 Early Times Report
LEH, Aug 9: Festivals are not merely occasions of joy - they are powerful symbols of unity, love, and mutual respect that bind our diverse society together.
On the auspicious occasion of Raksha Bandhan, the Hon'ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, celebrated with divyang sisters, young school girls, and women personnel from ITBP and Ladakh Police, honouring the sacred bond of protection and affection between brothers and sisters.
Speaking at the celebration held at the LG Secretariat, where rakhis were tied on his wrist by school students and women from the paramilitary forces, the Lt Governor hailed the exemplary role of women serving in remote and challenging regions like Ladakh. "Our sisters in uniform are standing guard at the nation's frontiers, playing the traditional role of brothers by ensuring the safety and security of citizens. Today's sisters are no less than brothers in their courage and commitment to protect the nation," he remarked.
The Lt Governor underscored that Indian festivals like Raksha Bandhan carry a profound message of social harmony, unity in diversity, and shared traditions. "In a land as far and diverse as Ladakh, these celebrations bring together people from every corner of the country, reinforcing the feeling of one big family," he said, adding that even the Prime Minister chooses to celebrate festivals with the armed and paramilitary forces to share moments of joy and camaraderie.
Chief Secretary Dr. Pawan Kotwal, IAS, spoke about the historical essence of Raksha Bandhan and the sacred pledge of brothers to protect their sisters from harm.
DGP Ladakh Dr. S.D Singh Jamwal, IPS, described the festival as an enduring part of India's rich cultural heritage that must be passed down to future generations as a cherished legacy.
Students from Inclusive School Chuchot Yokma, Nari Niketan Hostel Leh, Council Model School Saboo, and Delhi Public School Leh, along with personnel from ITBP and Ladakh Police, enthusiastically participated in the celebration.
Padma Yangdol, a student from DPS Leh, expressed heartfelt gratitude for the opportunity to tie a rakhi to the Lt Governor and other dignitaries, calling it a memory she would treasure for a lifetime.
The event concluded with warm exchanges of blessings, smiles, and festive cheer - a reminder that the bond between brothers and sisters remains unshaken, whether at home or on the nation's frontiers. |
