. Freedom fighters, ex-servicemen, social organizations, teachers, and students remembered the martyr’s indomitable courage, dedication, and patriotism, paying homage to his supreme sacrifice.
The chief guest of the ceremony was Uttarakhand Cabinet Minister Shri Ganesh Joshi, while Sahaspur MLA Shri Sahdev Singh Pundir attended as the Guest of Honour. Retired Wing Commander M. A. Afraz and Dr. Vipin Gaur, General Secretary of the Newspapers Association of India, graced the event as special guests. All dignitaries recalled the martyr’s bravery and urged the youth to draw inspiration from his life and commit themselves to national service.
Speakers highlighted that during the 1971 India-Pakistan war, despite having only 11 days of battle training, Anusuiya Prasad displayed extraordinary courage and valor, ultimately sacrificing his life while defending the nation. He was posthumously awarded the prestigious Maha Vir Chakra in recognition of his unmatched bravery.
Veer Nari Samman Ceremony
The Veer Shaheed Anusuiya Prasad Mahila Samiti and Honorpoint Foundation organized a Veer Nari Samman ceremony on 30 November 2025 in memory of the martyr. Foundation founder M. A. Afraz and the school administration informed that the program is dedicated to honoring brave soldiers’ widows and acknowledging their contribution. This series of events is being held in multiple phases from 15 November to 16 December 2025.
Prominent dignitaries present included Cabinet Minister Shri Ganesh Joshi, MLA Shri Sahdev Pundir, Shri Vimal Kandwal, Dr. Vipin Gaur, Colonel Praneet Dangwal, Colonel Raut, Anand Chandra Ramola, Shri Ravi Negi, Guddu Negi, Raj Rana, Anil Prasad Gaur, Pradeep Pawar, Mohan Prasad Gaur, Media Coordinators Vivek Rawat and Rakesh Prasad Gaur, among several distinguished attendees who paid floral tributes to the martyr.
During the ceremony, winners of the sports competitions held on 23–24 November were honored with trophies—including the Veer Shaheed Anusuiya Prasad Memorial Volleyball Team and the Baluni School Team.
Continuous Social Initiatives in Memory of the Martyr
The Veer Shaheed Anusuiya Prasad Gaur Vijay Mahotsav Committee, Nouna, organizes several programs throughout the year to honor the memory of the martyr. The committee, led by President Dinenedra Chandra Gaur, Vice President Anil Gaur, Social Advisor Hemant Nav Kumar, and other members, conducts the following key activities:
Marathon race on 19 May, the birth anniversary of the martyr
Annual fair on 15–16 December at the ancient Tretayug Shiva Temple – Bairash Kund Dham, marking Bangladesh Victory Day
Music and cultural competitions to prevent youth from falling into addiction
Free computer training programs to promote education
Regular tree plantation drives supporting environmental conservation
The committee aims to spread the heroic legacy of Shaheed Anusuiya Prasad Gaur among the younger generation and to inspire patriotism, discipline, and a spirit of service in society.
