On This Day – 14 August

What happened on 14 August? A day marked by solemn remembrance, seismic disturbance in the Northeast, and national pride across borders — now enriched with notable birthdays and deaths.

On This Day – 14 August

India Events

🕯 2021 – Partition Horrors Remembrance Day declared

India formally designated 14 August as Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, in memory of the immense suffering during the 1947 partition.


Assam & Northeast India

🌍 2023 – Earthquake shakes Assam–Bangladesh border

A 5.5-magnitude earthquake rattled southern Assam, especially near Karimganj, causing tremors that were felt across Guwahati and Meghalaya.


World Events

🇵🇰 Pakistan Independence Day

Pakistan marks this day annually as its Independence Day, commemorating the nation’s establishment in 1947.


Birthdays

🇮🇳 Indian Personalities

  • Johnny Lever (1957) – Legendary comedian and Bollywood artist.
  • Mohnish Bahl (1961) – Prominent Hindi film actor, known for versatile roles.
  • Sunidhi Chauhan (1983) – Popular playback singer beloved across generations.

Deaths

🇮🇳 Indian Personalities

  • Lavanam (1982) – Renowned social reformer known for his atheist and humanitarian work.

Did You Know?

  • Partition Horrors Remembrance Day honors the painful legacy of 1947 with sensitivity and reflection.
  • The 2023 Assam quake highlights the region’s ongoing seismic vulnerability.
  • Johnny Lever revolutionized comic timing in Bollywood.

Final Thoughts

14 August bridges stories of national healing, cross-border identity, cultural heritage, and regional resilience. It stands as a day of remembrance, talent, and shared histories—etched in personal and collective memory.

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