Martyrs' Day, observed on Magh 16 in Nepal, honors the brave individuals who sacrificed their lives for the country’s democracy and freedom.
It commemorates national heroes like Shukraraj Shastri, Dharma Bhakta Mathema, Dasharath Chand, and Gangalal Shrestha, who were executed during the Rana regime.
The day serves as a reminder of their courage and Nepal’s struggle for democracy, marked by various tributes and official ceremonies.
The Nepal Stock Exchange Limited (NEPSE) will remain closed on this day to mark the occasion.