SRINAGAR, AUGUST 14: The 78th Independence Day was today celebrated with a renewed sense of patriotism and solidarity across Kashmir, with the main function held at Bakshi Stadium, here to honor this historic occasion reflecting the rich cultural heritage and resilient spirit of the Kashmiri people.
The day was marked by a series of events, including flag-hoisting ceremonies, cultural performances, and tributes to the freedom fighters who have shaped the nation’s journey held across all the districts.
Apart from the main function, the celebrations were held in all districts where the District Development Council (DDC) Chairman/ Chairperson hoisted the tricolour and addressed the participants.
This year’s celebrations hold particular significance, with ‘Swachhta Pakhwada,’ a fortnight-long cleanliness campaign launched by the Government of India under the Swachh Bharat Mission, held to accelerate efforts to achieve universal sanitation coverage. Plantation drives were organized under the theme ‘Ek Ped Shaheedon Ke Naam’ to pay rich tributes to the martyrs who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty, and Tiranga Rallies were also held as part of the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign.
In Anantnag, the Independence Day was celebrated with great fervor and enthusiasm with the main function held at Shaheed Himayun Muzzamil Memorial Govt. Degree College Boys Anantnag, where Chairman District Development Council Anantnag, Mohammad Yousuf Gorsi hoisted the National Flag and took salute at the parade.
The march past was presented by the contingents from CRPF, J&K Police, Home Guards, J&K Police Band, Fire & Emergency, NCC and various schools.
Deputy Inspector General South Kashmir Range, Deputy Commissioner Anantnag, Senior Superintendent of Police, members of the District Development Council, Additional District Development Commissioner, Additional Deputy Commissioner, officers from Army, paramilitary, Assistant Commissioners (Revenue & Development), Chief Medical Officer among others attended the main function.
Addressing the gathering, the Chairman DDC 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.
He also highlighted the developmental milestones that the district has achieved in education, healthcare, district capex, agriculture and allied sectors, women and youth empowerment, MGNREGA, water and electricity supply and rural development etc. He also thanked the general public for their cordial support during the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2024.
On the occasion, colourful cultural programmes on patriotic themes were presented by the students from various educational institutions. The ceremony concluded with prize distribution for March past and cultural achievements. Employees from various departments were also felicitated for exemplary public service.
The celebrations were also held at Deputy Commissioner’s Office Anantnag where the National Flag was hoisted by DC Anantnag SF.Hamid.
Similar functions were also held at Sub Divisional Headquarters, Tehsil Headquarters and Community Development blocks and various other public offices.
In Baramulla, the main Independence Day 2024 function was held at Showkat Ali Sports Stadium, Baramulla. Chairperson of the District Development Council (DDC), Safina Baigh, ceremoniously hoisted the National Flag, inspected the parade, and took the salute during the March Past.
The Parade comprised contingents from BSF, CRPF, J&K police, Sashastra Seema Bal, Home Guards, …
