On the occasion of ‘Partition Horrors Remembrance Day,’ which is observed annually on August 14, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has set up exhibitions at Rajiv Chowk and Kashmere Gate Metro stations.
The exhibitions will be available for public viewing till August 21, a DMRC spokesperson said on Wednesday.
The exhibition vividly portrays the horrors of partition and its profound impact on our shared history. The exhibitions were formally thrown open in the presence of public representatives and eminent senior citizens.
The ‘Partition Horrors Remembrance Day’ has been envisaged to bring to light the agony, suffering, and pain of millions of people who were the victims of Partition. It serves as a solemn reminder of the largest displacement of human population in our country’s history, an event that claimed countless lives and forever altered the nation’s social fabric.
The exhibition is a collaborative effort between the Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR) and the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA). It provides a reflective and educational experience, offering visitors an in-depth understanding of the tragic events surrounding partition.
In addition to Rajiv Chowk, a similar exhibition is also displayed at Kashmere Gate Metro station, ensuring that more commuters have the opportunity to engage with this important piece of history.