JAMMU: The Shaheed Bhagat Amarnath and Jagannath Charitable Trust observed the 56th Martyrdom Day of Shaheed Bhagat Amarnath Ji with great reverence and enthusiasm at the Shaheed Bhagat Amarnath Samarak Park, opposite Ranbireshwar Mandir, Near Secretariat, Jammu.
The commemorative function was organized under the leadership of Shri Surinder Bhagat, Chairman of the Trust, to pay homage to the great martyr whose sacrifice and commitment to social justice continue to inspire generations.
Former Deputy Chief Minister Dr. Nirmal Singh graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, while Shri Shakti Pathak, IPS, Director, Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), Jammu & Kashmir, attended as the Guest of Honour.
The event was attended by several distinguished personalities, including Shri Mohan Lal Bhagat, MLA Akhnoor; Shri Surinder Kumar, MLA Marh; Shri Chander Mohan Gupta, Former Mayor, Jammu; Shri Ashwani Sharma, Former MLA; and Dr. Romesh Kumar, Head of Department, DIET Jammu, Along With All J&K megh sabha President Narinder bhagat, All J&K Kabir Sabha president Shamsher bhagat, Sant Kabir sabha kern Baba Mohan Bhagat ji, Kabir Sabha FC Bhagat ji, besides prominent citizens, social activists, students, and members of the Trust.
Addressing the gathering, Shri Shakti Pathak, IPS, spoke extensively about the growing challenge of drug abuse among youth and its adverse impact on society. He emphasized the need for collective efforts to eradicate the menace and create widespread awareness regarding its harmful consequences. On the occasion, he administered a pledge under the Nasha Mukti Abhiyan, calling upon all present to contribute towards building a drug-free society.
During the programme, meritorious students from various schools who had excelled in their academic pursuits were felicitated for their outstanding achievements. Certificates of appreciation and mementoes were presented to the students by the dignitaries, including Dr. Nirmal Singh, Shri Shakti Pathak, Shri Mohan Lal Bhagat, Shri Surinder Kumar, Shri Chander Mohan Gupta, Shri Ashwani Sharma, and Dr. Romesh Kumar.
In his address, Dr. Nirmal Singh paid glowing tributes to Shaheed Bhagat Amarnath Ji and described him as a symbol of courage, sacrifice, and social justice. He urged the younger generation to draw inspiration from his life and actively participate in community service and nation-building.
Members of the Trust, including Adv. Rajan Bhagat, Shri Rashpal Digra, Shri Yashpal Singh, Shri Gurmeet Dutta, Shri Mohan Pawar, Shri Bansi Lal Choudhary, Er. Vinod Kumar, RL Bhagat ji and other members, played an active role in the successful conduct of the programme.
At the conclusion of the event, Shri Surinder Bhagat, Chairman of the Trust, expressed gratitude to all the guests, students, and citizens for their presence and support. He reaffirmed the Trust's commitment to preserving and promoting the ideals, vision, and legacy of Shaheed Bhagat Amarnath Ji for the benefit of future generations.

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