Flag hoisting ceremonies, inspection of Parade, cultural events mark celebrations
Srinagar, Jan 26: A series of functions were held across Kashmir division with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervour on Wednesday in connection with the celebration of 73rd Republic-Day.
In Anantnag: The Republic Day function was held at GDC for Boys Khanabal, here today where Chairman District Development Council (DDC) Anantnag, Mohammad Yousuf Gorsi unfurled the National Flag and took salute at the parade.
The contingents from CRPF, J&K Police, IRP, NCC and 108 BN took part in the march-past.
Addressing the gathering, the DDC Chairman said that the nation is paying rich tributes to the leaders, freedom fighters and martyrs who made countless sacrifices for the freedom of the country. Glorifying their contributions, he said that it is the result of their supreme efforts that we are living in a free country.
Gorsi highlighted the Covid-19 mitigation efforts besides achievements made by the district under various priority areas including education, healthcare, languishing, back to village, district capex, agriculture and allied sectors, women and youth empowerment, MGNREGA, JJM, water and electricity supply to Anganwadi Centers and schools, rural development, macadamization and road connectivity, Social Welfare, Nasha Mukt Bharat, Industries, self-employment and creation of durable and sustainable assets.
On the occasion, colorful cultural programmes on patriotic themes were presented by students and artists of the district.
The ceremony concluded with prize distribution for march past and cultural practices. Employees from various departments were also felicitated for exemplary public service.
In Baramulla: Reiterating that nation is progressing in all fronts and Baramulla district is no exception to it, the Chairperson District Development Council Baramulla Safeena Beigh today said that district is today recognized as an Aspirational District and the fastest developing District in the country and the need of the hour is to make involvement of youth in the progress of the district by utilizing their potential in all the sectors.
The Chairperson made these remarks on the occasion of 73rd Republic Day Celebration 2022 at District Police Lines Baramulla here where she unfurled the tricolor besides inspected the parade and took a salute at the march past.
The chairperson underlined the need to involve the youth to take part in democratic process so that they will contribute to the national building and do their part in strengthening democratic values of the Nation.
While highlighting the sector wise achievements made by the district, the Chairperson said that the district has shown a remarkable achievement with regard to road connectivity, and the new roads have been constructed for the ease of the general public.
The Chairperson also said that the spread of Covid-19 pandemic has been controlled to a large extent which became possible due to the dedication and enthusiasm of district administration.
While applauding the initiatives taken by the UT administration towards youth empowerment, Safeena Beigh said that recently launched ''Mission Youth '' is a welcome step and more needs to be done in this regard in Baramulla district.
DIG North Kashmir, Uday Bhaskar Billa, Principal District and Sessions Judge Baramulla, Mohammad Yousuf Wani, Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Bhupinder Kumar, SSP Baramulla, Rayees Mohammad Bhat, DDC members, BDC Chairpersons, MC Presidents, Officers of Judicial administration, Officers of Army and Police, District and sectoral officers, heads of different departments besides a huge gathering of people and students witnessed their overwhelming participation.
Meanwhile, a similar function was today organized by the Judiciary at District Court Complex Baramulla where Principal District and Sessions Judge Baramulla Mohammad Yousuf Wani unfurled the Tricolour and took statute at the event.
The Republic Day function was celebrated with enthusiasm at Sopore today. BDC Chairperson Dr.Farida Khan hoisted the National Flag at Police Lines Khushal Sports Stadium Sopore and took salute at the march past presented by the contingents of CRPF District Police Sopore, Home Guard and school children.
In Budgam: The 73rd Republic Day was today celebrated with much zeal and zest across the district, with DDC Chairman Budgam, Nazir Ahmad Khan as a chief guest unfurled the National Flag and took salute at the march-past at Sports Stadium Budgam, where main function was held.
On the occasion, various contingents from JKP, JKAP, CRPF, Home guards, NCC Cadets besides Contingents of education institutions also participated in the march-past parade.
Speaking on the occasion, Chief Guest Nazir Ahmad Khan, in his address extended his Republic Day greetings to the people and paid rich tributes to leaders for drafting the Indian constitution.
He also appreciated the Covid Warriors for their selfless efforts during Pandemic and highlighted the development works carried out during the year.
Chairman also deliberated on the ongoing development scenario of the district and said that the district Budgam is touching new heights with active participation of people in government initiatives.
In Ganderbal: The District Development Council (DDC) Chairperson Ganderbal, Nuzhat Ishfaq unfurled the National Flag and took the salute at the March Past presented on the occasion of 73rd Republic Day function held at Qamariya ground, Ganderbal here, today.
In her address, while congratulating the people of Ganderbal, DDC Chairperson lauded the importance of Republic Day celebration and highlighted the various developmental achievements registered by district administration in different sectors in the district besides implementation of welfare schemes as on 73rd Republic Day.
To give a flip to the developmental activities in the district, she said that 75 projects are approved under the Languishing scheme at the cost of Rs 215 crore due to which the developmental scenario of the district will get changed and most of services would be available at the door steps of general public, once these projects get completed.
Besides, work on several other projects under different departments is also in full swing which include bridges, Health centers and Bus Adda which is constructed at the cost of Rs 12 crore, she added.
In her speech, Nuzhat also highlighted the importance of the Back to Village program and the My Town My Pride initiative. She said district Ganderbal has done remarkable work in implementation of centrally sponsored schemes.
She also lauded the district Administration for its efforts in containing Covid pandemic in the district and urged the general public to follow Covid protocols strictly to avert the threat of Covid 3rd wave.
In Pulwama: To celebrate 73rd Republic Day, a grand function was today organized at DPL Pulwama where Chairperson District Development Council (DDC) Pulwama, Syed Abdul Bari unfurled the National Flag and took salute at parade comprising contingents from CRPF, JKP, JKP Women’s Wing, Commando Palato, JKAP, Fire & Emergency, Home Guard, Youth Services & Sports Contingent and Band Squad contingent.
Deputy Commissioner Pulwama Baseer-Ul-Haq Choudary, Additional District Development Commissioner Pulwama Dr. Sheikh Ab Aziz, SP Pulwama Ghulam Jeelani, besides all District Civil, Police officers, DDC Members, BDC Members, PRI members, and large no of people were present on the occasion.
In his address Chairperson DDC extended his warmest greetings on the Republic Day to the people. He said it is an honor for every citizen of Pulwama that the district has been ranked as No. 1 district in Kashmir division under the Good Governance index launched by the Union Minister of Home, Govt of India.
Highlighting the developmental scenario of the district, the Chairman DDC said that during the current financial year, the District Capex Budget of Rs. 407.82 cr. has been approved which is three times more than the District Capex budget of 2020-21.
On the occasion, Artists from the Information Department, DYS&S presented various Cultural items like songs, skits, chakri and Ladishah.
Meanwhile, Officers, Officials, Organizations and Individuals were awarded for achieving excellence in public services, Academics, Sports, Arts, Literature and Social Services.
In Shopian: The 73rd Republic Day Celebration was today observed at District Police Lines (DPL) Shopian where DDC Chairperson, Bilqees Jan hoisted the Tricolour and took salute at march past presented by contingents of CRPF, JKP, IRP, Forest Protection Police, Homeguards and school children.
District Magistrate, Shopian, Sachin Kumar Vaishya was the "Guest of Honour" on the occasion.
The DDC Chairperson congratulated the people of Shopian on Republic Day eve and aspired all to uphold constitutional values and ethics in letter and spirit.
In her address, Bilqees appreciated the District Administration for their fight against COVID-19 and also hailed the people’s cooperation on this behalf and said that keeping in view the 3rd wave of Covid-19, we all should together support the District Administration in eradicating the disease entirely.
A variety cultural programme was performed by the Information Department and school children of various Educational Institutions featuring patriotic songs and music amid thunderous applause from the spectators.
The RD concluded with felicitation of the government officers/officials for their extraordinary services including restoration of power supply, portable drinking water facility, snow clearance, road connectivity and presentation of the prizes to the participants.
In Kulgam: On 73rd Republic Day, a grand function was held at District Police Lines Kulgam where Chairperson District Development Council (DDC), Mohammad Afzal Parrey, hoisted the National Flag and took salute at the March past presented by the contingents of CRPF, JKP, JKP ladies police group, Home guard, fresh recruits, NCC cadets etc.
Addressing the gathering, the Chairperson District Development Council congratulated the people on Republic Day eve and highlighted the importance and historical background of the day.
He highlighted the efforts of administration to combat Covid-19 pandemic efficiently and complimented the District Administration for their meticulous planning and role.
Multiple Cultural programs and musical sessions were also held on the occasion which enthralled the audience.
Later prize distribution ceremony was organized in which officers, officials, academicians, sports persons and police personnel were felicitated.
The National-flag was also hoisted by Deputy Commissioner, Dr.Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat at mini-secretariat, here. He highlighted the background of the day and congratulated the people.
In Kupwara: Republic Day was celebrated with traditional fervour and enthusiasm across district Kupwara.
The Main function was held at District Police Lines (DPL), Kupwara where Chairman District Development Council (DDC), Irfan Sultan Panditpori unfurled the National Flag, inspected the parade and took salute at march-past presented by contingents of JKP, JKAP, CRPF, IRP, Home Guards, FPF and police band.
While addressing the function, the Chairman DDC congratulated the people on the eve of Republic Day. He said it is because of the great values of Constitution, a new era of development has ushered in far flung district Kupwara, adding that the three tier Panchayati Raj System has built up an initiative of development across the district.
He commended the departments for working tirelessly in combating Covid-19 pandemic of first and second wave and appreciated the performance of all officers working under the guidance of Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Imam Din.
A variety of multilingual cultural programmes were presented by school children representing various schools and educational institutions and artists at the occasion.
Republic Day celebration was also held at District Police Lines Handwara where President Municipal Committee Handwara, Masroor Ahmad Banday unfurled the National Flag, inspected the parade & took salute at march past presented by contingents of JKP, JKAP, BSF, CRPF, IRP and Police band.
In Karnah, Republic Day was also celebrated at the border area Tangdar where SDM Karnah, Dr. Gulzar Ahmad Rather unfurled the National Flag. Cultural programmes were also held.
In Bandipora: The main function of 73rd Republic Day was held at SK Stadium Bandipora where Chairman District Development Council Abdul Gani Bhat unfurled the National Flag and inspected the parade.
Deputy Commissioner Bandipora Dr Owais Ahmad, SSP Bandipora, Mohammad Zahid, Vice Chairperson DDC, Kounser Shafeeq, ADDC Ali Afsar Khan, Joint Director, Planning, Imtiyaz Ahmad, officers of civil administration, police and Army besides representatives of Panchayat Raj Institutions were present on the occasion.
The march-past was presented by the contingents of CRPF, JK Police, Fire and Emergency Services, NCC cadets, and students from different schools also took part in the event.
Addressing the gathering, the DDC Chairman highlighted the importance of the day and highlighted the achievements registered in the district. He said the current financial year witnessed major developmental activities in the district despite major challenges of COVID-19 pandemic.
Tri-colour unfurled in 1145 educational institutions
As the Republic Day celebrations graced the entire day across the J&K, Several government departments and institutions organised events for unfurling the National Flag with patriotism amid the track of National Anthem and patriotic songs.
According to the statement issued here, the Republic Day was celebrated in 72 Degree Colleges, 358 Higher Secondary Schools, 715 High schools in Kashmir Division besides 137 community blocks and 2182 panchayat Halqas of Rural Development Department with fervor and enthusiasm.
During the R-Day functions National Flag was unfurled by institutional heads and colorful cultural programmes and patriotic songs were sung by the participants.
As per the statement, 84990 participants took part in the functions, events and programmes of Republic Day organised by Education and Rural Development Department in Kashmir Division.