| Republic Day celebrations reflect unity, development, new aspirations of J&K: Satish Sharma | | |  Early Times Report
KATHUA, Jan 27: Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, Youth Services & Sports, Information Technology, Science & Technology, ARI & Trainings, Satish Sharma, today extended warm greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day, recalling the nation's constitutional values, sacrifices of freedom fighters and the collective resolve to build a strong and inclusive India.
The Minister hoisted the Tricolour and took salute at March past contingents drawn from Police, Paramilitary forces, College and School students, at Sports Stadium Kathua.
Addressing the gathering, the Minister said that Republic Day is not merely a national holiday but a reminder of the day in 1950 when the Constitution of India came into force after nearly three years of dedicated effort under the leadership of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar. He noted that January 26 also holds historic significance as the day when the pledge of 'Purna Swaraj' was taken in 1930.
Highlighting the spirit of national unity, Satish Sharma said that the Tricolour symbolizes courage, peace, and prosperity and reflects the shared heartbeat of the nation from Kanyakumari to Kashmir, irrespective of diversity.
The Minister paid rich tributes to the brave heroes of Jammu and Kashmir including General Zorawar Singh and Brigadier Rajinder Singh, and expressed gratitude to the Army, Police and security forces for safeguarding peace and stability in the region.
Speaking about the progress of Jammu and Kashmir, Minister Sharma said that the past few years have marked a new era of peace, development, and public welfare. He said that under the leadership of Chief Minister Jenab Omar Abdullah, the government is committed to ensuring equitable development and improved facilities for every citizen. |
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