SRINAGAR, AUGUST 15: The Independence Day-2021 celebrations were held across Kashmir valley with great fervour and enthusiasm on Sunday.
Apart from the main function held at SK Cricket Stadium Srinagar, the celebrations were held at all districts and the Tehsil headquarters where for the first time in the history of Kashmir the District Development Council (DDC) Chairman/ Chairperson hoisted the tricolour and addressed the participants.
At Anantnag: The main function was held at GDC Boys, Khanabal where Chairman District Development Council Anantnag, Mohammad Yousuf Gorsi unfurled the national flag and took salute at the parade presented by the contingents from CRPF, J&K Police, IRP, F&ES, NCC and schools.
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.
On the occasion, colourful cultural programmes on patriotic themes were presented by students and artists of the district. Besides, the toppers of Online Singing Competition recited the National Anthem.
At the conclusion, the participants who performed excellent and secured positions in March Past, Cultural items and National Anthem Singing Competitions were awarded trophies and certificates. Officials, organisations, sports and media persons were also felicitated for commendable work in their respective fields.
At Baramulla: Asserting that the youngsters of Jammu and Kashmir believe in peace and tolerance not in violence, District Development Council (DDC) Baramulla, Chairperson, Safeena Beigh today underlined the need of providing appropriate platforms for our youth so that their empowerment in terms of sustainable opportunities is achieved. She added that youth of the present era believe in democracy and want to adopt all such means and measures that lies within the purview of democratic framework.
The chairperson made these remarks on the occasion of the 75th Independence day celebration where she hoisted the national flag.
The main function in district Baramulla was organized at District Police Lines wherein the DDC Chairperson inspected the parade and took salute at the march past presented by the contingents of J&K Police, CRPF, BSF, Fire and emergency services, Home guards students among other bands.
While applauding the initiatives taken by UT administration towards youth empowerment, Safeena Beigh said that the recently launched “Mission Youth” is a welcome step and more needs to be done in this regard. She urged upon the youth to come forward and avail the benefits that can reach to them by virtue of different welfare schemes and programmes.
At Kupwara: The Chairman, District Development Council (DDC), Kupwara Irfan Sultan Panditpori unfurled the National Flag, took salute and inspected the parade comprising of the contingents of JKP, IRP, CRPF, FPP, JK Home Guards, JKP COVID Awareness Contingent and Police Commandos District Police Lines here.
Addressing the function, the Chairman DDC congratulated the people on the eve of Independence Day. He said India has emerged as the largest democracy in the world; the benefits of which are percolating down to the common citizens.
Panditpori said that Kupwara district is marching towards a new era of development with special focus under Aspirational District Programme including 14th F.C and Back to Village.
The Chairman on the occasion enlisted the developmental activities being carried out in the district.
Referring to the COVID containment measures, the Chairman expressed his gratitude for the District Administration headed by Deputy Commissioner, Imam Din for achieving the land-sliding progress in eradication of COVID pandemic.
Earlier, on his arrival the Chairman visited the Martyr’s Memorial and laid flowers there.
On the occasion, the National Anthem was sung by the students who were selected at district level in the National Anthem Singing Competition.
At Ganderbal: The District Development Council (DDC) Chairperson Ganderbal, Nuzhat Ishfaq unfurled the National Flag on eve of 75th Independence Day function and took salute at the parade held at Qamariya ground, here.
In her address, the DDC Chairperson congratulated the people of Ganderbal and highlighted various developmental achievements registered by district administration in different sectors in the district besides implementation of welfare schemes as on 75th Independence Day.
The DDC Chairperson said that with the establishment of 3-tier Panchayat Raj system, the dream of “Governance at Door Steps” has become reality and government has proposed Rs 41 crore plan through PRIs, BDCs and DDCs in which 2106 works will be completed through various line departments. Besides, empowerment of Panchayat Raj Institution is on the priority agenda of the Government, she added.
At Budgam: On the eve of Independence Day, the main function was held at Sports Stadium Ground Budgam where District Development Council (DDC) Chairman, Nazir Ahmad Khan unfurled the tricolour, took salute on the march past presented by the contingents from JKP, JKAP, CRPF, Home guards, NCC Cadets besides Contingent of education institutions also took part in the march past.
Addressing the gathering assembled, the DDC Chairman extended heart full greetings to the people and offered tributes to those brave men and brave hearts of the nation who sacrificed their precious lives in order to secure freedom.
Khan in his address lauded the relentless efforts and proactive and timely initiatives taken by District administration and equally supported by all other concerned agencies and departments particularly Health department Budgam to control spread of Covid-19.
At Pulwama: 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 Police, JKP Women’s Wing, Commando Plateau, CRPF, JKAP, IRP, Fire & Emergency, Home Guard, Forest Protection Force, DYS&S Contingent and NCC Cadets.
In his address, DDC Chairman extended his warmest greetings on Independence Day to the people of the district and recalled the great struggle, sacrifices of martyrs who have laid down their lives for upholding the sovereignty and integrity of the nation.
The Chairman on the occasion highlighted various developmental works and achievements of the district particularly in Agriculture, Horticulture, Industry, R&B and other sectors.
Highlighting the containment measures against Pandemic, Chairman DDC said that the District Administration with the support of Government has established one COVID Care Centre in each panchayat.
At Shopian: The District Development Council (DDC) Chairperson, Shopian, Bilqees Jan hoisted the Tricolour, took salute and inspected the parade presented by contingents of CRPF, JK Police, Fire & Emergency, Home Guard and IRP today on the occasion of Independence Day celebrations held at District Police Lines here.
In her address, the DDC Chairperson paid tributes to those brave soldiers of the nation who laid their lives in line of duty. She recalled great personalities for their contribution to the country’s freedom.
She highlighted the developmental achievements of the district and said that despite the Pandemic, the District Administration in collaboration with DDCs, has completed two NTPHCs at Turkawangam and Gatipora at a cost of Rs.430 lacs adding that 8 NTPHCs with financial implications of Rs.1350 lacs are under execution which is targeted for completion during current financial year.
At Kulgam: The main Independence Day function was held at District Police Lines Kulgam where Chairperson District Development Council, M 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, Rehber Khel squad.
On the occasion, multiple Cultural programs and musical sessions were held which enthralled the audience.
During his address, the DDC Chairperson congratulated the people on Independence eve and highlighted the importance and historical background of the day.
The Chairperson during his speech also highlighted measures and efforts of the administration employed to deal and combat Covid-19 pandemic. He complimented the administration for establishing Covid care centers in all panchayats.
While highlighting the developmental scenario of the district, Parrey said that the district is progressing in all sectors. He added that out of 94 languishing projects 33 project stands completed at a cost of Rs. 37.66 crore.
At Bandipora: In connection with the celebration of 75th Independence-Day, functions were held across Bandipora district on Sunday with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervour.
The main function was held at SK Stadium Bandipora where Chairman District Development Council (DDC) Bandipora, Abdul Gani Bhat unfurled the National Flag and took salute at the march past presented by the contingents of JK Police, Third Battalion CRPF, JKAP, IRP 21 battalion , JK Home Guards, JKSPOs, JKP Band and School. Children and J&K NCC cadets.
Vice Chairperson DDC Bandipora Kounser Shafeeq, Deputy Commissioner Bandipora Dr Owais Ahmad, Senior Superintendent of Police Mohammad Zahid and other senior civil, police and military officers were present on the occasion.
Addressing the gathering on the occasion, the DDC Chairman highlighted the importance of the Day and also paid rich tributes to the COVID warriors who worked tirelessly to fight the pandemic. He also presented a detailed report on the developmental front.
While highlighting the achievements of the district last year, Bhat said despite the testing times, the district administration continued developmental works in the district while following all guidelines and SOPs.
