Kathmandu: As part of the Martyrs Week, tributes have been paid to Martyr Dharma Bhakta Mathema today.

In the commemoration programme held at Sifal in Kathmandu where Mathema attained martyrdom, tributes were paid by offering a bouquet on his statue.

On the occasion, Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) Deputy Mayor, Sunita Dangol, opined that all should be inspired by the sacrifice of martyr Mathema for the people and nation.

The then Rana rulers had sentenced Mathema to death in Sifal on 13th Magh 1997 BS on charges of sedition and conducting various political activities against the system.

Senior educationist Kedar Bhakta Mathema said that martyr Mathema gave his life for ushering democratic system in the country and it is an inspiration for the new generation.

He said that the dream of the martyrs will be fulfilled only if the people can be made happy and prosperous.

The programme was organized in coordination with KMC.

The Martyrs Week commenced on January 23 and lasted until January 29 during which commemorative programmes will be held on different days of the week eulogizing the four pioneering martyrs and remembering their contribution to civic freedom and democracy.