POONCH: As part of the nationwide celebrations marking the Phase- II of 150th anniversary celebrations of the National Song “Vande Mataram”, a vibrant and inspiring Vande Mataram Torch Rally (Mashal) was organized today at Poonch consisting of students, youth and the general public.
The ceremonial torch was lit by Deputy Commissioner, Ashok Kumar Sharma and Additional Deputy Commissioner, Tahir Mustafa Malik symbolizing the eternal flame of patriotism, unity and self-reliance. The rally commenced from the DC Office and concluded at Bag Deodi.
Prior to the rally, participants took the Atmanirbhar Bharat Swadeshi Sankalp Pledge, reaffirming their commitment to self-reliance and national development. Chief Planning Officer, Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Tehsildar Haveli, District Treasury Officer, District Statistical & Evaluation Officer, Assistant Director FCS&CA, Tehsildar Headquarters and other district officers and heads of the educational institutions participated in the rally.
Students from different educational institutions participated with zeal, chanting “Vande Mataram” and other patriotic slogans throughout the rally route. The symbolic passing of the torch (Mashal) among participants reflected a strong sense of unity, collective responsibility and reverence for the nation.


