73rd Independence Day was today celebrated at Pulwama with enthusiasm and traditional fervor where Deputy Commissioner Dr. Syed Abid Rashid Shah unfurled the national flag, inspected the parade and took salute at the march past presented by the contingents of Police, CRPF, IRP, Home Guards and JK Armed Police.The DC while speaking on the occasion recalled the great personalities for their contribution for the country’s freedom. Calling District Pulwama as an abode of saffron and rice, DC lauded the role of horticulture and dairy sectors in socio economic empowerment of the people. He also appreciated the role of youngsters in bringing laurels to the district in the field of medicine, science and sports.He appealed the youth of district to strive for academic excellence, entrepreneurship art and literature. Hailing the state Governments “Back to Village “programme, DC reinforced the Government’s commitment in the pursuit of good governance and excellence in public administration. He reiterated his commitment in providing a transparent, accountable and vibrant administration to the people of district.Similar functions were held at Awantipora and Tral where concerned Additional Deputy Commissioners unfurled the national flag, inspected the parade and took salute at the march past.People from different sections of the society, including senior government functionaries, members of police, security forces took part in the Independence Day functions.