Anti Terrorism Day 2021: Date, Significance And All You Need To Know

Anti Terrorism Day: The death anniversary of former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi is observed as Anti Terrorism Day. Here is the significance and pledge of Anti Terrorism Day

Anti Terrorism Day is observed every year on May 21, the death anniversary of former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi. In 1991, on this day he was assassinated by the LTTE terrorists while campaigning for the Congress party at Sriperumbudur in Tamil Nadu. Rajiv Gandhi was the youngest prime minister of India when he was sworn in at 40. He took over as the sixth prime minister of the country after Indira Gandhi's assassination in 1984. He served as prime minister from 1984 to 1989. The Anti Terrorism Day is observed to spread the message of peace and humanity. Unity in diversity is India's greatest strength. Events and campaigns are observed on the day to promote unity among the people irrespective of caste, class and religion. The United Nations observes International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism on 21st August. Anti-Terrorism Day is a great opportunity to remember and honours the sacrifices made by thousands of soldiers and securitymen who fought against terrorism to protect the people of India.