Unveiling History: The Legacy of Delhi's War Conference Revisited

A commemorative book highlighting the 'War Conference' held in 1918 at the Delhi Assembly Hall was released. The event underscored the contribution of Indian soldiers in World War I, reflected on by notable figures, emphasizing duty, honour, and historical preservation of records for future generations.

In a nod to history, a commemorative book detailing the 'War Conference' of 1918 was launched at a significant event on Thursday. Held at the historic Delhi Assembly Hall, the programme drew attention to the notable contributions of Indian soldiers during the First World War.

As the keynote speaker, General VK Singh emphasized the selfless service and profound sense of duty of Indian troops who participated extensively in the global conflict. The event noted the staggering sacrifice of 1.3 million Indian soldiers, with nearly 74,000 laying down their lives, commemorated at India Gate.

The session revisited the transformative journey of the Delhi Assembly premises from colonial to democratic symbols, with Speaker Vijender Gupta urging the preservation of historical records to retain national memory and direction. The conference was a tribute to their courage and marked the 108th anniversary of the pivotal event.