LG warns Pak of heavy price for misadventure
Fayaz Bukhari
SRINAGAR, Aug 12: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today warned Pakistan of a very heavy price for any misadventure and lauded the armed forces for revenging Pahalgam attack.
Sinha was speaking at ‘Pedal for Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat’ rally organised by the BSF here ahead of the 79th Independence Day and said that India exacted revenge for Pakistan’s brutality through Operation Mahadev and Operation Sindoor.
“If the terrorist country, Pakistan, sheds the blood of our citizens, then it will have to pay a very heavy price,” he warned.
Lauding the armed forces involved in Operation Mahadev, Sinha said, “they took revenge for the barbaric terror attack in Pahalgam and safeguarded the dignity of the nation.”
He also urged people to remain cautious and vigilant against divisive elements trying to disrupt peace and social harmony.
The LG congratulated the BSF, the country’s first line of defence, for paying a befitting tribute to the brave soldiers and officers who have shown incredible valour, courage and sacrifice to maintain the unity and integrity of the nation.
Sinha said the rally will also encourage the youth to join BSF, Army and Police. “The rally, passing through numerous towns and villages, inspired the young generation and reminded them about the vision of our founding fathers and their ideals of selfless service. It is a bounden duty of every citizen of J&K to pursue that path and build Jammu Kashmir of their dreams,” he said.
“From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, India is one. The hearts and souls of 140 crore Indians are united and we are a big family of 140 crore members, he said.
“This spirit and bond of family must strengthen our unity. We must inculcate the spirit of nation first and every citizen must prioritise nation-building over personal interests,” he added.
Earlier, the LG flagged off a ‘Tiranga Yatra’ from the Dal lake here and joined it upto Botanical Garden.
Addressing the rally, Sinha paid tribute to the forefathers and bravehearts who laid down their lives to keep the tricolour flying high in its full glory.
He also felicitated Kargil war heroes and released a monograph in honour of the martyrs of Jammu Kashmir.
“Today is the day to celebrate the success of our great nation. However, we should also introspect about our duties and build on our successes. We must also resolve to build the edifice of modern and prosperous J&K on the foundation of sacrifices of our soldiers of Army, CAPFs and police,” Sinha said.
He said it would be a blessing to be born again in India to serve the country.
“Tiranga is my dharma, my strength and my heartbeat. For the sake of duty, may we again and again take birth on this holy land,” he said.
The LG said thousands of people proudly joined to honour the national flag, which symbolises unity, pride and shared identity.
Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Jammu Kashmir has entered a new era of inclusive development, he said.
“With love for the Maa Bharti in their hearts, the people of Jammu and Kashmir are marching ahead. This patriotic spirit is our greatest strength, which is paving the way for a peaceful and prosperous future of J&K and the nation,” he said.
“The skies of Jammu and Kashmir are shining with the tricolour. From the banks of Jhelum to Chenab and from the peaks of Pir Panjal to Harmukh, the echo of ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’ can be heard everywhere”.
“A new generation is rising, dedicated to the honour and glory of the tricolour. They have one resolve – to live and die for Maa Bharti,” he said.
He said the “Weaves & Threads Activity” across schools, colleges, streets, and neighbourhoods in Jammu Kashmir, has ignited a new sense of purpose and resolve.
Events like Tiranga Mela, Tiranga Concerts, and Tiranga Bike Rallies organised across the UT in the last few days have also been a powerful medium to share the saga of our freedom fighters and spread the message of peace and national unity, the Lieutenant Governor further said.
He appealed to all the sections of the society, especially the Youth of Jammu Kashmir to participate enthusiastically in the 3rd Phase of Har Ghar Tiranga Abhiyan starting from 13th August.
“Har Ghar Tiranga Abhiyan is a campaign of the dreams and aspirations of every youth. It is a symbol of self-reliant Jammu and Kashmir which is now charting a clear and resolute path toward the future. This campaign is a pledge to make Jammu Kashmir the best in every field. The tricolour will fly high on the Government buildings and all the houses across Jammu Kashmir. This is a campaign to celebrate our ideals and our unity,” Sinha said.
Minister for Health & Medical Education, School Education, Higher Education and Social Welfare, Sakeena Itoo; Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana; Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election, Javid Ahmad Dar; Chairperson, J&K Waqf Board, Dr Darakhshan Andrabi; Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo; DGP, Nalin Prabhat; Principal Secretary Home, Chandraker Bharti; Principal Secretary Culture, Brij Mohan Sharma, people from all walks of life and residents of Srinagar, senior officials of security forces, police and civil administration joined the Tiranga Yatra.
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