Security forces playing commendable role in J&K, says Lt Governor
Jammu Tawi, Sept 23: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today flagged off Central Reserve Police Force’s Cycle Rally from Jammu to Raj Ghat, New Delhi as a part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav celebrations.
Four Cycle Rallies of CRPF from Jorhat, Sabarmati, Kanyakumari, and Jammu passing through various historical places will culminate at Raj Ghat memorial on 2nd October.
Speaking on the occasion, the Lt Governor saluted the security forces for playing commendable role in Jammu and Kashmir and promoting peaceful and inclusive society.
The Lt Governor observed that the Central Reserve Police Force has a rich legacy of 83 years of serving the nation. With countless stories of valor and sacrifices, such unique examples are rare in the history of security agencies, he added.
The recent structural changes brought about in the governance paradigm in J&K in the last 13 months have given impetus to the overall development, be it in the field of agriculture, education, industry, infrastructure, rural connectivity, or employment and entrepreneurship, the Lt Governor said.
The Lt Governor said that the reforms made in various sectors have brought about a radical change and its benefits are reaching even to far-flung and remote areas of the UT.
Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav holds the spirit of freedom movement and remembers the sacrifices of our freedom fighters, who have inspired us to conquer various challenges and make a special place in the whole world today, he said.
Appreciating the efforts of CRPF in promoting peace and goodwill, the Lt Governor said that the cycle rally reaching Rajghat on the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi will take CRPF’s efforts of ensuring National Security, Human welfare, and other humanitarian works to every citizen, added the Lt Governor.
Rashmi Shukla, ADG CRPF delivered the welcome address, while Bhanu Pratap, DIG presented the Vote of Thanks.
