LG greets people on Independence Day

Srinagar, Aug 14: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Wednesday greeted the people on the Independence Day.

In his message, LG Sinha said: “On the joyous occasion of 78th Independence Day, I extend my heartiest greetings and best wishes to the people of Jammu Kashmir. Today I pay my tribute to all those freedom fighters, whose sacrifices secured our Independence.

I pay homage to all the bravehearts of J&K Police, Armed Forces, and CAPFs who laid down their lives in safeguarding the unity and integrity of the nation. I also salute the brave personnel of Army, CAPF and J&K Police, who are guarding our borders, fighting terrorists and simultaneously maintaining law and order to ensure the progress and prosperity of J&K.”

He said that it was also an occasion to pay gratitude to the farmers, teachers, scientists, workers, youth, and women entrepreneurs, who were working with dedication and making precious contributions to the peace and prosperity of J&K.

“This year marks a significant moment in our democratic journey and robust participation in the recently concluded Lok Sabha election is a testament to the unwavering spirit. It reaffirms that enduring peace is gradually returning to J&K,” the LG said. “On this Independence Day, let us renew our pledge to follow the ideas and ideals of our founding fathers and rededicate ourselves to build an inclusive, progressive, prosperous J&K and Viksit Bharat.”