NEW DELHI, India – August 14 is a solemn day for India, observed as Partition Horrors Remembrance Day. It is a day to reflect on the immense suffering, pain, and displacement faced by millions of people during the partition of India in 1947. This day serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of political decisions and the resilience of a nation that endured immense tragedy.

Here’s a look at the historical event we remember on this day:

1947: The Partition of India: A Day of Immense Suffering

On the eve of its independence, British India was officially divided into two separate nations: the Dominion of Pakistan and the Union of India. The partition, based on religious demographics, led to one of the largest and most tragic mass migrations in human history. Millions were uprooted from their homes, and widespread violence, riots, and loss of life followed. Families were separated, and communities were torn apart. Partition Horrors Remembrance Day honors all those who lost their lives and suffered during this dark chapter, ensuring their sacrifices are never forgotten.