Veer Savarkar Jayanti 2025: Date, History, And Significance

Savarkar remains one of the most debated figures in Indian history admired by many for his role in the freedom movement and equally discussed for his strong views on Hindutva, which continue to spark intense public discourse. On this day, we reflect on his contributions, remember his legacy, and share meaningful wishes in his honour.

Veer Savarkar Jayanti 2025: History

According to India’s Ministry of Culture, Vinayak Damodar Savarkar was not only a freedom fighter but also a poet, writer, and political thinker. While pursuing his studies at Fergusson College in Pune, he founded the secret organisation “Abhinav Bharat” in 1904, promoting armed resistance against British colonial rule. During his time in London, he established the ‘Free India Society’ and authored ‘The First War of Independence,’ a historical account of the 1857 uprising.

In 1910, Savarkar was arrested for his revolutionary actions. He made a bold attempt to escape while in Marseilles but was recaptured and sentenced to 50 years of imprisonment at the Cellular Jail in the Andaman Islands. However, this harsh punishment never weakened his determination or his passion for India’s freedom, as noted by the Ministry.

After his release in 1937, he became actively involved with the Hindu Mahasabha and served as its president for nearly seven years. During this period, he also advocated for the eradication of untouchability within Hindu society. In 1951, Savarkar officially disbanded ‘Abhinav Bharat’ and dedicated his efforts entirely to the ideological mission of the Hindu Mahasabha.

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Veer Savarkar Jayanti 2025: Date And Significance

Veer Savarkar Jayanti is observed every year on May 28 to honour the birth of this influential historical figure in 1883. The day serves as a tribute to his fearless fight against British rule, his ideological beliefs, including Hindutva, and the hardships he endured, especially during his long imprisonment. The occasion is widely marked across India, particularly in Maharashtra, through public programmes, speeches, seminars, and tributes that revisit his life, writings, and political thought. It is also a day when nationalist-leaning political figures often pay their respects and highlight his impact on Indian politics and society.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Pays Tribute

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid heartfelt tributes to Veer Savarkar on his birth anniversary.

भारत माता के सच्चे सपूत वीर सावरकर जी को उनकी जन्म-जयंती पर आदरपूर्ण श्रद्धांजलि। विदेशी हुकूमत की कठोर से कठोर यातनाएं भी मातृभूमि के प्रति उनके समर्पण भाव को डिगा नहीं पाईं। आजादी के आंदोलन में उनके अदम्य साहस और संघर्ष की गाथा को कृतज्ञ राष्ट्र कभी भुला नहीं सकता। देश के लिए… pic.twitter.com/3OsxSN905I

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 28, 2025

In a post shared on X, PM Modi wrote, “Respectful tributes to Veer Savarkar ji, a true son of Mother India, on his birth anniversary. Even the harshest tortures of the foreign government could not shake his devotion towards the motherland.” The post was accompanied by a video featuring the Prime Minister’s voiceover, highlighting Savarkar’s resilience and patriotic spirit.

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