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National Forest Martyrs Day 2023 - September 11
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- It primarily serves as a tribute to all environmental activists and individuals who have sacrificed their lives to protect forests and wildlife.
- However, the day's history can be traced back to the Khejarli Massacre in 1730.
- In 1730, the historic Khejarli massacre occurred within the Marwar Kingdom.
- The Maharaja Abhai Singh of Rajasthan has ordered the cutting of trees in the Bishnoi village of Khejarli to obtain timber for a new palace.
- The Bishnoi community vehemently opposed this action and were willing to lay down their lives to protect the forest.
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