• Massive participation marks Rashtriya Ekta Diwas; unity pledge, march past, patriotic, cultural events mark celebrations

POONCH: To commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and celebrate Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day), District Administration and District Police Poonch on Saturday organised a grand “Run for Unity”, witnessing enthusiastic participation from people from all walks of life.

The event was flagged off by Deputy Commissioner Ashok Kumar Sharma in presence of Senior Superintendent of Police Vaibhav Meena. The run commenced here from Government Degree College (GDC) Ground and culminated at DPL Helipad.

Similar programmes were also organised across all subdivisions and tehsils of the district to celebrate Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, witnessing enthusiastic participation from officials, police personnel and the general public.

A large number of students from Government Degree College, government and private educational institutions, government officials and members of the general public participated in the ‘Run for Unity,’ demonstrating their commitment to national unity, integrity and solidarity.

The culmination of the event at DPL Helipad was marked by the singing of the National Song and National Anthem, followed by a solemn Unity pledge, with the participants reaffirming their resolve to uphold the unity, integrity and security of the nation.

A colourful cultural programme on patriotic themes was also presented by the college students, adding to the spirit of national pride and patriotism. ADDC S. Amarjeet Singh; ADC Tahir Mustafa Malik; besides other officers from the Police and District Administration, along with a large number of students and citizens were present.

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