Bravery of Kargil War heroes will forever inspire all: Manoj Sinha
Srinagar, July 21
The bravery of Kargil War heroes will forever live on in people’s hearts and inspire all, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Sunday as he dedicated this month’s edition of his radio programme ‘Awaam Ki Awaaz’ to the bravehearts.
Paying homage
Kargil Vijay Diwas is the saga of magnificent heroism, indomitable courage and the spirit of supreme sacrifice of our brave soldiers. I pay homage to the martyrs and express my gratitude towards valiant soldiers for keeping the nation safe on the road to progress. Manoj Sinha, L-G, Jammu and Kashmir
“Kargil Vijay Diwas is the saga of magnificent heroism, indomitable courage and the spirit of supreme sacrifice of our brave soldiers. I pay homage to the martyrs and express my gratitude towards valiant soldiers for keeping the nation safe on the road to progress,” the Lt Governor said, according to a government spokesperson.
Recalling sacrifice of Jammu’s Maj Ajay Singh Jasrotia, Subedar Bahadur Singh and Havildar Madan Lal; Kathua’s Sep Rajinder Singh; Sopore’s Lance Naik Ghulam Mohammed Khan; Kupwara’s Ravinder Singh and Mohammad Khan, and countless other brave hearts of Kargil War, Sinha said, “Let us bow our heads in gratitude for those valiant jawans and officers of J&K who fought bravely in the inhospitable terrain and conquered the enemy. Their bravery will forever live on in our hearts and inspire us.”
The Kargil war was declared over on July 26, 1999, after India successfully pushed back the Pakistani forces that had stealthily occupied important heights in Ladakh.
Sharing the inspirational stories of changemakers, the L-G commended Ganderbal’s Bilal Bhatt for his selfless service and awareness campaign on vital issues at the grassroots level in empowering citizens. He said Bhatt is seen as a beacon of hope and agent of change by the community members.
He also appreciated the Keegam Youth Trust, an initiative by 180 youngsters from Shopian, for silently transforming Swachh Abhiyan into a Jan Abhiyan. “With a strong grit and determination, these youngsters have managed to garner unprecedented support from the community,” the Lieutenant Governor added.
Sinha also made a special mention of Sandeep Singh Chib of Ramban who is on a mission to “nurture promising boxers and inspiring the youth to chase their dreams and become champion along the way.”
He extended his best wishes to Shariq Yasir of Kulgam, one of the youngest shining stars in J&K’s sporting arena, for a stellar sporting career.
During this month’s programme, the Lt Governor also shared the inspiring journey of Srinagar’s first female e-rickshaw driver Kounsar Jan, Anita Devi from Rajouri, Pulwama’s Rubina Bano and Kupwara’s Shahida Khaliq.
The L-G, according to spokesperson also highlighted the contribution of Rubina Bano of Pulwama in reshaping the entrepreneurial landscape in the district. He said the foray of Rubina Bano in the dairy sector is generating buzz among entrepreneurs.
Young librarian Shahida Khaliq is leaving a lasting impression on the youth of twin towns of Kupwara and Handwara. Her dedication would empower every citizen, especially the youth to enjoy the real fruits of education, the Lt Governor said.
The efforts of Retired Havildar Raj Kumar from Reasi towards environmental conservation, and the endeavour of Kashmir’s Sabzar Ahmed and Syed Nadeem in providing necessary training to women from rural areas for entrepreneurship and empowering them as equal stakeholders in the UT’s economy received a special mention from the L-G, spokesperson noted.
