A LEGISLATOR has welcomed efforts of both Houses of Congress to recognize the heroism of Melchora Aquino, more popularly known as Tandang Sora, by passing a measure declaring January 6 of every year a special working holiday in Quezon City in commemoration of her birth anniversary.
“This is a momentous occasion that will remind us the martyrdom and sacrifices of Tandang Sora, who is a key figure in the liberation of our country. As a Novaleño, I could not be any prouder that her heroism took place in my beloved district in Novaliches,” Quezon City Rep. Patrick Michael Vargas said.
He principally authored bill honouring the “Mother of the Revolution.”
Novaliches serves as home of the “Katipunan Tree” or the duhat tree where Tandang Sora took care of the Katipuneros, notably the sick and the wounded, including the Sublime Paralytic Apolinario Mabini.
The legislator also emphasized that House Bill 5850 hopes to inspire and pay tribute to all women who play significant roles in today’s society – that could create greater impact in our efforts to nation building.