AMBALA: In a step forward towards the development of an ‘1857 Shaheedi Smarak’ (Martyrdom Memorial) dedicated to the ‘1857 First War of Independence’, a panel of historians conducted the final review of films and other content set to be displayed at the upcoming museum. The memorial is being built along the Ambala-Delhi National Highway (NH) 44 at Ambala Cantonment and aims to showcase a detailed and accurate representation of the events related to the 1857 uprising.As part of the ongoing preparations, the historians’ committee, including Prof Udayvir Singh, Prof Kapil Kumar, and Colonel Yogendra Singh, carefully examined the content to ensure historical accuracy and narrative integrity. The review included a detailed evaluation of the chronological sequencing, associated visuals, costumes, weapons, and other period-specific elements to maintain authenticity in every aspect of the museum’s displays.Kuldeep Saini, Director of 1857 Shaheedi Smarak, informed that nearly 100 documentary-style films and around 400 digital panels have been prepared. After thorough vetting by the committee, the content has now been approved for final panel printing and installation. The goal is to make each displayed incident both historically precise and engaging for visitors.“The memorial is designed to be grand and world-class,” said the historians during their visit. “Every effort is being made to ensure that visitors receive an accurate and comprehensive understanding of the 1857 Revolution through films, panels, and other interactive exhibits.”The visiting historians also toured the museum premises and inspected the locations where the digital panels will be installed. The initiative underscores the government’s commitment to preserving and showcasing India’s rich history through state-of-the-art storytelling and scholarly diligence.Other officials and stakeholders involved in the memorial’s development were also present during the inspection. It is the dream project of Haryana cabinet minister Anil Vij, who is MLA from Ambala Cantonment.As per the Haryana government, earlier, “it was believed that 1857 revolt started from Meerut (Uttar Pradesh) but as per the facts and historians, it has been established that the spark of freedom struggle arose in Ambala Cantonment 10 hours before Meerut.” Due to this history, a memorial was planned in Ambala.