SRINAGAR, MARCH 12: In connection with celebrations of Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsov, a grand Shikara rally was held here in world famous Dal Lake.
The rally was flagged off by the Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Baseer Ahmad Khan from SKICC lawns on the banks of Dal Lake here.
As many as 100 Shikaras were part of the grand rally which culminated at Nehru Park.
Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Pandurang K Pole; Deputy Commissioner Srinagar Dr Shahid Iqbal Choudhary; VC Lakes & Water Ways Authority, Director Tourism Kashmir, Director Rural Development Kashmir, Director Education Kashmir, Commissioner SMC and other senior officers were present on the occasion.
Mayor SMC, Junaid Azim Mattu, DDC Chairmen, members of District Development Councils and large number of people also took part in the Shikara rally.
Later, a cultural event was organized at Nehru Park during which variety of cultural programmes were presented to mark the first leg of the nationwide event India@75 for celebrating 75 years of Independence of India.
On the occasion, certificates of participation were also distributed among the Shikara wallas and performers.
A similar function was organised at Indoor Sports Stadium here in which people from all walks of life participated.
Divisional Commissioner Kashmir P K Pole, Deputy Commissioner Baramulla Bhupinder Kumar, DIG North Kashmir Suleman Choudhary, SSP Abdul Quyoom, heads of various departments, other senior officers, PRIs among others were also present on the occasion.
Speaking on the occasion, Advisor Baseer Khan said that Baramulla was chosen for the event owing to its historical significance. He said that this district has given birth to several personalities whose contributions in defending and upholding the sovereignty and integrity of our nation can't be overlooked.
Highlighting the objective, Advisor said that the main purpose of the event is to familiarize the young generation about the ideals of freedom and heroes and instil a sense of patriotism among them. He added that it should be the resolve and commitment of everyone to contribute towards nation building adding that such events enthuse our will towards the cause.
Certificates of honour posthumously were presented to historical personalities like Mohammad Maqbool Sheerwani and Mohammad Din Jagal, which were received by their nearer ones. These personalities were honoured for their bravery and valour which they showed in 1947 against the invaders.
