Early Times Report
Rajouri, Aug 20: The 60 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) under the aegis of Uniform Force (Reasi) organised one day 'ex-servicemen rally-cum-fouji Mela' at Samote in Budhal of Rajouri today. More than 3000 locals and ex-service men took part in the function. Various cultural programmes were presented by children from local schools which enthralled the audience.
Highlight of the function was the 'Army Dog Show 'presented by the Army Dog of Rashtriya Rifles. Commanding Officer 60 RR in his address appreciated contributions of veteran and those gallant soldiers who made supreme sacrifices. He also extended gratitude to the locals for strengthening the efforts of Army in maintaining peace and normalcy in the region. Numerous government and commercial stalls catering for the awareness and basic needs of the locals were established which include CSD
counter, Medical/Veterinary assistance counter ,ex-servicemen grievances cell, ECHS help Line, youth employment and guidance node enclosure (YEGN), handicraft mela, banking awareness counter, NIITcareer &LIC counters, display of Maruti Suzuki Car and etc. Disputes of pensioners and widows regarding post retirement/death benefits, Ex-Gratia benefits for battle casualties and the career opportunities for ex-servicemen wards were discussed with the ex-servicemen while Zila Sainik Welfare Officer spoke about various welfare schemes .Gifts as a token of regard were presented to war widows, poor ladies, physically challenged by the officiating commander. Ch Shafiq,sarpanch ,Kotranka and other prominent citizens have appreciated this initiatives. |
