Patna: As Bihar eagerly awaits the completion of the Bihta International Airport, a strong public demand has emerged that the facility be named after Babu Veer Kunwar Singh, the legendary freedom fighter of the 1857 revolt. Citizens, social groups, and community leaders argue that this would be a fitting tribute to the warrior who led from the front at the age of 80 and remains a symbol of courage for Bihar and the nation.
Why in the Name of Babu Veer Kunwar Singh?
Babu Veer Kunwar Singh was born in Jagdishpur, Bhojpur, in 1777. At the age of 80, he led armed resistance against the British during the First War of Independence in 1857. His extraordinary courage and guerrilla tactics made him one of the most feared leaders of the uprising. In one legendary act, when injured by a bullet while crossing the Ganga, he cut off his own arm and offered it to the river, continuing to lead his troops with undiminished spirit. Naming Bihta Airport after Babu Veer Kunwar Singh would immortalize his heroism and ensure his sacrifice remains alive in public memory.
बिहार सरकार से अनुरोध है – हमारी इस भावनात्मक माँग पर विचार करें।पटना के बिहटा एयरपोर्ट को“बाबू वीर कुंवर सिंह अंतर्राष्ट्रीय हवाई अड्डा” नाम कर देना चाहिए। ये बिहार के लिए गौरव की बात होगी।
1857 की क्रांति के नायक बाबू वीर कुंवर सिंह जी ने ब्रिटिश साम्राज्य को घुटनों पर ला दिया था। बिहटा एयरपोर्ट अगर उनके नाम पर होगातो यह सच्ची श्रद्धांजलि होगी। – X user The Thakur Force
Land Contribution by the Kshatriya Community
Local voices & people’s at national level highlight a crucial fact: nearly 95% of the land for Bihta Airport was given by the Kshatriya community, amounting to around 2,400 bighas. This massive contribution of agricultural land underscores the community’s commitment to the development of Bihar. Since Babu Veer Kunwar Singh himself was a Kshatriya and a symbol of sacrifice, naming the airport after him would honor both the community’s land contribution and Bihar’s historical pride.
धरती दी है वीरों ने, 2400 बीघा खेत,नाम हो कुंवर सिंह का, यही है सबकी रीत।1857 के रणबांकुरे, बलिदान की शान,बिहटा एयरपोर्ट बनेगा, वीरता की पहचान। – Narendra Singh Aamli
Symbol of Bihar’s Heritage
Supporters say that Bihta Airport will not only serve as a modern gateway to the state but also as a cultural landmark if named after Babu Veer Kunwar Singh. Every visitor passing through will be reminded of Bihar’s role in the freedom struggle and the legacy of one of India’s bravest revolutionaries. It would also inspire future generations to learn about his sacrifices and the values he stood for.
Growing Public Demand
From Bhojpur to Patna to allover India, voices are growing louder. Petitions, campaigns, and local leaders have all urged the state and central government to recognize Babu Veer Kunwar Singh in this historic way. And they are trending hashtag on X as #BihtaAirportKunwarSinghKeNaam. With construction moving rapidly, the call to dedicate the airport in his name is becoming a central demand of the people of Bihar.
विनम्र निवेदन 🙏बिहटा एयरपोर्ट का नाम वीर कुंवर सिंह जी के नाम पर रखा जाए।उन्होंने देश की आज़ादी के लिए अद्वितीय बलिदान दिया।यह उनके सम्मान और बिहार की पहचान का विषय हैसरकार से अनुरोध है – हमारी इस भावनात्मक माँग पर विचार करें। – Dilip Shahi on X
