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| JAKLI, regiment organizes ex-servicemen rally | | | EARLY TIMES REPORTER POONCH | JULY 4
An ex-servicemen rally for veterans of JAKLI regiment was organized at Poonch Stadium by the 2nd Battalion of Jammu & Kashmir light infantry here today. Lt. Gen. P.R. Gangadharan, Col. of JAK LI Regiment addressed the rally and listened to the problems of ex-servicemen and their families. Nearly 300-400 ex-servicemen from the areas of Poonch, Jhalas, Mandi, Gulpur and Surankot attended the rally. In addition twenty two war widows were also present. Many senior Army Officers including Zila Sainik Welfare Officer and civilian attended the rally. The civilian included SSP Poonch Sukhdev Singh and media persons. While addressing Gangadharan, lauded and complemented all ex-servicemen for their excellent service in serving the nation and expressed his gratitude to them for given their youth for defence of the country. He also said welfare of ex-servicemen is of great concern to him and asked them to approach Army in case of any problems. After the address he distributed five sewing machines to War Widows and monetary assistance of twenty five ex-servicemen. General also interacted with people affected by the earthquake and inquired about the present state and relief received. Tea and lunch were also organized during the rally.
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