Event held to pay tribute to fallen heroes

Srinagar, Oct 10: In accordance with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recently announced “Meri Maati Mera Desh: Amrit Kalash Yatra” campaign, an event was organised today at Khanmoh.

The event was organised to pay tributes to those who laid down their lives for the country. The event was held at Boys Higher Secondary School, Khanmoh. Shivam Chandra, BDO Khanmoh, Rakib Ahmed, Tehsildar Panthachowk, Firdous Baba Chief KSS, Sabina Kaisar, Principal Boys Higher Secondary School, Khanmoh, Er. Aijaj Hussain and DDC Khanmoh, Shameema, DDC Khanmoh participated in the event.

A K Singh, 2nd in command of 75 Bn and Amit Sinha, 2nd in command, 21 Bn CRPF co-ordinated with block officers Khanmoh and made efforts to organise the programme. Shivam Chandra, BDO addressed the gathering of locals, teachers and students about the Meri Maati Mera Desh Programme. In the series of speakers later A. K. Singh, 2nd in command 75 Bn CRPF Nodal Officer Khanmoh also addressed the gathering about the initiatives of “Meri Maati Mera Desh: Amrit Kalash Yatra” like panch pran, pledge, vasudha vandan, veeron ka vardan which venerates the gallant sacrifices of brave hearts.

“All the present dignitaries, local civil administration, and local populace appreciated the efforts. They also hailed K. K. Pandey, CO 75 Bn CRPF for organising the programme,” a statement read.