Remembering the martyrs, serving and veteran soldiers for their supreme valour and determination in protecting the honour of Indian Soil on the Armed Forces Flag Day, Deputy Commissioner Ghanshyam Thori on Monday said that this momentous day allows us to reiterate our solidarity with the armed forces and to recognize the services of ex-servicemen.Paying floral tributes to the martyrs and soldiers in a function to commemorate the Armed Forces Flag Day at Punjab State War Memorial, Deputy Commissioner said that the courage of Indian Soldiers is higher even than the heights where they are or were posted.He said that every soldier has a commitment to sacrifice his life for the sake of the nation and serving the country by donning a uniform is a matter of great pride and satisfaction for every individual. He said that soldiers perform their duties in extremely harsh conditions to safeguard our boundaries and we all enjoy our sleep knowing well that the soldiers are protecting Mother India.
Exhorting the people to contribute voluntarily and generously towards the Flag Day fund, the Deputy Commissioner stated that it is a humble contribution and token of respect towards the services rendered by our brave soldiers who guard our borders around the clock.He said that any veteran or retired soldier and their family members can contact him in case of any problem they face.Ghanshyam Thori also announced a financial aid of Rs one lakh for the welfare of armed personnel.Meanwhile, Major General RK Singh, the Group Commanding Officer (HQ 91) Sub Area also paid homage to the serving and retired officers of the Indian Armed Forces. He added that the Indian Army is duty-bound to safeguard the interests of these soldiers who have given their productive years of life to the nation.Meanwhile, they also honoured veteran soldiers and distributed Rs 5.50 lakh among the needy ex-servicemen and their families. Further, the major contributors to the Flag Day fund were also felicitated in the function.Earlier welcoming the dignitaries, vice-president District Sainik Board Brig SP Singh, District Defense Services Welfare Officer (Col) (Retd) Dalwinder Singh said that it is a solemn occasion to pay respect to the brave soldiers for their heroic deeds.