Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh, Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar, Randeep Hooda paid homages to brave hearts who fought the battle of Saragarhi in 1897. He tweeted, "My tributes to the soldiers of the historic Battle of Saragarhi. Today’s youth must take inspiration from the indomitable spirit of 36th Sikhs to fight social evils to create a better tomorrow. Joining our Armed Forces would be one such step. #SaragarhiDay" [sic]

My tributes to the soldiers of the historic Battle of Saragarhi. Today’s youth must take inspiration from the indomitable spirit of 36th Sikhs to fight social evils to create a better tomorrow. Joining our Armed Forces would be one such step. #SaragarhiDay pic.twitter.com/44EQG8bPEk