An impressive ‘Amrit Kalash Yatra’ from all 12 blocks and two municipalities of District Reasi was taken out, which was led by District Development Council Chairman, Saraf Singh Nag and District Development Commissioner Reasi, Babila Rakwal from Shaheed Smarak to DC office Complex Reasi.
Underlying the significance of the objective behind the initiative, the DDC Chairman Saraf Singh Nag said that the nation owes a duty and an onus to remember the supreme sacrifices of its Martyrs. He remarked that the 'Meri Mati Mera Desh' initiative has struck a chord with the right thinking people of the country.
He further asserted that a wave of nationalist fervour and duty consciousness has gripped the country as the soil collected from across the country will be kept into Amrit Kalash and taken to Delhi with an aim to remember Martyrs and freedom fighters of the country.He said such yatras provide a platform to the people to connect with their roots and appreciate the rich tapestry of Indian culture.
Meanwhile, a heartfelt documentary that shines a spotlight on the incredible strength and resilience of the families of our nation’s martyrs and cultural programme was also organized during the event with an aim to familiarize youth about the Cultural diversity and ethos of the country.Chairman Municipal Council Sudesh Puri, ADDC Jyoti Slathia, ADC Abdul Star, ACD, ACP, CEO and a large number of school students present on the occasion.